The axe must remain in the target for the throw to count. Obey all facility rules, while respecting all equipment, common areas, playing areas, parking areas, and surrounding neighborhoods. Sign-up today and never miss an update in the exciting world of axe throwing. Never leave the throwing lane with an axe. If they do not provide a second non-broken axe within 1 minute they will have the rest of their match throws counted as 0. The end product is a backboard that is 4′ feet x 6′ and another layer of wood that fully covers the back at 4′ feet x 6′ as well. 5.1 Standard Axe (Hatchet) Specifications. Axes that have a stated manufacture head weight of between 2.25 and 3lbs may not be grossly modified to change the head weight above or below standard specifications. Above and below the targets, you will install headers and footers. Clutch, or 3. To gain points for the Killshot, the axe must break red or blue if inside of the red outline. The Killshot (2 blue circles) are 1.5” inches in diameter and positioned inside the 1 point ring. A drop must be correctly recorded in the app and the match to allow a 3rd Killshot attempt. Venues and events associated with the National Axe Throwing Federation have these requirements that any axe thrown at a competition has to meet: The axe head must weigh between 1.25 and 1.75 Lbs The axe handle must be made of wood. The entire season lasts 8 weeks including playoffs. A sanctioned Big Axe League winner in a season is declared Local Big Axe Champion and earns seasonal league points for the yearly circuit. No throw will be thrown without a verbal or gesture signal of an Open Lane from the presiding judge and confirmed by all throwers. Stay up to date on events in the IATF community. Throwers may participate in as many sanctioned Big Axe leagues as they wish, but only one league will be considered for circuit points, which will be capped at 55 points; 50 points for a victory and 5 points for participation. Once a player hits a Killshot during the match, that Killshot cannot be attempted again until the opposite one is hit. The front of the black line is measured at 170” from the back of the plywood backboard, as if the backboard reached all the way to the ground: It must be painted 10” thick and is 52” in length from left to right; The black line must be centred with the centre of the bullseye: This means that measured from the centre of the black line there should be 26” on the left and 26” on the right to be split evenly from the centre of the bullseye. Due to COVID-19, we have temporarily updated the rules to allow Players to miss up to 4 days of regulation play during the season and be able to make up their matches and throws in subsequent weeks. WATL suggests the following prices for each discipline: Venues will pay WATL a qualifier fee of $5 per thrower, WATL will place a minimum of 50% of qualifier fees in the main tournament prize pool, Local venues must have at least one WATL Certified Judge on-premise to judge throws and collect scores, Any participant found to be scoring themselves will immediately be disqualified from the qualifying competition and be removed from all lottery availability for the remainder of the year. A WATL affiliated venue may host more than one Sanctioned Big Axe League per season. During a Big Axe tournament best 2 of 3 matches, throwers will switch targets every 5th throw. One foot must be on the floor while the axe is thrown. Closed-toed shoes are also required. (Including but not limited to: contemptuous, discriminatory or denigratory words or actions concerning race, colour, language, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. Section moved up to a more prominent place on the rules page to emphasize safety. Once a Killshot has been hit, throwers are not required to switch Killshots as in Standard play. Individuals in wheelchairs must have one wheel behind the 12ft line when throwing in competition play. If they did not represent a venue (via a win of the Wildcard, Open Tournament etc) then they may keep it at their personal residence. The IATF was established in 2016 and is a catalyst for the phenomenal growth of the sport worldwide. Targets must be sprayed with water from a spray bottle prior to the start of league play. Addendum added allowing venues to host multiple sanctioned marathon leagues if their participation exceeds capacity. We'll contacting you soon. If an injury occurs during league play and the player is deemed to be unable to finish the remaining matches by a judge or medical professional then they may make up their matches the following league night with no penalty. Demonstrate good sportsmanship before, during, and after games, win or lose. Targets should be relatively new and of sound quality prior to league commencement. Exceptions are allowed with consent of opposing players affected that day and approval from referee. This is