Tomahawkin Hits Manahawkin With Cutting-Edge Idea

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Although Tomahawkin opened July 25, the idea to open an axe-throwing venue hatched three years ago.

They are located on 817 North Main Street. Family-owned and operated, Tomahawkin has garnered plenty of attention through social media platforms Facebook and Instagram. Tomahawkin is planning a grand opening for a date to be announced.

They attribute the idea to belong to Amy Ross, a teacher at Toms River Intermediate South.

"I saw the idea online three years ago, and we jumped on what is the next hot trend," said Amy Ross.

According to her husband Sam, axe-throwing will become the next bowling.

"It's equal for everybody," said Dominick Ross. "Men and women of all ages can come in and throw an axe."

Tomahawkin takes safety seriously. Customers are required to sign a waiver and all throwers must be wearing closed shoes. There is one axe per lane, and the thrower must set their ax in a "holster," a large circular block of wood, when their turn is over. Tomahawkin urges customers to be fully aware of their surroundings.

Their rates for a lane are $20 per personal for one hour and $35 for two. They also have group rates available for parties over ten or more.

"It's a great relief that I don't have to drive to Philly just to throw axes," said local resident A.J. Greco.

While the sport has been popular on an international level, especially Canada, axe throwing has spread across the United States over the past three years, according to Forbes. According to Travel and Leisure, indoor axe-throwing first hit North America in Toronto back in 2011.

The sports seems to be spreading through the Jersey Shore. Stumpy's Hatchet House in Eatontown claims to be the first American indoor hatchet-throwing venue.

"It's a great stress relief," said local resident David Wight.

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