Axe Throwing Alexandria

Alexandria's warehouse streets suit axe throwing well. The suburb is full of converted industrial buildings, breweries and cafes, so a group can throw for a couple of hours and then keep the night going without crossing town. Kiss My Axe runs its Alexandria site on McCauley Street, where each group throws in its own private lane with a coach who covers safety and technique first, then runs games so first-timers find their aim quickly. It works for birthdays, hens and bucks parties, and work groups who want something more active than a long lunch.

Here is what to know before you book:

• Getting there: buses serve Alexandria and Green Square station is in the area, and Kiss My Axe says public transport is the easiest way in. There are paid car parks nearby, and parking is generally easier than in the CBD.
• The experience: groups of eight or more play a hosted 1 hour 45 minute tournament with live scoring and a final showdown, while groups of two to seven book a one hour private lane.
• Group size: bookings run from 2 to 75 people, and a four hour hosted event for 20 to 45 people adds the upstairs function room, karaoke, pizza and drinks.
• Booking lead time: weekend evenings are the busiest time for group bookings, so lock in a date a few weeks ahead, particularly if you want the function room.
• Food and drinks: the venue is licensed, with pizza feasts, grazing boards, sandwiches and bar packages to add when booking. Drinks are served only after throwing, and it is not BYO apart from a birthday cake and nibbles.

Pricing starts from $59 per person. The Ultimate Party Package bundles shared pizza, a drink each, a winner's trophy and an hour of Glow Darts, which keeps the planning simple for whoever is organising. Throwers must be 11 or older, with under-18s accompanied by an adult, and everyone needs enclosed shoes.