Axe Throwing Coach

Also called: Axe Throwing Lane Coach, Axe Master

Teaches guests to throw axes safely at wooden targets in axe-throwing bars and venues, running games and keeping everyone safe.

A day in the life

At 6 p.m. he welcomes a group of 12 coworkers, gives a safety talk, and shows them the two-handed throw. He corrects grips, scores a tournament and cheers when a nervous guest sticks her first bullseye. Between groups he replaces split target boards.

Pay over a career

Starting
$24k
Typical
$32k
High
$42k

Hourly plus tips; often part-time.

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. No degree; venue training and league certification.

Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.

Majors to look at: Recreation Management.

Outlook

Growing about average. Axe throwing venues grew fast in the 2020s and are now common in cities.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Low risk for 10 years. Coaching guests and keeping lanes safe stays human.

Could start right away

Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to axe-throwing venues; many hire at 18, or 21 where they serve alcohol

Start now, in high school

Classes: Physical education, Communications, Business.

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