There are many ways to relieve stress, whether it’s with a trip to the spa the practice of physical exercise or even with a simple walk outdoors. However, this doesn’t mean that relaxing is synonymous with zenactivities; USAxe Club Porto is proof of this.
Located in the heart of the city, on Rua das Oliveiras, this space is close to bars renowned restaurants such as Aduela. However, you can be sure of one thing: the offer you’ll find here can’t be replicated anywhere else in Porto.
What does this mean? At USAxe Club Porto you can throw axes at will (without hurting anyone), eat hamburgers and other snacks, but also beers and cocktails. A different way to forget about everyday problems… And we went there to test our aim!
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Axe throwing: leisure and sport
For those who are used to the world of soccer and the tradition of cycling, as is the case in Portugal, saying that axe throwing is a sport may sound strange. But you can really believe it, because it’s true. In fact, this sport was born in Canada in 2017.
Despite being relatively new, the activity has grown and gained expression across borders, especially in the United States of America (USA), where there are even national championships. So in the US, alongside leisure, this is a recognized form of sport.
It sounds like fun, but is it a safe activity?
We can assure you of one thing:throwing axes is a lot of fun. In fact, it’s the ideal plan for a birthday party, a romanticdate or even to freshen up after work.
Although it’s synonymous with fun, nobody said it was easy. The truth is that it took our team a (long) time to hit the target. In this context, it’s normal to wonder: with so many ‘azelhas’, is it a safe activity?
The answer is yes. In other words, the six axe throwing lanes are separated in such a way as to prevent these sharp objects from flying where they don’t belong. What’s more, there’s always a member of staff nearby.
USAxe Club Porto: North American-style concept
In Porto, the USAxe Club is relatively new, having only opened its doors at the end of 2023. However, the brand itself was born long before that, more precisely at the LX Factory in Lisbon. It all started in 2020 with a small space and no restaurant.
With the pandemic in 2021, a unique opportunity arose, so the founders of USAxe Club decided to take the plunge and expand the concept. In other words, to include restaurant and bar options, thus transforming the space into a suitable place for friends (and not only) to enjoy in their free time.
Due to the desire to expand, the brand arrived in Invicta. But it wasn’t an easy task:
The buildings are all very narrow, so we had to adapt. Even so, we found the perfect place, (…) where we offer an open spaceconcept. I mean, where you can have dinner, spend time with friends and play games. A different space for those looking for alternatives to nightclubs,” José Matos, 31, CEO and one of the project’s founders, told Porto Secreto.
What is USAxe Club Porto like?
With a North American-style decor, the music was also handpicked, with an abundance of rock and other sounds.
In all, the space has two floors and can accommodate up to a hundred people. Downstairs you’ll find six axe throwing lanes, a dining room, a more private area and a bar. On the upper floor there is a rooftop perfect for the summer afternoons to come.
A look at the games
As we mentioned earlier, in this space the idea is that you can throw smears as a form of fun. There are six tracks and several games at your disposal.
So, you can opt for the traditional ‘target practice’ and game of rooster, or you can enter the universe of the series “The Walking Dead” and try to kill zombies. You can also ‘cleanse’ the world of the coronavirus.
How much does this experience cost?
At USAxe Club Porto you can organize your birthday party or even the next team building of your company.
However, if what you’re looking for is an experience with friends, then these are the prices:
- Playing for 15 minutes is €5 per person, plus €7.5 for renting the track.
- For one-hour reservations, prior booking is recommended and these are the prices: €11.95 per person and €15 for renting the dance floor.
Where: Rua das Oliveiras, 42
Opening hours: every day from 11 a.m. to midnight