n 2017, LumberjAxes introduced
the increasingly popular activity of
competitive axe throwing to the
Pittsburgh area with its Millvale
venue. The location remains the
bustling gold standard, with 20
throwing lanes in a 7,500-square-
foot warehouse space. Since then,
LumberjAxes has opened a location in Mt.
Lebanon plus two in the Phoenix/Tempe
area, and--most recently, this fall—locations
in Cranberry and Monroeville.
“When we brought axe throwing to the
area, we hoped our fellow Pittsburghers would
enjoy it as much as we did,” says owner Corey
Deasy, who specializes in bringing innovative
entertainment to Pittsburgh, having also co-founded
the area’s first escape room business. “They liked it so
much, we’ve been able to expand. We’re excited for even
more folks to get hooked on this wonderful sport.”
Deasy’s interest in axe throwing was first piqued when
he participated in an axe throwing tournament a few years
ago. He had a blast—despite losing to his eight-months-
pregnant wife.
While axe throwing may seem like an edgy way to have
a good time, LumberjAxes, a member of the National
Axe Throwing Federation, adheres to rigorous safety
regulations and creates a fun, welcoming atmosphere for
adults of all experience levels.
“Everyone, from old hands to newbies, is invited to
come try it out,” says Deasy. LumberjAxes provides all
the axes you can throw, and experts are on hand before
each session to give instruction on proper technique. If
you’re holding a special event elsewhere, LumberjAxes
will even bring the party to you: mobile throwing lanes
are available to rent.
With the addition of Monroeville and Cranberry,
LumberjAxes will have locations in the north, south, east
and center of the Pittsburgh region. Deasy notes that the
company would like to be considered to host a national
axe throwing tournament, and with these four venues, it’ll
have the capacity to do so.
“The main thing that sets LumberjAxes apart from
other entertainment options in Pittsburgh is, well, the
axes,” explains Deasy.
“I wanted to create
something that would get
people on their feet, trying
something new, and maybe even
surprising themselves.”
Beyond providing the novelty and fun of throwing
axes, LumberjAxes distinguishes itself through a
commitment to the visitor experience. “We’re proud to
have introduced axe throwing to Pittsburgh, but we’re
not going to stop there,” says Deasy. “We’re always
thinking of ways to enhance the experience and bring it
to more people. We know folks here are game.”
For more information, or to book an event, visit
axethrowingpgh.com. n
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