The Rules of Axe Throwing (WATL) - EXPLAINED!

Ninh explains - The Rules of Axe Throwing, a North American pastime that has now become a sport played worldwide. Contestants have to throw hand axes into a target for points.
Specific to World Axe Throwing League (WATL) Rules, watch this short beginner’s tutorial video guide on how axe throwing is contested, axe throwing rules, and how to throw an axe.
Learn about kill shots, boards, rotations and more!
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Music: ‘Catchy Indie Rock’ by AudioJungle
Narrated, Directed and Produced by Ninh Ly
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[@NinhLyUK]

I thought I'd make a a video about this seeing as though axe throwing places are sprouting up everywhere. And as a veteran of throwing axes, knives, shurikens and cards - I'm surprised that people are only finding out about this now?! As always - let me know what else you want explaining to you.

[@tfn212]

Shuriken? I think you can be supposed to be a ninja

[@NinhLyUK]

I used to do Ninjitsu. So yes.

[@UltraMaXAtAXX]

Oh yeah. It's popping up all over. The town next to me has two axe throwing bars being built - across the street from each other.

[@LeeCaithness]

Ninh have you ever heard of and/or thought of doing a video on the Orkney ba’ game? Thought it might interest you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fV6caGahirtgqac

[@kgpiper44]

I'm looking at joining a league now - and I questioned their scoring method after watching several competitions on KZbin. The local AT Club says they follow WATL rules. They are not, as far as I can tell. They do not give credit for the bullseye unless you can see "red" on both sides of the blade. To be clear, "if an axe breaches a line, they are awarded points for the higher value of the ring" is the standing rule, correct? And this rule, is it in writing somewhere so I can show it? Thanks for any help here!

[@yaboijoshua9360]

Throwing your axe when someone is in the lane should probably also result in you getting charged with attempted murder imo

[@NinhLyUK]

Probably yeah.

[@prismaticc_abyss]

Or manslaughter depending wether or not you had a killing intent or were just acting recklessly

[@TheMrPeteChannel]

Any rules on showing up intoxicated? Cuz here in the good ole U S of A most of these ax throwing places serve alcohol.

[@steve-km3oo]

nobody axed you...

[@eunaekim9216]

@@steve-km3oo I see what you did there!

[@atlutd_kyle]

A new sport. Excellent

[@NinhLyUK]

Totally!

[@MoreAwsomeMetal]

I've been invited to play this game during a stag party of a friend of mine a couple of years ago. I was actually surprised that this sport even existed in the first place, an actually how increasingly popular it was getting : there were quite a lot of people showing at this axe throwing club on a saturday evening. Everybody was just trying this game for spending a fun time during a saturday evening instead of a regular Pool contest at the local bar, but still I was quite surprised to see so many people that were actually so interested in this!

[@NinhLyUK]

I know right? It's becoming a cool alternative to regular bar games.

[@StevenKluber]

Just a note, the axe blade length was changed to 4" (I swear, I'm not mad about it. Really, it's totally fine). Just had to change axes after getting comfortable with one.

[@NinhLyUK]

Didn't know that. Thanks.

[@Ronakvevo]

Defiantly a sport to watch when bored and looking for livestreams on youtube

[@NinhLyUK]

It's surprisingly watchable!

[@frankym69]

Oh my God, I finally found a sport to take my rage out in a healthy way. Sign me up for this. It's strategic. Good sportsmanship is strongly encouraged which boosts morale. Good Hand-eye coordination and strength is required. And the disciplinary action taken for penalties is quite reasonable (although I'm pretty sure chucking a blunt force object at someone intentionally could be considered attempted murder Lol). My kind of sport. Good work explaining it in a nutshell. It's worth looking into.

[@Robdc89]

If anyone wants to try this sport in the UK, I highly recommend going to BOXPARK Wembley at Bad Axe Thowing. I had a good time playing this with my friends.

[@thomasandshelleysearl8445]

This is awesome. Seriously, watching this channel and learning about all of these weird sports has become a hobby of mine.

[@Quasi_Terrible]

That thumbnail bro!

[@NinhLyUK]

I thought it fit. No pun intended.

[@jayant9578]

Yeah I totally clicked because I wanted to learn about the game...nothing to do with thumbnail. As always great video mate. I always learn something new from your channel.

[@NinhLyUK]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@CityGunzals]

Nice Video! Every Video I Learn about New Sport I didn't know Existed or I Learn More about the Sport! Keep Up the Good Work!

[@NinhLyUK]

Thank you brother, will do!

[@adriancamacho4766]

I do this sport except the targets are those who oppose Ninh Ly.

[@NinhLyUK]

Not a bad idea!

