I had thought about going axe throwing before, but finally decided to give it a go at AxeVentures. I went on a date here with my wife. We both had lots of fun! I particularly appreciated the instructions from the staff who not only gave us safety info but also coached us on how to throw better. We already booked another time to come back! read more

Family and I came in to spend some time together. It was a great experience! Sasha and Chris were very thorough on providing tips. I also loved how helpful they were with our youngest throwers. If you have any reservations on bringing in children, have no worries! Our youngest was so very careful and enjoyed it. I love how there were games at the tables while waiting turns. It was also nice to see how they were adding points and making it a friendly competition. Will definitely be back for the smash room next door. read more

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Honestly such a fun activity to do with friends, family, or your work team! It was my first time and I had a blast. The staff made us feel welcome and helped us get situated with safety rules and they also taught us how to throw it! Safe to say I will be coming back again :) read more

I've never been axe throwing before, and it turned out to be a surprisingly cathartic experience. We planned a hangout here online, and it was a super seamless experience from booking online to actually throwing axes. We all got sorted into different lanes, then the instructor showed us how to throw axes at the wall. We felt really comfortable and safe throwing axes. Then, they left us to our own devices, which was pretty cool! On the table they have different types of axe throwing games, and there are several types of axes you can throw from big to small. I had the most success with the small one. It was definitely super fun to compete in teams and trash talk each other. This is definitely a great place to run a team building event or anything of the sort. It checks all of the boxes - safe, clean, and fun! At the end they even slid us a discount code for the next time we came back. Definitely will be using it! read more

Pretty good activity - fun with the team - a little light on snack and food options You get a lane like bowling and take turns hurling axes of different sizes at the target on the wall - various scoring schemes Also nice fun board game type things while you wait your turn Helpful staff and cool vibes read more

Great activity to do if you want to try something new! Also if you enjoy listening to heavy metal while causally chucking axes at a wall. Definitely got an arm work out from trying so many times to get bullseye. There are different types of axes you can choose from. Try something different and have fun. Throw with caution! Please stay at home & do not attempt if you are accident prone. read more

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My partner and I went and it was the first time for both of us. Sometimes I get in my head and worry about making mistakes and looking stupid, but my anxiety was alleviated here. They're really good at noticing how you can improve your technique and not in a condescending way at all. It feels like they really want you to succeed, and their advice is super helpful. If you're like me and get scared of trying new things, I encourage you to try. I'm glad I took the chance! read more

AxeVentures Axe Throwing - Axe Throwing Near Me - San Jose, California

Great small little place. Each person has their own lane in which there are 5 different axes each with their own weight. The instructor gives you the run-down and then you are on your own. Took a while to get a hang of it and other times it just bounced off. About 35-40$ per person depending on the duration. You have to sign a waiver at the start and drinks were only 2 dollars but strictly no alcohol. Not a bad experience, just wish the instructor were there for questions longer as they weren't even in the front desk when we wanted to ask for some help or bathroom. Still had a fun time read more

Had an amazing time with my friends! The instructor was great and helped people adjust as we started throwing - even got a few bullseyes despite never handling an axe before! Definitely would recommend - just be ready to get a little sweaty if it's warm outside! read more

I made a reservation & happened to come in early & the staff were super friendly with accommodations! It's very spacious & the activity itself is super fun. Staff will show you how it's done at the beginning then you're on your own! Highly recommend for fun dates/family outing ideas! read more

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Affordable, safe, and fun axe throwing. Price is good, safety measures upheld and enforced, glad this axe throwing spot does not allow alcohol. Great for families. read more

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My first time ever for Axe Throwing! I feel am an "Axe-pert" now (wink wink)! A bit pricey but great experience and great arm work-out. Would recommend to try it out for those who haven't tried before. read more

