Perfect spot for a small birthday gathering! We had a group of 6 come here after Brunch on a…read moreSaturday. Location was easy to find, and plenty of parking on scene. I want to say they had about 6 lanes for axe throwing? Could be totally wrong. A staff member spends the hour with you, but kind of in the background, they're not annoying and just lingering. They show you safe and proper techniques for throws, and then just step to the side. After some regular throws we were taught some trick shots, and then played some games. I wasn't thinking much of axe throwing when it was mentioned as a birthday game plan, but it was actually a ton of fun. For all my competitive athletes, this is the place to go. I would definitely return again

I decided to stop by the Lazy Axe for some random Saturday fun and I am glad I did…read more As a walk in, I paid $27 for a full hour of axe time which came with a friendly and helpful "Axepert" who showed me the best ways to throw the axes, critiqued my form, and had me hitting bullseyes in no time! The staff in general were very friendly and enthusiastic about showing me ways to enjoy this relatively young sport originating from Canada. I learned that they host league nights, and that they even have someone who is nationally ranked that attends. His special throw is the, "canadian flick" (I think) which is where one leans in, and well... flicks the axe at the target. I learned there are many ways to throw an axe over the course of the hour so I was never bored and I felt like I had plenty of time to enjoy myself. There was the standard double handed over the head toss, the single handed toss (my favorite), the flick, the underhanded trick shot, the double axe over head toss at two targets, same thing with the underhanded, and this really hard one where you sort of scissor a overhand and underhand at the same time at two different targets. I was... sort of successful at some of those but definitely would need to be a regular to get good enough to be consistent. They also taught me two or three games you can play with people in your group. So between the lessons, trick shots, and games, I had plenty of things to do for the hour I was there alone. Which if you think about it, is impressive. If I had been with a group, just talking and enjoying everyones company, that hour would have flown by. If you are looking for a fun and creative way to enjoy an hour with a date, or group of friends, or just solo, check this place out. Axe throwing is fun! They have a good online reservation system for groups which I recommend if you are planning to go with a large (4+) group because from what I hear, they can get busy. Especially in the evening time on a Saturday. Just remember to follow the rules, listen to your Axepert, be aware of your surroundings, and please, just don't be an asshole. These are nice people running a nice business with a fun name. No need to hit anything or anyone other than the actual targets with your axe which is really easy to do... when you are paying attention and nice. If you end up going you shouldn't forget to ask about their rewards card. 5-6 visits gets you a free hour. Honestly, I have spent $20-$30 dollars on some things where I had way less fun than what I got out of this experience. It was absolutely worth it and maybe even considering joining a league and socializing with a nice group of axe throwing folk one day. Visit, enjoy!

Had such a fun time. The staff are incredibly helpful at getting our group setup and started with…read morethe digital board. They have a nice selection of canned cocktails and beer as well as nonalcoholic options and some snack food. It's a little warm inside so recommend having some removable layers when throwing. On top of the axe, knife throwing and blow darts they also have some fun tabletop games to play around so you can vary the activities.

A great date spot! This place is really cool inside, a nice bar, I love the lighting and ambiance…read more They have a really cool system on the boards so you don't just have to play on a target. This made it much more fun! The employees were super helpful in helping select an axe and help you find out the best way to throw. Check it out!

Staff and owner were very friendly! So much fun throwing! Highly recommend this place!read more

Came here as part of the winterfest activity package and really enjoyed our experience. The staff…read morereally make this place, it really feels like a family and everyone seems to like what they do and want to be there. We had been axe throwing before and I had't done all that well. One difference here is that they helped you try to throw both one or two handed. At the previous space they only allowed 2 handed. Both me and my husband liked the 1 handed better. The guy who led our session really worked hard to help me be successful, even calling another guy over to help give tips. The lady who checked us in was also really friendly and helpful. On our way out she was talking to us about their knife throwing options, and she even let us give it a try. Really great family run business, and a fun thing to do! If you are in the area give this place a try!

My friends and I had a blast throwing axes, knives and stars. It's nice to see fun activities like…read morethis in the down town Albany area. They serve food here, but it's not a huge menu. What they have is very good. Farshot serves alcohol and non alcoholic beverages. Big shout out to Thalia and John. Two very nice employees at Farshot. They did a great job teaching our group axe throwing safety and tips. After we were done, they took some time to chat with us before other customers came in. I can't wait to come again.

Fantastic Experience with Kerri at Far Shot Axe Throwing - 5 Stars!…read more We had the absolute best time at Far Shot Axe Throwing in Albany, and a huge part of that was thanks to Kerri! From the moment we walked in, she made us feel welcome, hyped, and ready to throw like pros (even though most of us were beginners). Kerri was not only super knowledgeable but also incredibly patient and encouraging. She gave us clear, fun instructions and individual pointers that made a huge difference in our throws. Her energy was infectious--she kept us laughing, cheering each other on, and fully engaged the entire time. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and that enthusiasm made our friend's birthday celebration even more special. The whole setup at Far Shot was great, but Kerri really elevated the experience. If you're looking for a unique, high-energy outing in Albany, this is the place, and Kerri is the person you want running your session! We'll definitely be back--next time! Highly recommend to anyone looking for an unforgettable night out. Thanks again, Kerri!

The Ax thrower instructor I was excellent. Fun time. Order the pretzel bites. Easy parking. Great…read morelocation.

I mean, I expected booze-infused ice cream would be good, but it wound up being a thousand times…read morebetter than I even thought. I got the chocolate peppermint patty flavor from their current winter menu, and it was simply fantastic: smooth, flavorful ice cream on its own, with enough of an alcohol kick to make it bar-worthy. Server Chris was incredibly nice and helpful, and the space is open and inviting. Didn't throw any hatchets, because my hands were entirely occupied shoving ice cream in my mouth, but maybe next time.