faq

You should always throw an axe at a target specifically prepared for this purpose. There are two basic axe throwing techniques: two-handed and one-handed. In both cases, you should throw as vertically as possible in relation to the target. 

You can throw axes even in your own backyard, although we do not recommend this if you are not professionals. It's best to visit a professionally prepared and equipped club that meets all safety standards, has insurance, and a coach who will take care of safety, proper technique, and good fun. Additionally, many axe throwing clubs do not have the official status of a member club of international sports organizations, so if you want to learn the rules of this sport and test yourself in this discipline - it is best to find out if the club organizes sports competitions, and most importantly if it belongs to global organizations, like IATF. The only such club in Poland is Axe Nation. 

Generally, we can divide axes into those for standard matches and large league axes - for deciding ties during competitions. For standard axes, their dimensions must fit the specification of the IATF federation, which means a minimum weight of 680 g, a maximum weight of 1134 g, a minimum handle length of 330 mm, and a maximum handle length of 432 mm. For the large axe used to decide ties, the minimum weight is 1247 g, the maximum weight is 1701 g, the minimum handle length is 635 mm, and the maximum handle length is 813 mm. Importantly, in both cases, the handle must be wooden, and the blade single-sided. More information about the specifications of IATF league axes can be found on the federation's website: https:// internationalaxethrowingfederation.com/4-1-axe-specifications/ Of course, these are the parameters of the axes that we use in the venue, i.e., permissible during the league, Polish championships, and IATF international competitions, including the World Championships. 

Yes, you can come with your own equipment, with your own axe, but it cannot be a splitting axe or weigh over 2 kg. The axe must have a wooden handle and preferably meet the federation standards presented in the above point. 

In general, we can divide 'axe throwing rules' into several categories. The first of these is distance and the throwing line; the standard axe throwing distance is 4.32 m from the target to the start of the throwing line. The throwing line is 25.5 cm thick and most importantly, one foot must always be in front of the line during the initial phase of the throw, whereas when we start making the throwing motion, the line can be crossed. The second category is axe throwing techniques, the option of throwing with one hand, and the second option is two-handed throwing. The third category is the scoring system and game rules. The standard rules of a league match are five throws in a round. The match consists of three rounds. Points are awarded after throws, central black field - 5 pts, middle red field - 3 pts, outer blue field - 1 pt, and two green fields located at the top of the axe throwing target - 7 pts. However, these fields can only be thrown in the last throw of your round. To win the match, you need to gain an advantage in rounds. Besides the rules of a classic IATF league match, there are many other individual and group games, here the sky is the limit. 

YES, absolutely! The axe throwing league is the strongest asset of the entire activity. Leagues are played and divided into seasons. One season of the Axe Nation league under IATF rules is 8/9 weeks where each player must play 28 league matches determining his position in the league ranking and world ranking. After 28 matches, the Play Off of the season is played, determining the podium, i.e., the top 3 players of the given season.

ALSO YES! The Polish Axe Throwing Championships have been organized for several years by Axe Nation under IATF rules, in the oldest axe throwing club in Poland. They usually take place between league seasons, most often at the beginning of the summer vacation break (mid-June). The Polish Axe Throwing Championships have a similar format to the league season with minor modifications, after closing the list of competitors, the eliminations follow. Depending on the number of registered competitors, a top 8 or more is formed for the Play-off phase. The Polish Axe Throwing Championships determine ONE competitor who receives prizes and the title of Axe Throwing Champion of Poland. Most importantly, anyone can sign up for the Polish Championships; you do not have to be a league player to measure your strength in the fight for the title of Champion of Poland.

Definitely yes, that's an event! The World Axe Throwing Championships are held every year in June, and the specific dates vary depending on the number of competitors in the eliminations. The World Championships of axe throwing on behalf of the IATF federation are held in Toronto, Canada. It's not that simple and ordinary event, you have to go through a very long and complicated way to qualify for the elimination round. The first step worth taking is joining the IATF league, in one of the federation-affiliated venues and winning the league season.

You don't need to bring anything except a good mood and attitude. You don't need to have experience or your own equipment; we will take care of everything. The most important thing is that you are open to an amazing adventure with axe throwing.

We do not have specific requirements, but it is important that the attire is comfortable and does not restrict movement. Everyone has different preferences, so sweatpants, jeans, a shirt, and even a short miniskirt will work; the important thing is that you are comfortable. However, please do not wear shoes with open toes.

No, you don't need to. We kindly ask that you be on time because on days when we are fully booked, if you arrive too early, we may not have a comfortable place for you to wait for your turn. Punctuality is important to us.

We do not have a designated spectator area in the venue, but if you would like to bring a few people who will accompany you, there is no problem. However, it is worth contacting the chosen venue and informing us about the accompanying persons who are not participating in the activity so that we can prepare the right amount of space for you, especially if the visit takes place on weekends when we often are fully booked.

Yes, axe throwing is safe. We always present safety rules and conduct training on throwing techniques, as well as on how to behave on the lane. Additionally, our venue meets all the global safety standards set by the IATF. There is a greater likelihood of getting cut while chopping onions than throwing axes.

Yes, you can drink alcohol, mainly beer during your visit to us, of course in reasonable quantities. Everyone has a different tolerance for alcohol, so everything should be within reason and at your own risk.

The minimum age for independent participation in axe throwing is 18 years. However, minors can participate in the activity under the supervision of parents or a guardian. For our youngest guests, we have special equipment to make their visit more enjoyable.

Yes, pregnant women can safely throw axes, provided that the doctor has not forbidden any physical activities. Axe throwing is not a very demanding or injury-prone sport, so if there are no medical contraindications, we are happy to welcome future mothers.

Each venue has its individual insurance, which is the basis for the guarantee of the original Axe Nation venues, so when you use our services, you are in the best hands.

Axe Nation venues offer a wide selection of non-alcoholic beverages (Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite, water, juices, etc.) and beers - mainly from the Żywiec, Bojanowo groups, as well as our own crafts. In each club, we strive to meet the demands of beer enthusiasts and provide about 20-30 kinds of snacks (chips, pretzels, nuts, gummies, etc.), and we can also organize catering in cooperation with friendly restaurants.

Sure, you can, except things that we have in our menu (soft drinks and beers). At Axe Nation, we organize various types of celebratory events, so we know that often a party cannot take place without a cake, favorite pizza, or champagne, so we have no problem with this. We only ask for early information if there is such a request so we can prepare for it and facilitate it as much as we can.

Of course, yes. Given that we do not serve food in our venues, and we know that axe throwing can be exhausting, we allow guests to bring in their own prepared food or order catering from a selected, favorite restaurant. If you are organizing a corporate outing or even a private one but want us to take care of everything - please contact us - we are able to organize everything you want.