About Us
WHERE AXE
THROWING
LIVES.
The world's biggest urban axe throwing club. We brought a traditional Canadian backyard pastime to cities across North America — and we're just getting started.
Our Story
Started in a backyard.
Now in 19 cities.
Bad Axe Throwing was founded by CEO Mario Zelaya in the fall of 2014. Based in southern Ontario, the first doors opened in Burlington, Ontario.
In just a few years, we've expanded across Canada and the United States. Hundreds of thousands of people have shared our passion for throwing axes — from walk-ins and private parties to leagues and team building events.
We pride ourselves on outstanding customer service and expert coaching. Every guest leaves feeling like they've done something they'll actually remember.
A Walk Down Memory Lane
Moments that made us.
Our First Venture
The Start of the Ontario Expansion
The Ontario Expansion — Now in Mississauga
Our staff taps into inner Vikings with some Bad Axe Throwing
Expanding to Downtown Toronto
Toronto, Ontario — Spring of 2015
Axe Throwing Hits the Capital — Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario — Summer of 2015
Branching Out to Edmonton
Edmonton, Alberta — Winter of 2016
Expanding to Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Spring of 2016
Opening Our Doors in Vaughan
Vaughan, Ontario — Spring of 2016
Bad Axe Throwing Now in Surrey
Surrey, British Columbia — Summer of 2016
Our First US Location
Chicago, USA — Fall of 2016
Celebrity Visits
Some familiar
faces have thrown
with us.
The Chainsmokers
Finger Eleven
Jonas Valančiūnas
Santino Marella
Charles Barkley
Chase Elliott
Giving Back
Part of the
community.
Bad Axe Throwing is proud to be part of the communities where we operate. We've participated in numerous fundraising events, supported local charities, and provided donations to organizations like United Way, Ottawa Food Bank, Ottawa Snowsuit Fund, and Toy Mountain.
In September 2019, Bad Axe Mississauga hosted “A Cut Above” — the first axe throwing tournament in support of SickKids.
Want Bad Axe involved in your fundraiser? Contact us with the details.
Our Locations
Find a Bad Axe near you.
COME SEE WHAT
THE HYPE IS ABOUT.
Hundreds of thousands have thrown with us. You're next.