If you're tired of bowling and arcade games, why not try axe/hatchet throwing? It's a fun,…read morestress-relieving group activity that allows you to bond with other people. Stumpy's Hatchet House is the first indoor axe throwing venue in the US. We visited the Fairfield location on Route 46 West. It's located inside a large office complex that has plenty of parking. The entrance is in a little corner. It may look small at first, but looks are deceiving - it's a lot more spacious inside. Upon entering, we were greeted by a friendly staff member in the lobby/check-in area. The ambiance and decor is ON POINT! It's a very rustic atmosphere with a lumberjack theme - you'll feel like you're in a cozy cabin. Take some time to look at their wall decor and merchandise. Reservations (deposit required) are highly recommended, especially for larger groups on the weekends. They do accept walk-ins, but only if there's available room. We came on a Sunday at 5pm without any reservations and it was surprisingly empty. You can book for 1-3 hours. Smaller groups (4 and under) are booked for 1 hour, while larger groups (5 and over) are booked for 2 or 3 hours. Pricing is based on how many hours you book for and is charged per person. They also have a 20% discount for military and first responders. We paid $60 for an hour ($30 each for 2 of us) and signed our waivers. Stumpy's has 10 hatchet pits, each with two targets and plenty of room for the participants. There are tables, chairs, and comfy sofas. It's BYOB (beer + wine only) and you can even bring your own food. They have a "bar" with light snacks and soft drinks available for purchase. An axe throwing instructor gave us a tutorial on safety, how to throw the axe, and how to use the interactive game system. Unfortunately I forgot his name, but he was incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and made sure we were enjoying ourselves. He checked in on us and gave us some tips/suggestions to correct our form. You can simply hurl your axes at the target or you can choose from a variety of interactive hatchet throwing games on a touch screen system. In addition to axe throwing, they also have darts and giant games (like Jenga). It took awhile for me to get the hang of it.... but I finally activated the lumberjack in me and got around to hitting a couple of bullseyes!!! This was a fun experience overall. The atmosphere was lively, music was good, and the interactive games kept us entertained for an hour. I recommend trying axe throwing as a way to bond with people over some friendly competition or to release stress in a productive manner! Not to mention... it's also a great work out ;) Put that upper body and core to work... and hurl that axe like you mean it!

Great experience on a Saturday night! Made a reservation and left a deposit months in advance…read more Arrived, signed the waiver and was given a basic lesson. We then got to axe throwing. It took a while for my friend and I to get the hang of it, but our husbands, who had been before, did well. After a good hour I finally became adept There was cornhole, jenga and shuffleboard. It was nice to break up the throwing. The couches were comfy too. They sell some snacks and drinks but the place is byo. They offer ice if needed. We saw some groups get pizza delivered. Would definitely return!

After my kids tried this at various friends birthday parties that were held here, I bought a…read moreGroupon package so I could try it myself with the entire family. On the Sunday afternoon that we went, it was just us so I was surprised there weren't more patrons. There were a few more groups that later came in, but not very crowded at all Our guide that showed us how to throw everything was great. Was a fun experience, and a nice venue as well.

A frustrating experience with not being able to participate for 1/3 of the time. Would not…read morerecommend this venue. We paid for 3 people for a 1-hour session, but were told only 2 could throw at a time (2 targets in one lane) due to "corporate policy." That left each person standing around for about 20 minutes--roughly a third of the time we paid for. What makes this especially hard to justify is that the venue was nearly empty, with multiple unused lanes (including ones right next to us) sitting idle the entire time. This policy wasn't disclosed when booking, and charging per person while limiting participation like this significantly reduces the value of the service; and of course made us unhappy and unable to enjoy the experience as much. Contacting the management produced excuses but no meaningful resolution.

Amazing fun fun fun place ... the only downer was the fact my boyfriend made a reservation over the…read morephone and when he called to confirm they told him there was no reservation because it had to me made online .. so a bit confusing . Also the Tomahawk area doesn't open till 3pm .. But the whole experience with our instructor Natalie was awesome . They also let you BYOB which makes even more turn . You can extend hours and explore other games . Simply a great time .