referred to as “calling the Killshot” and activates it for the full 8 points. Throwing boxes are defined by 4X8 floor mats. Here you can find most of the rules and regulations for the World Axe Throwing League as of 2018. A third Killshot attempt will not be awarded for any drops during Duals throwing. Sanctioned Duals Leagues must end within 1 week from the official WATL start dates for each season. A fun and safe environment is our top priority. Example 2: If a player has a drop on their 10th throw, they are not eligible for an additional Killshot attempt or throw. All throwers must complete and sign our liability waiver to throw axes. For an axe that is embedded into another axe (a Robin Hood), both axes will receive the points of the first axe embedded in the target. In 2020 there are 2 very popular leagues: IATF (International Axe Throwing Federation, formerly National Axe Throwing Federation) and WATL (World Axe Throwing League).IATF targets have 4 zones: 3 main and 1 extra – the clutch. If one player hits the grimace they are deemed the winner. Non-throwers do not have the right to argue or challenge any calls made by the league judge or referee. Each participant throws from a box that is 3 feet wide. If throwers fail to select an official league by the deadline, their official league will default to the last one they were added in to. Fierce Competition. BATL – Backyard Axe Throwing League, ... 71 ¼” from the ground, worth 8 points when called on the fifth and tenth throw of the game. To gain points for the inner bullseye, the axe must break red or black if inside of the black outline. Axe Throwing events and competitions are all based on these rules, and they have somewhat strict specifications when it comes to which axes they allow you to use. It should be flush with the front of the vertical lengths. The line should be dotted to illustrate it is not always in use. For example: Touching the black line of the outer bullseye counts as a 4. Addendum added specifying dates for marathon league must be within official WATL league dates. All decisions made by on-site WATL Officials must be respected and obeyed. This includes ensuring the area behind the throwers is clear of any other person up to 5′. Purposeful Distractions are defined as, but not limited to: Excessive celebration, taunting, using abusive, threatening or insulting language, trash talking, stepping in the lane during a throw, excessive noises, offensive gestures to opponents or any purposeful distractions with the intent to distract a player during a league match or tournament round will not be permitted during games. Throwers participating in multiple sanctioned leagues may use the same profile and Player ID to compete in all leagues. If a player wishes to participate in any additional sanctioned marathon leagues, the player must contact WATL at. If neither player hits the grimace, both players take a second throw. The new player must have a WATC official jersey, This must be done no later than 2 weeks before WATC and WATL must be notified immediately of the new thrower by emailing, Standard gameplay rules of open killshots do not apply to Big Axe Throwing, Players must start, with one or both feet, behind the 17ft mark, Players may step over the 17ft mark but may not cross the 15ft mark, otherwise, their throw will be counted as a foot fault and will be scored as a zero. The inner Bullseye is to be colored in red and outlined in a black waterproof pen. ONLY Killshots are active during sudden death throws. Once the Judge confirms that the lane is open both players must throw within 10 seconds of each other. Rules. The inner bullseye (inner red circle) should be 1.5” in diameter, outlined with a black, waterproof pen. A Sanctioned League is the axe throwing league hosted at a participating WATL affiliated venue that follows the rules and regulations of the World Axe Throwing League. The new rules will allow for the top 1% of axe throwers to be continually challenged while not changing … Regulation matches generally include 3 rounds. It’s Axe Throwing, Not Axe Catching DO NOT TRY TO CATCH AN AXE… This will be determined by the presiding match official. The axe throwing referee will notify players when their match will commence. To be determined by the official presiding over the match. The request must be made before the match begins. If a player touches their axe before a second opinion call is made, the original score given by the first judge stands. Respect the game, play fairly, and follow all rules and policies. Any wheel on the wheelchair is acceptable as long as one of them is behind the 12ft line. After both axes are thrown, participants are permitted to cross the throwing and safety lines to retrieve their axes. As a participant in any WATL tournament or event, you must pledge to: Sports are filled with judgment calls and, as a result, disputes between players, opponents, and staff may occur from time to time. Under no circumstances are live targets allowed. 