Today we’d like to introduce you to Alexis Hamilton.
Hi Alexis, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I actually started this just as a joke. I couldn’t believe axe throwing was a real thing. I thought it was silly and laughed at the idea of trying to be a lumberjack. Then, out of nowhere, my boss, who was interviewing me at Jersey Mike’s, turned out to be a former world champion axe thrower. He taught me how to throw and really boosted my confidence.
I learned about axe throwing leagues, where people love to drink, hang out, and throw sharp stuff. I was terrible at first, probably one of the worst ever, and even got the nickname “Noodle” because of how bad at throwing I was. But the community was super welcoming and supportive, and that inspired me a lot. Now, I want to make sure every customer feels that same sense of fun, support, and belonging.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
COVID was definitely the biggest challenge for our business. It hit us hard, and we had to work really hard to rebuild everything our regular customers, leagues, and even our staff. It was a tough year trying to stay afloat but despite the ongoing challenges we’re headed in the right direction. We’ve managed to create a stronger sense of community, and I feel really fortunate to have had an amazing team along the way. We all look out for each other, and that support has made a huge difference in helping us recover and move forward
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I mainly focus on coaching and organizing events. My goal is to make everyone feel comfortable and like they’re part of something. I want people to walk in and feel like they’re old friends. I’ve been into axe throwing for eight years and have been with this place for the same amount of time. What I’m most proud of is the community I’ve built. Whether it’s my axe and pool league friends or my friends I work with here, I really believe that having a strong community is what makes any job special. What makes me different is how I treat people like friends. I don’t see anyone as above or below me. I treat everyone with respect and try to make sure everyone feels included. That’s really important to me, and I think it’s what helps create a positive vibe around here. I never feel lonely while I’m here.
What was your favorite childhood memory?
My favorite childhood memory is of watching my mom teach herself how to drive to get her license. She didn’t wait for anyone’s help or instruction instead, she took the initiative to learn on her own, practicing in an empty parking lot behind a church. I remember her determination and when she finally took her driving test and passed. We celebrated by driving to the mall together. We were listening to music and laughing the whole way there. That experience showed me her bravery and independence and it taught me the importance of taking initiative and facing challenges head-on
Pricing:
- Play 1 (1hour of axe throwing) 32.99/person
- Play 2 (90min of axe & knife thowing) 40.99/person
- Play 3 (2hours- axe & knife throwing 1 hour, 1 hour of archery) 47.99/person
- VIP (2 hour private tournaments, digitally scored, private coach, and 1 included drink) 57.99/person
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Contact Info:
- Website: https://batlgrounds.com/axe-throwing-scottsdale/
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