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What an awesome evening!! Highly recommend it for a date night or as a team activity. I have done Axe throwing a few times in the past and it continues to be deceptively hard but still loads of fun. I wish they had food and drinks but that's debatable. I enjoyed the music they were playing and overall it made for a great chill enjoyable 75 minutes. Do it! read more

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We had such a great time! Got a Groupon and booked for a Thursday night. Came a little early to sign the waiver and checked in. We kept masks on the whole time, and they kept the door to the building open. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Meg and Tom were our coaches, and Meg has the warmest personality and really set the tone for us to enjoy our time there. Took me a little while to get the hang of it, but my husband was amazing (he got around 20 bullseyes). You get over an hour to try out the different techniques the coaches teach you, and get out some of your aggression with the axes. We already have plans to come back and bring friends & family! read more

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Came here on a Friday night to hang out with the girls, parking is a little tough but we had a good night here and I woke def come back! It's well organized and the explanation to throw is pretty straight forward. Our guy helped us with understanding how to throw and we got done in like an hour! Very cute place for a friends hang out read more

Surprisingly fun, staff is super knowledgeable and helpful! Thought axe throwing seemed kind of cheesy but it's honestly a blast!

We were in the area looking to kill time before our escape room. We walked in and Jared greeted us. He was so welcoming and broke down the price for us. We booked for our group of 4 and he explained the rules and taught us how to properly throw the axes. During our throw time he answered any questions and showed us how to do certain throws we asked about. Customer service 100/10! We will definitely be back to try the throwing knives! Would recommend to everyone; we had a blast! read more

Was visiting San Jose and went to Smash City Rage Room (which was awesome), and right next door we saw San Jose Axeventures--had to give it a try! So glad we did! The staff were super friendly and gave great tips. At first it was challenging, but with the help of the staff we were getting bullseyes in no time (well some of us, heh). It was such a fun and unique experience, way more satisfying than we expected. Love that it's right next door to the rage rooms, so you could go to both. They even gave us a discount because we had come from the rage rooms! read more

Bought tickets online the night before and was happy to find an open time at 3pm on a Saturday! They ask you to arrive 10 mins before so they can give a quick tutorial. The staff were all super friendly and helpful and gave us some really good tips since it was our first time. They also remind everyone to keep their masks on the entire time and the space is very well-ventilated as well with open doors and a strong fan. It was $35 for 75 mins and we felt like that was a pretty good amount of time for first-timers, but we'd probably choose a shorter duration for next time. Also if you buy tickets together then your group shares a lane, so would recommend buying together only if small group, otherwise you won't have as much individual time. Overall super fun with great staff - would definitely try this again! read more

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Axeventures is such a fun and unique experience--perfect for a night out with your coworkers, a date, or even just to blow off some steam! The staff here is super friendly and does a great job explaining the techniques so even beginners can get the hang of it quickly. The atmosphere is lively but also feels very safe, which is great for first-timers. It's right next door to a rage room, so if axe throwing alone isn't enough to let out all that stress, you can head over and smash some stuff too! Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for something different and exciting to do in San Jose. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Axe throwing is awesome and pretty fun! Before checking out axeventures i had been a few times before; but I realized their axe are a bit old and won't out which makes it hard to stick to the wall, and also the target boards are a bit run down which makes it hard to stick since a lot of tiny sticks fall off the wall when you hit your target. The handles of the axe I used were flimsy, a bit shaky as if broken but taped together type of feel. Customer service is incredible; these guys are super friendly and always want to help or answer your questions, which was amazing! I just wish their axes weren't flimsy. Otherwise a great place to check out. read more

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It's a fun place with helpful staff. There are knives as well for some additional cost. Do try them out.

