The World Axe Throwing League Champions a New Sport That Excites the Dating Scene

The Short Version: The World Axe Throwing League (WATL) has a targeted mission to unify people around the up-and-coming sport of axe throwing. Since its inception in 2017, WATL has created rules and standards for hundreds of axe-throwing facilities, and it has held tournaments that welcome elite players and beginners alike. Singles and couples can join this axe-throwing community to pick up a new hobby and enjoy out-of-the-box date activities.

My best friend is active on dating apps, and she changes her dating profile every so often to keep it fresh. Recently, she announced that she had taken the ultimate dating profile picture at a trendy new bar in town.

It’s actually two photos placed side by side. The first picture shows her holding an axe above her head and aiming at a target about six feet away. The second picture shows the axe in the dead center of the target, and my friend throwing her hands in the air with an ear-to-ear grin.

“I want guys to know right away they’re dealing with a winner,” she told me.

The World Axe Throwing League is a global association centered around a new sport.

Within the last few years, urban axe throwing has taken the dating scene by storm and given people like my friend the chance to compete, socialize, and enjoy a win. The World Axe Throwing League (WATL) has rallied behind this new sport and established league rules and tournaments to help it grow.

In 2018, WATL held the first ever global tournament for axe throwers, and it continues to encourage friendly competition at events around the world.

WATL seeks to support axe-throwing facilities and inspire people everywhere to join in the fun. Throughout the year, WATL organizes competitive events that celebrate the top athletes while welcoming newcomers to the sport.

“The sport of urban axe throwing is trending and expanding internationally,” according to the WATL website. “We felt that we needed to create a forum for all axe throwers to open the floor for discussion on standardizing official rules and regulations to reach a level of harmony and legitimize indoor axe throwing as a sport.”

The WATL organization sprang from a desire to provide a structure for the new sport of axe throwing. Its platform has united axe-throwing facilities and enthusiasts around the world. Experienced axe throwers have collaborated to develop official league rules and safety protocols to govern the expansion of a recreational activity into a full-blown sport.

“The World Axe Throwing League is not here to promote a single brand or image,” according to the website. “WATL is here to promote the sport of indoor axe throwing as a whole.”

Today, WATL has a network that includes over 350 companies and 15,000 competitors in 28 countries. WATL has hosted tournaments across the U.S., and it has promoted competitions in Canada, Brazil, Australia, Finland, and other countries as well.

By becoming a WATL member, axe throwers can participate in league events and meet like-minded competitors who come from different backgrounds.

WATL aims to provide an organizational structure for the sport of axe throwing.

WATL tournaments foster a lively community spirit — and you don’t have to be a pro to get involved. Spectators show up in droves to watch the sport’s top champions compete. The league members aren’t snooty, and they tend to treat competitions as one big party.

In honor of International Axe Throwing Day on June 13th, WATL members set a world record for having the most axe throwers consecutively throwing axes at the same target. Over 400 axe throwers took part in setting this record.

The 2020 World Axe Throwing Competition (WATC) featured the largest total pool prize in the sport’s history: $50,000. It was an exciting opportunity for the best of the best to sharpen their skills and show the world what they can do.

“To all the competitors at this weekend’s WATC, congratulations to you all for getting that far,” said Angela C. in a Facebook post. “You guys worked hard and had great matches, making it fun and exciting to watch back at home. Good job to you all!”

People of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels can enjoy the sport of axe throwing. The game has a simple objective, and it can be a satisfying activity for singles and couples with a lot of pent-up energy.

You can loosen up and score points with a significant other by going on a date at an axe-throwing facility or competition. The sport provides a unique conversation starter, and it keeps people engaged for many carefree hours.

By supporting axe-throwing facilities and competitions, WATL fosters a fun and exciting environment for people looking for something to occupy their minds and their hands.

“My partner and I joined our first league this past year,” Jason G. posted in a WATL discussion forum. “I made a bet with him that if we won, we would get matching tattoos celebrating the accomplishment. Well, we did it. So I’m asking for ideas on these tattoos.”

WATL can supply beginners with everything they need to excel at axe throwing.

Additionally, WATL equips axe-throwing enthusiasts with everything they need to practice their technique on their own. The online store has an extensive collection of throwing axes to suit all types of athletes.

The World Axe Throwing League Starter Kit is perfect for beginners in the sport. The kit includes a WATL competition thrower, a big axe, a target stencil, a whetstone, and three WATL markers.

Whether they’re preparing for a bachelor party or a statewide competition, axe throwers can up their game by shopping at the WATL store.

The WATL team explained, “Our throwing axes are built specifically for axe throwers with extremely thin profiles to give you the best chance at sticking your axes to the target to help you improve fast!”

After a year of lockdowns and social distancing, people have a lot of pent up energy and emotions in the dating scene. And the sport of axe throwing can provide a great release. My friend experienced firsthand the thrill of hitting a bull’s eye with an axe, and she nailed a win for her online dating profile at the same time.

The World Axe Throwing League has grown as more people discover the joys of axe throwing and build a community around this new pastime. The league promotes a competition events calendar, a starter kit, and other resources to support axe throwers in the U.S. and abroad.

If you’re interested in exploring the exciting world of axe throwing, WATL can be your guide and give you everything you need to excel. All you have to do is find a local axe throwing facility or attend regional, national, and world tournaments where you can strike up new friendships and relationships.

“Our vision is to prove that indoor axe throwing isn’t just a unique experience; it can be a competitive sport,” the WATL team said.