Benefits of Membership
WATL® Membership Benefits
Access to League/Tournament Software
- WATL® has the most advanced axe throwing software on the market
- The app helps Affiliates facilitate official WATL® leagues and tournaments
- League players can track their progress each season using in-app statistics
- Global and local rankings let players track their progress and standing on a local and international level
- The app is currently in the process of developing software and new iterations that includes:
- An enhanced, online booking engine including lane management, created specifically for axe throwing venues
- Online waiver management for customers to use via tablet, phone or any internet enabled device
- Integration to the WATL® App so groups can see their scores live on screen in real-time
- More features to be announced in 2020
Participation in WATL® Sanctioned Leagues and Events Including the World Axe Throwing Championships
- Participating in league play helps build a fan base and a community around Affiliate venues for repeat customers
- Players come back season after season to compete against local competitors and across the world on the global leaderboards
- WATL® offers three league play options to maximize the efficiency & revenue potential of each league
- Standard League
- Big Axe League
- Duals (Where 2 participants throw an axe, at the same time, at the same target)
- Players from each venue who attend WATL® sanctioned televised tournaments also have a chance to represent your location on ESPN
Discounted Purchase of WATL® Certified Axes, Target Stencils, Markers and Merchandise
- WATL® manufactures and sells axes, target stencils, and markers via the online store to the public
- WATL® offers all these products at a discount for Affiliates to help save costs on day-to-day operations
- Merchandise and WATL® axes are also available at a discount allowing affiliates to sell at a markup for additional revenue
Coaching Certification and League Judging Certification
- WATL® offers Axe Coaching and Safety Certifications to help standardize axe safety across the world. Coaches who complete the certification will have a wealth of information on how to make an entertaining, knowledgeable, and safe time for customers
- The Judging certification will assist the standardization of leagues. All judges will be added to an international database and be registered online to show your venue is official as well. Giving certified judges the opportunity to assist with and participate in larger global tournaments
Discount on Insurance
- WATL® is the exclusive partner of the largest axe throwing insurer in the world and Affiliates access member-only discounted rates
- As WATL® continues to gain more Affiliates, WATL® will continue to negotiate the lowest rate possible in the industry for members
Operational Support
- Headed by the Commissioner of the World Axe Throwing League®, Mike Morton, WATL® aims to give each Affiliate many resources to assist each venue by providing the best possible quality experience for guests
Testimonials
Being a part of WATL has given us not only a format to help us run our leagues, but access an amazing community of throwers and business owners. We were one of the first axe throwing facilities to open in the United States, and the first in Texas. With the excitement of bringing something new to the US market came a lot of hurdles in explaining axe throwing as a concept, addressing safety concerns, as well as exposure as a sport on a larger scale. Community expertise, creativity and support has really helped us tackle every obstacle and grow our business.
Sarah Sed, Houston Axe Throwing
We have been members of WATL since 2017 and value our membership greatly. WATL has helped Far Shot grow the Axe Throwing community in our areas, and allowed us to hold tournaments. WATL has given us the ability to give customers a peace of mind by showing that we adhere to high standards.
Benn MacDonald, Farshot Recreation
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Axe Throwing Venue Starter Kit
- Markers
- Ink Refill
- Target Stencils
- Big Axe
- Hatchets
- Free Butcher Axe