[@danmorrison8194]

Nice! ESPN showed the 2019 world championships during the early parts of the covid quarantine. You know, when we were all super hungry for ANY sports. I watched a couple hours in a sitting.

[@NinhLyUK]

Yeah, me too!

[@jordieweeds]

Could you do one on Goalball? It’s a Paralympic sport specifically for the blind.

[@alexfrommwa]

This looks fun. I want to play! *ninh* “well ya can’t!”

[@NinhLyUK]

You can with this one ..!

[@GamePro0012]

Timber Joey should host axe throwing competitions before Portland Timbers games, especially when they're in the playoffs.

[@NinhLyUK]

Now THAT'S a good idea!

[@ratedpending]

a staple of ESPN3 and ESPN Ocho

[@NinhLyUK]

Absolutely!

[@joshuabullion5084]

Hi Ninh! I have a video suggestion. Could you do one with Ninh explaining the top 10 sports venues/arenas/etc.

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it.

[@mahoganygamer8473]

This is the first sport ove ever seen that makes me really want to play it.

[@umadutta6874]

Very well explained , Ninh. Thank you❤

[@plasticwalnut7650]

What a striking sport! Thanks for your handle with this.

[@NinhLyUK]

Thanks bro. Love the puns!

[@plasticwalnut7650]

@@NinhLyUK No problem. I've got plenty them. All you will need to do is ax for my inpunt

[@alonzojones6995]

I always love your videos keep doing the good work

[@NinhLyUK]

Thanks Alonso!

[@alonzojones6995]

@@NinhLyUK can you do a video on the rules of Dodgeball?

[@jaimemunoz5920]

Awesome vid thanks sharing it with my axe league.

[@NinhLyUK]

Awesome, thanks!

[@matthewdooley9046]

Where can I watch this? I really want to watch this. Seems like a lot of fun and easy to gather the right objects to play.

[@NinhLyUK]

ESPN and the internet mainly.

[@eunaekim9216]

I should share this video with my brother. He loves old-school sports and, since he lives near a major city, he could easily find a place to play this sport!

[@azarolizxa8579]

Nice background music.

[@NinhLyUK]

Thanks bro.

[@DrMicahLuv]

As always a solid video! Do you think you can make a video about pai gow? My best to you and yours oh, and keep up the good work sir!

[@NinhLyUK]

Thank you. I'll consider it.

[@quintinjamesparker799]

Thank you for these videos please make more you are missing some

[@cruse85]

Can't wait to try this sport

[@NinhLyUK]

You should!

[@tfn212]

I ever heard about knife throwing at a few years when I was in high school, but I never seen this before. Are their rules similar?

[@NinhLyUK]

Same concept.

[@666Brago]

There are a few axe throwing courts here in Reno. One downtown and another at the GSR.

[@NinhLyUK]

Yeah, they're starting to appear in quite a few places now.

[@xophe1984]

Please do a video on Winchester College Football. There are some videos on YT but I can't figure out what is going on. I need your explaining skills. Cheers.

[@trisgilmour]

I have wanted to try this

[@NinhLyUK]

Try it! It's fun.

[@nickg90125]

You should do rules of MotoGP and Indycar

[@noahlignell6510]

Would love to see you give this sport a try Ninh. Perhaps for your other Chanel. Cheers mate.

[@NinhLyUK]

I can throw axes, knives and shurikens so yeah - that would be cool.

[@daniramirez8524]

i’d like to see you do a video about the sport of airsoft 👍

[@NinhLyUK]

Is that a sport nowadays?!

[@daniramirez8524]

Ninh Ly technically... i often hear it referred to as a sport

[@NinhLyUK]

@@daniramirez8524 Ah, cool.

[@alex.ann_der]

It's like a super badass way of playing dards. When this quarantine is over, surely I'll make a wooden target and buy some old rusty axes, they don't need to be Sharp enough.

[@NinhLyUK]

It's a fun way to kill time for sure!

[@pantherplat3763]

Explain the rules of 3 man and 5 man paintball speedball. NXL Rules and go over the penalties especially, I have issues wrapping my head around them and you’re good at explaining stuff

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it.

[@sbespn3820]

Are you allowed to have your starting foot behind the 12 foot line but take a step over it with your back foot and releasing the axe before your back foot touches the ground?

[@jannatunnayem8516]

So Cool

[@MemeMan99]

Anyone know why he isn’t uploading?

[@RoseCityRebel]

You should do ringette!

[@Lordkazekage1987]

You should do one on competive arm wrestling

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it!

[@yoavhofstein3658]

Can you do one for kazh korzai? (A martial art simeler to judo) and a video about ski and skating?

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it!

[@navygravy9708]

I have a suggestion for one of your videos. Can you talk about Frontón? Hooe you're doing well!