2 Hands holding the axe with the blade facing the … If recruiting more than 30 teams at the WATL Venue, then they must host Multiple Sanctioned Duals Leagues. 2020 Championship Rules In order to continually challenge elite throwers around the world, WATL will be implementing a new rule set called Championship Rules. The World Championship will consist of 128 competitors. The top 64 players in Circuit Points will be evaluated before Winter and Summer League seasons. Sanctioned Duals Leagues must begin within 1 week from the official WATL start dates for each season. There are no exceptions. The Winner: will be the person who wins 2 out of the 3 matches first. Competitors will participate in the WATL Leagues with other players, but will have additional rules and qualifying criteria in place in order to maintain Pro League status. This will only apply if their original axe is declared broken by the presiding official. The late player will automatically receive a loss and a zero for all throws. Crossing the 15ft line before the judge scores both axes will result in a foot fault and the player’s throw will be scored a zero. Previously stated rules regarding alternating Killshot throws will still apply, If a Killshot attempt is made prior to a Judge confirming the Killshot call, the throw will be counted as a fault. Under no circumstances, are Judges allowed to accept advice or consultation from any active thrower in a match. Closed toed shoes must be worn. Now that you’ve learned all about axe throwing rules and games, it’s time for you to see if you can apply the skills. Please see exception for Duals throwing in Section P. If there is no visible eye of the axe in the top of the axe head then it counts as where the handle would meet if going straight through. Venues hosting any WATL sanctioned tournaments & events: MASKS ARE MANDATORY. Standard match format. WATL must be notified at least 2 weeks in advance, before the end of the season, of delays to the end of a season tournament due to acts of God or national holidays. A black, 20mm marker will then be used to draw the remaining circles. The small hole on the left of the stencil will have a screw that will be drilled through it into the center of the middle board. No call at this time (if the person is throwing second). If recruiting more than 30 players at the WATL Venue, then they must host Multiple Sanctioned Big Axe Leagues. Oddball Throws: On the rare occasion that the axe stick to the target with the back of the blade, the shaft of the axe or any other part of the axe, the throw still counts and points awarded accordingly. EVERYONE MUST SIGN A RELEASE FORM. The IATF was established in 2016 and is a catalyst for the phenomenal growth of the sport worldwide. If the first purposeful distraction is a gross violation, intended to either save the player from a loss, intimidate the opposing player, or be an act of aggression against the opposing player or Judge, WATL or the presiding Judge may elect, at their sole discretion, that the player causing the purposeful distraction to be removed from the tournament, league and/or facility. Zero scores will be entered for the full match. Each representative is to be named before the start of the league/tournament. Carved Axe Throwing is Great Falls, Montana first and only axe throwing facility. It’s Axe Throwing, Not Axe Catching DO NOT TRY TO CATCH AN AXE… The front of the blue line is measured at 220” from the back of the plywood backboard, as if the backboard reached all the way to the ground: It must be painted 2” thick and is 52” in length from the left to right: This means that measured from the centre of the black line there should be 26” on the left and 26” on the right if it is split evenly from the centre of the bullseye. People, especially from states, Canada, Europe, and Australia If the axe breaks multiple sections of the target simultaneously, then the player is awarded the points for the higher valued section. WATL Mobile Axe Throwing via Certified Distributor Program, Refer to this video for correct camera placement. If a Duals partner cannot attend WATC, the attending partner may team with someone else who has also qualified for a Duals bid but also had their partner drop out from WATC during the current championship year. A presiding official may call a pause in play for any reason deemed necessary (rules review, confirmation, second opinion, etc…). The winner of the match will be the person with the most points after 10 throws. Axe throwing is one of the world's most exciting new sports. Each WATL affiliated location shall purchase an official target. Our insurance prohibits all guests from bringing your own axe. Any intimidation, trash talk, abusive language, profanity, threats or general disrespect during