You might be wondering: What is Axe Throwing? Or, how does it work? Back in 2006, eight friends gathered to create an axe throwing league in the backyard of a Toronto apartment. One of the fastest growing sports on the continent, axe throwing is now an international sport with locations in several countries. With axe throwing being a sport of finesse, think of it as similar to bowling or darts, but with a 1.5 pound hatchet and a target 15’ away.