On a whim, I took my son here for his 10th birthday. I wasn't sure what to expect but it was super fun. Age 10 is easily old enough (at least in terms of strength and dexterity) -- and his 80 year old grandparents were also able to do it. The man working here, Luca, was fantastic -- very nice guy, and great at both teaching us how to do it. He was also really great working with my son. Highly recommend this! Will be telling my friends too. read more

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Came here for some much needed stress relief and nice date night. The employee was super helpful when instructing us through the waiver and throwing guideline/rules. With it being middle of a work day on a Tuesday, it was empty but we each got a lane to ourselves. The staff made themselves very accessible and regularly came to check on us and help us with our form. You definitely get your moneys worth. Will definitely be going back soon! read more

The instructor was nice and helpful. He was also very encouraging. I really enjoyed the music he played while we threw axes.

Clean facilities. This is a great place to bring your friends to try something new. We came here for my husbands birthday and had a lot of fun. read more

AxeVentures Axe Throwing - Axe Throwing Near Me - San Jose, California

Hey you! Yea you! Are you looking for something fun to do on a Saturday afternoon in San Jose? Well, look no further. Axeventures was a blast and the staff teaches you how to throw if you've never held an axe before haha. Just imagine how you'll impress all of your friends with your axe throwing abilities! Just as an FYI, it's not necessarily an outdoor venue but the doors are open and it's just the fans going so it can get a bit hot at times. Make sure to bring some fluids but if not, they have some available for purchase. read more

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Booked a lane for father's day with the fams and we enjoyed it! The employees were super nice and helpful and answered all our questions since it was our first time. The only downside is they don't serve food or alcohol, however they do have bottled water upon request! I would totally recommend as a family activity! read more

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This place was so much fun and the hour and 15 minutes can go by quickly. The parking lot is pretty small so I suggest coming early to make sure you meet the arrive before 10 minutes. I like that there was a variety of axes. They have games you can play so if you're competitive I definitely would recommend it's a good vibe competition even for beginners. read more

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If you're looking for a great stress relief and/or an activity to do with friends or family, then check out Axeventures! We booked a 9 PM reservation for Saturday night for 5. We checked in around 8:45 PM where they had us sign waivers electronically. There were multiple groups there. Right at 9 PM, they had us all congregate in the center while they do a demo. After, they assigned us to our designated lanes. The axes were located in the center table - free for all. We tested a few and when we turned back, groups were hogging a bunch of the small axes. The workers were kind enough to get us the small axes so we can use, so we appreciated that. The time was for 1 hr & 15 mins - it flew by so fast. We had so much fun & made really great memories. Thankfully, no freak accidents occurred and we felt safe! read more

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Great place! Was in a group of seven people including three young teens and we all had a blast! Axe throwing, contrary to what I expected, does not leave you with a sore arm or anything. We will absolutely be back. In fact, I'm gonna plan a staff meeting there in the Fall. read more

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A really great and fun experience! There's a slight learning curve but the staff are so willing to help and give you tips to truly nail it! Overall it's a fun experience and actually quite a work out. They have snacks and water + soda. Would recommend! Also they are card only and have their own parking lot read more

Super fun outing! Easy to learn and very safe. Getting a workout along the way too... bullseyes! read more