any league or tournament towards any presiding Certified Judge or WATL Official will not be tolerated and will result in the immediate removal from the league or tournament. In the case of a tie for match wins the seeding will be based on the total points gained during weeks 1-7 between the two tied players. In the event of a tie after 10 throws, there will be sudden death: The match points and win/loss then be recorded and uploaded to the leaderboards. If hosting more than one sanctioned league, each sanctioned league must have a minimum of 6 different players not participating in another WATL sanctioned league. Targets with the inner bullseye and 5 ring design are only required for sanctioned league and tournament play. Guidelines for video submissions (All criteria must be met): All throws must be recorded in at least 1080p quality, uploaded to Youtube, and the link submitted directly to WATL. If recruiting more than 60 players at the WATL Venue, then they must host Multiple Sanctioned Leagues. Located in downtown Fort Payne at 112 Gault Ave. North. Axe throwing sport has gained a lot of popularity over the years and now everyone is learning the best Tomahawk Axe throwing technique & Rules to improve and be competitive by hitting axe target regularly. If your axe sticks, pull it down and against the target first, then out to unstick it. Competitors under the age of 18 may name a representative to speak on their behalf. All of the following information is for Standard hatchet throwing and will be modified and applicable for both Duals and Big Axe. * BIG AXE LEAGUE – Standard MLAT 10 frame league scoring structure. Only the two participating throwers and the axe throwing judge are allowed inside the lane at one time. Teams participating in multiple sanctioned leagues may use the same profile and Team ID to compete in all leagues. If removing the first axe causes the second axe to drop, the lower score threshold will be given. If a player calls for a second opinion, both players must return behind the 15ft line until the second judge calls the score. When we share the same rules, it all comes down to skill. Along with knowing WHAT TO EXPECT, take a moment to read our Axe Throwing Rules: HOUSE RULES. Any feedback regarding rules, players, officials, or staff members should be brought to the attention of a WATL Director during normal business hours in written form. For Regional, Major or Televised Tournaments, Judges will not take advice, second opinions, or consultation from any throwers. All Non-throwing Spectators must be to the side or at least 5ft behind throwers. Eligibility for an upcoming Pro League Cycle: Throwers must abide by all WATL Rules & Regulations, including but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, Any gross misconduct will result in forfeiture of Pro League status, Throwers must compete in 1 WATL League Season and 1 Major or Televised Tournament per cycle, If a player resides more than 3000km/1864mi (primary residence to venue) from all Major or Televised Tournaments for during the cycle they are exempt from the tournament requirement, If a player does not have a WATL venue within a 2 hour total travel distance from their primary residence or their local venue is unable to produce enough players for subsequent seasons, Pro League members or those wishing to enter Pro League are required to have a seasonal leaderboard placing in the Top 100 throwers in at least one season per cycle, Pro League members or those wishing to enter Pro League must throw Killshots in at least 50% of instances during league play, Players may choose which matches and which throws to throw a Killshot, Players must finish each season with at least 28 Killshots attempted during league play, i.e. Axe Throwing is as safe as any other sport as long as everyone respects the rules and safety measures. In the event that both players miss the Killshot during Sudden Death, a measuring tape or accurate measuring device, will be used to measure the distance from the closest valid scoring area of the axe head to the closest edge of the Killshot. Zero scores will be entered for the full match. Please contact your local participating league location to inquire about their age rules. Each player will play 4 matches in a sanctioned league night, for a total of 20 big axe throws, In the event of a tie, standard Sudden Death Rules apply where only Killshots are allowed, The total axe weight must be at least 3.00lbs, but no more than 4.25lbs, The axe head must weigh at least 2.25lbs, but no more than 3lbs, As stated by the manufacturer total weight, not including the wood in the eye of the head, It is the player’s responsibility to provide evidence of the head weight at any time during league or tournament as long as there have been no material modifications to the axe from when the original picture was taken, The handle must be made of