Good clean fun. That's how I'll describe this experience.
This is a grown up activity and is not what I'd call a place for kids. There are rules that have to be followed for the safety of all. This is a place for grown folks that just want to get together and chill without a couch. There is no booze or a kitchen but they did have snacks and drinks for sale...and they allow food order/delivery.
When we arrived were greeted immediately and all expectations were conveyed upon entry. We signed a waiver and received instructions and tips on how to throw and play the games. We were given opportunity to ask questions and were able to call for referee assistance to address the issues of great competition. It was all fun and laughter as the professionals threw their axes in the lane next to us.
Did you know there is an ax throwing league? We'll, there is but they didn't need a handicap like in bowling so I didn't qualify.
Anyway, we came out for my sons 30th birthday and I promise, I let him win in honor of his special day. There were four of us in our group and I scored a consistent zero so the others wouldn't feel intimidated. We played several games that included the ax of different sizes and ninja stars...or whatever they are called. The stars, of course, was my favorite because I was able to get them to stick to the board more often.
If you've never thrown an ax before, you should this. It's competitive for sure and a good workout for the arms, back and core...and it's a lot of fun, even when you consistently score low numbers.
I had a blast and we'll be coming back sure. Thumbs up to Real Axe Throwing of Springfield, the city of Springfield and the entrepreneurs that keep bringing us fun things to do in Central Illinois.
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