Took my boyfriend here to let out some frustrations lol and have fun! It was a little difficult to…read morefind cause the sign is small but we found it. Didn't know they also have archery in the same space! Separated by a door. We had an hour to throw axes! Totally awesome. It's $20 per person. We got our own axes to throw and our own lanes. Some staff wore masks. They were having an issue with air conditioning when we went unfortunately so it was sooo hot. But we still had a blast! One staff member seemed like he didn't want to be there but explained how to do it and we eventually got the hang of it. I bought us t-shirts after cause we had fun and would like to return. Next time we will try the archery class! :) And hopefully air conditioning will be working again lol.

Run....don't walk! Not because someone is throwing axe's at you but because you're gonna have so…read moremuch fun! This was part of a corporate team building and everyone absolute love it. After hearing all the skepticism it was really nice to see that everyone from the secretary to our CFO totally enjoyed it and most surprised about how good they were at it. Staff was always with us and if they were not l playing along they were coaching. They were very funny and engaging especially in the escape rooms. The food was too shelf especially the Eggplant Rollatini & Chicken Parmigiana.

This place was awesome! We had such a great time. The instructors Mel and Julian were awesome! They…read moregave us tips and helped us the whole time! Would definitely recommend!

Ax throwing and booze? Sign me up!…read more Bury the Hatchet is located at the Greenpoint Terminal and is a fun spot to get together with friends, work colleagues as a team building event, or to just blow off some steam by throwing sharp objects at a target. It can also be a nice workout if that's what you want. Bar for drinks with a decent craft beer selection, cool music from the 90's/2000's, giant Jenga and Connect Four games with plenty of seating in a spacious facility. Friendly and professional staff who will walk you through the process, give instructions, and make sure you know some tips and how to proceed with your axe throwing. Make a reservation for your hour in advance. It's not a cheap experience but split the cost with a group it offers a fun way to get together and do something out of the norm.

The place is actually super fun to let off some steam and frustrations. I like the atmosphere. As…read moresomeone who goes to the gym a lot this is really good arm and core workout too.

Came here for a corporate event, and the people were very nice even though it was busy to make sure…read moreeveryone was aware of where they needed to be. The appetizers were cool and they have a decent selection of beer and wines. Definitely a great place to come to. The instructors are also very knowledgeable and aware of various concerns just to make sure everyone is safe in the establishment.

First time axe throwing. I will certainly do it again - just not here…read more As a first timer, I was expecting to feel a bit more secure or safe about wielding an axe but I didn't. The instructor/guide told us how to throw but when asked if she could demonstrate, said that she was unable to do so. She walked away several times during our session so when I had questions about the game or about the axe throwing movement, going looking for her was really annoying. Plenty of other games to play before/after if axe throwing isn't your thing but we opted to leave after our experience. They have food and drinks but we didn't have any.

Second time coming for a birthday celebration and a few observations: 1) Def book early and come…read moreearly. You'll essentially have the place to yourself and you can really enjoy the space without hustle bustle, 2) Your cage instructor is really the make-or-break. Both times we were super lucky to have a great instructor and it really made the games fun and the time fun. Drinks are decent and the food is ok, but not anything crazy. You'll be busy chatting and playing more than eating, but it's good for nibbles. Staff is great and the place is super clean and well organized.

Welcome to the only accessible axe throwing spot in Manhattan. While there is another location in…read morethe city, it is only open for private events, making this Chinatown venue the best option for most people. I was surprised by how spacious it is, especially since I had no idea it had been here for a few years. We booked a two-person private session for about $150, which included a coach. One unique feature is that they serve both alcohol and food, and you are allowed to enjoy a drink while throwing real axes. Because it was my first time, having the coach was definitely helpful. He explained the rules, guided us through proper technique, kept score, and introduced several different games to keep things fun. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. I highly recommend it, especially for a team-building event or a night out with friends.