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Axe throwing can be an intimidating proposition for some. Sharp objects generally tend to cause most people anxiety. I first developed a curiosity a couple years ago when I saw axe throwing while driving through San Marcos while touring the breweries in the San Diego area. But I didn't have the nerve to attempt it back then. During the pandemic, I had developed a comfort level with folding knives and very sharp culinary kitchen knives. It prepared me somewhat for the experience of axe throwing. I recently attended a Yelp Elite event at Axe Ventures on Park Ave near Rose Garden and Downtown San Jose. I returned a week later with four of my co-workers including two engineers from Korea for company team building. I was the only one who had thrown axes, which was for the first time a week prior. It is a large warehouse-type of space with quite a few fenced lanes and targets. They had the roll-up garage door in the back open, so it was a bit chilly. I would imagine during the summer it helps keep the space cool. Hopefully they have air conditioning for the sweltering summer months. The first thing I noticed was the emphasis on safety. The staff there had us sign waiver forms the moment I entered the door. The motion of throwing an axe at a wooden target reminded me a lot of bowling. You first select the axe, which vary significantly in weight and length. The heaviest ones can be challenging to hold steady with one arm, so two-handed throws are an option, although I found it to be somewhat awkward. The next step is positioning your feet along the lines painted on the concrete floor denoting height. There is an orange line for 5'3" and below, a blue line for 5'4" - 6'4" and then another orange line for 7'0". I stood somewhere behind the blue line. The key was coordinating my feet with my arm. I focused on the step. They told us to place our dominant side's leg forward, and then take a step forward while throwing the axe from a raised position over the head. You then bring it down while releasing it. From there, it seemed like it was a matter of practicing the location and making sure the head of the axe remains straight. I saw a lot of people unintentionally turn the head of their axe horizontally, which would make it near impossible to stick the axe in the wood. So there was a balance of strength and precision needed with each throw. Positioning in relation to the floor lines also seemed to help with the fine-tuning of the axe rotation. I tried to observe how the axe contacted the target. If it looked like it was under rotating, I took a step back. When it landed, if the axe head was facing too far down, I took a step forward. While my co-workers were initially hesitant to participate in axe-throwing (one of them was actually too scared to attend), within half an hour they were landing some really nice throws with the occasional bullseye. The two engineers from Korea were also landing a lot of their throws and had a lot of fun. They said that they hadn't seen any axe throwing in Korea at all. Toward the end, I was sticking the axe on almost every throw. They even gave us a ice pick axe to try out, which was small and dense. You have to be pretty precise to stick the ice pick axe in the target. At 40 dollars for an hour and 15 minutes per person, it's not inexpensive. So for me, it would probably be an occasional hobby rather than a regular thing. That said, I'm glad that there is a local spot to experience and recommend it for reasonably physically-coordinated folks. read more

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It was our first time throwing axe and we had a blast. I liked how organized the whole thing. We got briefed on safety and tips on where to put our foot and how to throw the axe. 75 minutes passed by very quickly. We started out missing all our targets and was able to hit bullseye towards the end as we got better. So patience pays off! We also didn't have to throw hard so this game is perfect for people who may or may not be very athletic and couples going on dates. I'll come back again :) The best part was that there's also parking! The restroom was pretty clean, too. It wasn't very crowded in the venue as there were many lanes and reservations are required. They don't put many people per lane so we could go again quickly. read more

It was sooo fun!! It was our first time Axe Throwing and we really enjoyed it. We had a mini lesson at the beginning from the awesome staff and learned great tips to get us started. I definitely plan on throwing more axes in the future! read more

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Easy to park, make a reservation and have a good time! Sasha was a one man show on a Sat night we went and was very helpful, in a polite non-pushy way, with the tips he gave on how to throw the axes. We went in March and didn't think the interior was hot or cold, but I can see this venue getting very hot in summer. read more

We came here for a birthday celebration - a girl hang. It was easy to reserve for our group of 6. Parking can a bit tricky- small lot. The warehouse it is located is big. They do a quick demo and come around giving tips and pointers. We all got decently good. It was fun and a good arm work out. A fun thing to do as a group or on a date. read more

A new activity for a Saturday night. Instructor/Receptionist was great with instructions and very helpful.

It has become cliche, but we went here for a date and we had a lot of fun. Our instructor did an awesome awesome (if you've had him you'll get that) job teaching us the basics: raise, step, slam! I was a little worried at first when my throws bounced back almost as fast as I had thrown them, but eventually I got the hang of the throw, and which size axe was best for me (just like bowling). My wife went through the same adjustment process, but by the end we were both throwing occasional bullseyes, and I even hit the 10 point dot a few times. Again, a little cliche, but it felt a little like a movie throwing axes while having Pantera blaring in the background...pretty fun stuff. Great way to try something new, and fun low pressure date given everyone will have to go through the learning process. read more