In early 2019, our Directors (and English expats) Ian Williams and Jason Macdonald were downing beers in Sydney’s eastern suburbs when they discovered their joint passion for action packed sports. It was here they put their heads together and created Kiss My Axe, the first Sydney venue of its kind – a combined urban indoor axe throwing centre and fully equipped corporate venue under the one roof.
Kiss My Axe was birthed with the desire to create a space that brought people from all demographics and walks of life together for a bloody good time and the boys combined experience in hospitality and logistics meant they were the perfect candidates to bring this offering to the marketplace.
Axe Throwing has long been a popular sport in Canada and the US and Ian and Jason believed it was high time Australia got in on the axe-tion. From league and couples’ nights, to corporate and team building events, birthdays, hens and bucks parties, Kiss My Axe is equipped to host it all. We’re here to give you the thrilling and memorable experiences you’ve craved for so long.
Not only that, we offer a range of other entertainment from Corn hole & Giant Jenga to ‘The Game’, a Triathlon Olympic Tournament and event food catering. No matter what the event, Kiss My Axe will hit the target.
Urban axe throwing is a fun sport where you’ll get the opportunity to throw solid steel axes at wooden targets in an axe-tion packed 2-hour session:
When it comes to hospitality, it doesn’t get much better than Jason Macdonald. His vast experience serving people across Australia, England and the US has taught him the essential skills to provide world class service that goes beyond his customer’s axe-pectations.
Jason lives and breathes hospitality. His ambition, hard-work and killer attitude has landed him roles in some of the biggest hospitality launches worldwide, not to mention the awards he has personally won for his outstanding hospitality service.
Jason is passionate about creating fun spaces, not only for his customers but for his staff too. He desires to create memorable guest experiences through venues that offer outstanding hospitality from the moment you walk through the door, until the moment you leave. He has one mission for anyone that comes to Kiss My Axe and that is that they must leave happier than when they arrived.
Jason’s personality and attitude are infectious, if you can’t see him, you can feel his presence. When he’s not welcoming guests on arrival, you’ll often find him punting and giving pointers to the underdog from the sidelines.
Founder and Resident Leadership Trainer Ian Williams is no axe-ccident to Kiss My Axe.
A leader in his own right, Ian has spent the last 20 years honing his skills across a variety of senior leadership roles, predominantly in the logistics industry to bring you the ‘Don’t Get Axed’ Corporate Leadership Training.
Ian has managed teams in their thousands across Australia and the UK, pioneered major business transformations that have delivered multi-million dollar improvements to the corporations he has helped lead.
These experiences have taught Ian to weaponize a systematic approach to creating great culture and consequential high performing teams. He believes a key component of this rests in the reward and recognition of staff, valuing and motivating them towards the greater cause and he teaches this as part of his corporate leadership training at Kiss My Axe.
Ian is also an avid sportsman himself, wait till you see him behind the blade.
Excellent experience from beginning to end. Fairly last minute booking for a big group. They were so helpful on the phone and on the night. Everyone had a brilliant time, food arrived on time and was just what we asked for, I feel like there are some axe throwing converts now. Hats off to the team, great work. Thank you!
Natalie Flintoff We went to Kiss My Axe for the couple night and had an amazing time. The atmosphere was really fun and the staff were really engaging. It was one of the best dates we have had. I highly recommend for fun activity to do with friends or with your partner. Lots of laughs to be had! Shout out to Will and Claudio who were great instructors.
Jessica Le For a Christmas present we were given a booking for Kiss My Axe on their Couples night and what a great gift it turned out to be! The staff are friendly and polite, Will our instructor/games Master of Ceremony could not have been better at making everyone feel at ease and taking us through the art of throwing an axe. It was a great evening and excellent value for money considering you’re there for 2 hours. Highly recommend to everyone and anyone!
Lawrence Boal Had a sensational time at Viking Boot Camp! Great safety protocol, guidance in throwing technique, fun games and ways to make it competitive and fun. Our Axe master was Jason, he had great energy and made the afternoon more fantastic. A great out of the ordinary activity, the girl I brought along was quite petite but she absolutely smashed it so its suitable for everyone. Thanks everyone, what a fun experience thwomping axes and letting loose. Looking forward to the next time!
Jamie Treselyan An awesome awesome activity to do! Staff are as friendly as can be. My partner was scared to try at first but as soon as the staff explained what to do and how to do it, she ended up coming second place and having the greatest time. Best way to spend your money on such a unique activity that you don't come by very often. Will 100% be returning to Kiss My Axe when visiting Sydney and would recommend to everyone!
johnnie Chong Gum What a super fun way to spent a couple hours with friends! The staff especially Ian are very friendly and thorough in teaching and their demonstrations to throw the axe. Created a party vibe even though it was only 8 of us and will definitely be back! Can see this being addictive (Did lose early in our tournament so will be back for many practice throws)
Warner Leung Super fun afternoon for our work Christmas gathering. Our host, Julia, was fun, upbeat and kept everyone smiling and safe. The host really maintains the structure and enthusiasm to the whole experience. I would definitely come back with a group or maybe for some sneaky practice if I need to let off some steam :)
Elissa Seed This place is awesome!!! I would have never believed that axe throwing is so much fun, you just don't want to stop :D (and it's not about strength, but technique!). The owners Ian and Jason are really lovely and welcoming and their Kiss My Axe team is phenomenal. They offer an exceptional service and make sure to teach you everything so that you will not leave, without being successful. Our coach Dave (professional axe thrower who went to the world championship) was a hilarious entertainer and took the time to teach everyone in our group individually. I highly recommend this place from a small group of friends to big corporate team events or hen parties (there is a brewery and restaurant next door ;))
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