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[Citified.ca]

 

Axe & Grind axe-throwing club pitched for Burnside-Gorge neighbourhood

https://victoria.cit...-neighbourhood/

[Nparker]

A little something for the Luxton Fair crowd if they ever venture into the city.

[Mike K.]

These facilities are actually pretty cool. I had the chance to scope one out in St. John's but unfortunately there were no slots available. The place was packed and they must have had about 10 axe-throwing areas.

 

Now take note that Axe & Grind is being pitched by the TC's crime reporter Katie DeRosa!

[Bob Fugger]

Not really sure where else to post this, but a coworker of mine discovered a sign for an "urban axe throwing club" on Broughton Street, across from Nautical Nellies. Which, it goes without saying, seemed a bit odd. And then this morning on the front of 910 Government Street, on the stairs down to the regal confines of the Burger King, underneath the Horror Escape Room sign was a sign for "Axe & Grind" (axeandgrind.org). Their website reveals the following:

"We are Victoria’s best (and only) urban axe throwing range! We’re bringing this quintessentially Canadian backyard sport indoors so you can experience something new with friends. Before each session, our experienced staff will teach you how to throw axe in a safe and fun environment, paving the way for a bit of competition amongst friends. Once you hear the satisfying thud of an axe into wood, you’ll be hooked. An unforgettable way to spend a birthday (birthday boy/girl play free!), corporate party, bachelor or bachelorette or any special occasion.

It’s like darts, but with an axe."

It goes on to state that they are officially licensed by WATL, the World Axe Throwing League.

Opens tomorrow. Not sure how smart it is to open such a club in the same building as the ICBC Driver Licensing Office.

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Edited by Bob Fugger, 30 May 2018 - 07:34 AM.

[Jackerbie]

Looks like they found a new location that didn't require a parking variance. I seem to remember an earlier business proposal out in Rock Bay

[Nparker]

Would have been a cool name for a coffee shop.

[Mike K.]

Interesting. They had originally planned top open up in Burnside-Gorge.

[LJ]

Axe throwing is a quintessentially Canadian sport? 

 

I must have had a sheltered childhood as did everyone else I know. I used an axe, but it was to chop wood, not throw.

[Victoria Watcher]

New Downtown Businesses:

• Forged Axe Throwing - 586 Johnson Street: Whether you are a first timer looking to try axe throwing, an experienced timber sports veteran who wants to practice their skills, or looking to compete in World Axe Throwing League, Forged is your spot! Forged Axe Throwing prides itself on being open to all, no matter who you are or what your experience level. Their hosted sessions will guide you through practice, games, and trick shots!

 

https://www.forgedaxe.ca/

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 01 September 2023 - 07:49 AM.

[Mike K.]

You’d think these axe throwing places would be in the sticks, not in downtown Victoria. 🤷‍♀️

[Nparker]

Agreed. Downtown Victoria is more about knives and crossbows.

[Mike K.]

And pellet guns.

[Matt R.]

Axe and grind has knives too, and the sports side has a liquor primary license now.

[aastra]

 

You’d think these axe throwing places would be in the sticks, not in downtown Victoria.

 

No matter the topic, VVers will always offer up some kind of self-serving complaint, criticism, grudge, beef, dispute, contention, etc. There's always a bone to pick.

[aastra]

 

Would have been a cool name for a coffee shop.

 

Axe and you shall grind.

[aastra]

 

VVers will always offer up some kind of self-serving complaint, criticism, grudge, beef, dispute, contention, etc. There's always a bone to pick.

 

I'm assuming y'all got the reference re: having an axe to grind.