wood and handle length must be at least 23” inches & a maximum of 30” inches, The measurement includes up to 1”inch above the eye of the axe head (in case a handle is pushed up), For example, if there’s 1”inch of wood sticking out from the eye of the head at the top of the axe, the length of the axe handle would be measured from the top of the handle, to the bottom and must be at least 23 inches, Double bit axes & Fireman axes are permitted as long as they meet the specifications outlined herein, Only the forward facing blade will count for scoring purposes, If there’s an over rotation, and both blades stick to the target, then it will be marked as a fault. Players must start with one or both feet, behind the 17ft mark. Due to COVID-19, we have temporarily updated the rules. Allowing for one practice throw between each match. Each lane has 3 targets built to Blade Aces standards and set to the correct height. Axe Throwing Safety Rules You Must Be At Least 18 Years Of Age To Throw Axes Waiver And Clothing All players/participants must read and sign the waiver, and have a wristband before being allowed to throw. Players may start their OT throws utilizing either Killshot, but must continue to alternate Killshots on subsequent OT throws. Sanctioned Big Axe Leagues must end within 1 week from the official WATL start dates for each season. This should make the center of the bullseye 60″ from the floor. Clarification regarding requirements for maintaining Pro League status. Targets will have no marking other than the lines, bullseye, and Killshots, “#WATL” or “World Axe throwing League” is required to be listed prominently on either the header or footer boards. Our trained, certified staff will be monitoring all players & guests and will eject anyone who does not adhere to the safety regulations. If Player 1 has an axe that has dropped and Player 2 misses the Killshot, but is on the board, Player 2 will be awarded the match. If your local/state guidelines do not mandate a mask policy, WATL still requires that masks be worn. Levels of Competition – Sanctioned Leagues and Recreational (Rec) Leagues. Learn more about the rules of Axe Throwing. Players are allowed to leave up to 1 hour early, prior to the end of the scheduled official league time. Step 3: Screw one of the upright vertical length spreaders to the top of the vertical lengths. If a venue is limited in space where the can only accommodate one (1) Big Axe thrower at a time, the 10-second rule will apply only after the first thrower has retrieved their axe, is no longer in the lane, and the Judge has cleared the lane and deemed it safe for throwing. ONLY Kill Shots are allowed during all sudden death throws. State your intent to participate in the upcoming Open Qualifier, Upon receiving final video submission, WATL will send a video processing invoice of $25 plus any applicable taxes to be paid in full for scores to be processed. With big axe, similar to the final axe calls, both players must make their intention known to the scorekeeper prior to either competitor throwing an axe, either 1. The front of the black line is measured at 170” from the back of the plywood backboard, as if the backboard reached all … Do not throw an axe if someone is in front of you or near the target. The front of the red line is measured at 110” from the back of the plywood backboard, as if the backboard reached all the way to the ground: The fault line must be a minimum of 6” thick to be clearly visible to throwers and painted across the entire length of a throwing arena. Participants are instructed to grip the axe by the handle and only the handle. With big axe, similar to the final axe calls, both players must make their intention known to the scorekeeper prior to either competitor throwing an axe, either 1. If there is no visible eye of the axe in the top of the axe head then it counts where the handle would meet if going straight through. A WATL affiliated venue may host more than one sanctioned league per season. The winning team of each Sanctioned League is considered to be the Local Champion team for the determining of yearly circuit points. Same rules apply as standard league. First lets look at what is and isn’t allowed for each hatchet throwing league affiliate, then we can go through good candidates that meet competition requirements. Axes must be inside the black line in order to count for that value: 5 points for the 1st ring (defined as the unmarked area between the bullseye and black ring around bullseye area), If the axe falls before the presiding official scores the axe, the axe is counted as a drop. Bullseye, 2. The Killshot must have a red outline using a ballpoint pen which will count as a scoring area, but any blue that bleeds outside of the red outline will not. The thrower is allowed 1 practice throw with the new axe before continuing the match. + Is Axe Throwing dangerous?