[@adamh3507]

Can you make a video about the differences of the American League system and European league system. Ex: How in Europe there is promotion/relegation and how in America there isn’t. And how in America there is a draft and in Europe there isn’t

[@NinhLyUK]

Not a bad idea?!

[@BrittneyC317]

could you do a video on canoe polo?

[@vishaldesai5262]

Please Make a informative video about Kudo- 🇯🇵Japanese MMA sport. I'm very interested and curious about kudo MMA game.

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it.

[@vishaldesai5262]

@@NinhLyUK I'm recently involved in this Kudo - MMA game.Very skillful and useful combat game. Few years ago very popular in whole world🌏.

[@psychocircus8988]

Hey ninh can you do a video on Indy car

[@dragostoma9033]

Hey it might be late to post this comment, but can you do a video on Kyokushin rules?

[@glitchless8947]

Nihh can you explain a few esports like, rocket league, overwatch, league of legends, etc?

[@NinhLyUK]

Gaming's not my thing bro.

[@glitchless8947]

@@NinhLyUK ok bro all good

[@Fyrverk]

This video is a true axe of kindness

[@NinhLyUK]

Nice!

[@DoctorHver]

I want suggest rule change: The compators throws the axes at each other.

[@NinhLyUK]

Ah, that'd be the Tomahawk throw in the Eskimo Olympics.

[@jameelarosetafoya2058]

What are the ages preferred to start a knife-throwing I taught my kids from 9 up

[@gmbirb5319]

Ninh Ly would you make a video on American Football Worldwide!

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it!

[@SpitefulAZ]

Long time no sea!

[@breakeroutlaw9959]

If I remember correctly I think I did watch this show probably other KZbin videos showing the championship or not.

[@NinhLyUK]

It was shown on ESPN - that's probably where you saw it.

[@andysipowicz]

please explain the rules of billiards..2 reds and 1 white game and also bar billiards too. cheers!

[@arjunkakkar952]

0:23 steel*

[@NinhLyUK]

I didn't make the graphics

[@MoreAwsomeMetal]

Are there any variations of this game on an open field where you throw the axe on a longer distance (like 20m from the target?)

[@NinhLyUK]

I think so?

[@jeremymcpherson8608]

As a sport or game it is very similar to darts or archery. Basically the best players can repeat the same skill over and over with as little deviation in the throwing process as possible. It is fun at first but becomes rather dull after you get the basics down.

[@haSHAH1]

badass sport

[@theoneandonly796]

Please do the rules of kickboxing

[@aagg6124]

What is the frequency for the targets to be replaced? Looks like something anyone can organise with a large backyard or basement.

[@NinhLyUK]

I think when it looks beat up and when axes start to fall out - that's the time to replace the boards. That said, players can ask for new boards if they feel that playing with it will be detrimental.

[@kozmex]

Do rules or cross country mountain biking

[@chesterdonnelly1212]

Ninh Ly have you heard of the sport "cestoball"? Also do you have any thoughts on why the England and Great Britain women's basketball teams gets absolutely no media coverage despite being quite good, with good results in Commonwealth Games and EuroBasket respectively?

[@NinhLyUK]

I have. As for UK Basketball, I had a video on why Basketball sucks in the UK, which has between blocked in the UK for defamation (allegedly). You can view it if you're in any other part of the world.

[@chesterdonnelly1212]

@@NinhLyUK thanks for the reply. I think there is a conspiracy against basketball in the UK. Cestoball, I have only just discovered. It looks like a good sport. Popular in Argentina but also growing in India.

[@padraigoshea4634]

Rule number 1 Yeet axe

[@NinhLyUK]

Exactly.

[@justingibb5957]

You should do surfing

[@psutex6070]

How would you paly a game with only one target and two players? What are the rules and sequence of play?

[@bigb27me]

whats the regulation size of the axe targets & why are there so many options advertised as "throwing axes" from bass pro shops & numerous sporting goods retailers that are like 9"-10" long when that's not something that would ever be used at a local axe throwing establishment, exhibition match or in any amateur or professional competition whatsoever? Is there any point whatsoever to buying & using them recreationally or would practicing w something so far removed from the existing standards most likely just hurt your ability to throw accurately when it counts & hinder your skill building> Thanks

[@davidlagunas1119]

the rules of bkfc bare knuckle fighting championship

[@ClumpyWoods]

Just wondering can you do a video on the rules of Formula E, or maybe Rallycross?

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it.

[@mo3755]

What are the likelihood of the axe hitting the board then then going in reverse? ⚒😱😨

[@DINO1974ful]

please do KNIFE THROWING.

[@susanwalls3580]

So, the concept is pretty much just archery but with hand axes?

[@NinhLyUK]

Basically, yes.

[@susanwalls3580]

@@NinhLyUK Thought so. Would still totally play it though if given the chance.

[@tfn212]

Knife throwing too, obviously

[@nadiah.floots]

(either I am the first mentioning Dead By Daylight here, or I haven't gone through the comments enough) Some part of me wants the Entity to let the Huntress out of the Fog so she can compete in one of these leagues. She's a strong left-handed hatchet thrower.

[@burnoutteamclubbtcp7283]

the extra rule of Axe throwing is that you have to be extremely careful. The Sport deals with the use of a sharp bladed object. if you're not careful, you could end up accidentally killing someone.

[@Gazmus]

Where is Ninh from? He sounds like he's not from the Black Country so I'm out of my element...some things sound Bolton...Scouse and sometimes Yorkshire or Sheffield?

[@corgicreations3157]

cool

[@NinhLyUK]

Thanks!

[@LuisMagic760]

Ninh Ly how about the RULES of Arnis

[@NinhLyUK]

I'll consider it.

[@mykelengieza7057]

lol.....actually sounds fun

[@duonghoangminh7634]

Called: Tomahawk!

[@NinhLyUK]

Or 'Axe Throwing' ... which it is.

[@radivojedraskovic2148]

I played this with my frend but we had A set number of weapons and one trow with each

[@NinhLyUK]

Sounds like fun!

[@iamalpharius3364]

This isn't a sport it is Contest of Skill

[@davidfox9947]

Lots of sports are more skill then athleticism

[@NinhLyUK]

What @David Fox said.

[@ZahoorAliMehdi]

Sir Why are you not uploading Videos nowadays regularly ⁉️

[@clownman4211]

Sorry to be a bother but I was wondering if you could do a "Rules of Ringen Explained"? It would ve very appreciated

[@NinhLyUK]

I have no idea what that is?

[@clownman4211]

Ringen tournaments will typically consist of two phases, one of those being elimination rounds. Wherein fighters will wrestle in a double elimination bracket. Elimination brackets will be fought until a fighter scores 2 throws or until the 3 minute timer runs out. And the second phase are the final rounds, wherein fighters will wrestle until one has scored 3 throws. An adjusted time limit or point cap will be set according to schedule day of the competition Another important thing about ringen tournaments is the weight distribution, there will typically be 5 weight classes in which fighter can compete with a maximum of 8 fighters per weight class. A fighter may wrestle in any weight class as long as he/she the maximum allowed for that weight class. The weight classes usually consists of lightweight (under 140lbs), welterweight (under 160lbs), middleweight (under 180lbs), light heavyweight (under 200lbs) And heavyweight (over 200lbs) The Open weight class is available to all fighters, although fighters already not competing in a lighter category will be given preference during registration. Fighters will also be required to register their weight before they can compete and cannot exceed the maximum allowed weight for their selected weight class. If a fighter is overweight for his weight class then he will ve placed in a higher weight class. And then there is the required equipment which usually consists of a durable jacket which cannot be open for any reason and the zipper will be taped dow. Pants, athletic attire is allowed like sweatpants, gym or board shorts, fencing knickers, and leggings. Footwear, no shoes or socks will be worn during the competition. Optional gear, groin piece, mouthguard, soft protection for joints, and head/ear protectn

[@CityGunzals]

Ninh. It's been a while. Are you OK? Where's that India vs Pakistan Video you talked about in the 100k Q&A? I Really want to know.

[@joe972]

He’s posting on his other channel the bucket list so idk maybe he’s focusing more on that

[@ajp5556]

Great video you should consider a sport called three sided soccer (football for non Americans)

[@nickclark208]

Should be an Olympic sport

[@liamgrapes4812]

This is the kind of game where you need to get hammered to play well.

[@NinhLyUK]

Sounds like a good time to me!

[@cmacdhon]

Where I live, the first rule of axe throwing is: always drink alcohol before attempting to throw an axe.

[@yerma5004]

Where’ve you gone Ninh? I’ve been bored for 3 months

[@arianrezaie4729]

Letwei explained🙏

[@AlbrechtAaron]

When's the next video?

[@DK-ue5ks]

I'm from Minnesota a timber state in the US and axe throwing is a thing.

[@bangbangrogers2750]

Me and the boys at the lumberjack shop

[@NinhLyUK]

I can imagine this is how lumberjacks roll!

[@bigq1235]

I was told to come here by ubl

[@NinhLyUK]

Welcome to my main channel!

[@raoulhery]

Disqualification : axing the judge in two

[@robert.1674]

Instructions unclear I am now stuck in the wood board

[@NinhLyUK]

Damn ... that sucks.