One Hour at Far Shot Albany: Knife-Throwing Coaching and Games in the Heart of the City

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One Hour at Far Shot Albany: Knife-Throwing Coaching and Games in the Heart of the City

A structured 1-hour session in Albany that includes coaching, equipment and organized games—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

One Hour at Far Shot Albany: Knife-Throwing Coaching and Games in the Heart of the City.

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Location
Albany
Operator
Far Shot Albany
Category
Events
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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At Far Shot Albany, knife throwing is presented as a coached, social activity: each one-hour session includes instruction, knife-throwing equipment and games, and is positioned for team-building, friendly competition or a date-night alternative.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE COACHING

World-league training on your first throw

Sessions are run by staff trained by the Head Coach of the World Axe Throwing League, so even newcomers receive structured coaching and practice time.

THE ACTIVITY

Equipment, instruction, and games included

Each session supplies knife-throwing equipment, formal training and games, making this a compact, coached experience rather than an unguided drop-in.

THE VIBE

Built for groups and friendly competition

The offering is pitched for team-building, competitive groups or a social date night; small groups (three or fewer) may share lanes with other parties depending on availability.

What the day feels like

What an hour feels like

The session compresses check-in, coaching and games into a single hour: you arrive, receive instruction from trained staff, use supplied knife-throwing equipment and play structured games designed for friendly competition.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session suits — and who should think twice.

1
Teens & Adults (12+)Appropriate for participants aged 12 and older; the activity is coach-led but requires the ability to follow safety instructions.
2
Small GroupsMinimum party size is two; groups of three or fewer may be asked to share lanes with other small parties depending on availability.
3
Teams & Corporate GroupsDesigned for team-building and friendly competition with structured games and coaching provided for groups.
4
Date Night or Social OutingsFramed as a social, competitive outing and suitable for couples or friends seeking a coached, short-duration activity.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Session Length

Total session time is 1 hour, which includes instruction time.

What to Bring

Closed-toe footwear is required; waivers must be completed and participants must follow coach safety instructions. Equipment and coaching are provided on-site.

Meeting Point & Parking

Meet at 69 N Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207. Free street parking is available on weekends and after 5pm on weekdays.

Booking & Fees

A $5 per-person deposit is required at booking; taxes and fees are charged for all participants. Book the minimum party size and leave a note if your final headcount may increase.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the session?

Each session is 1 hour total and includes instruction time.

Is equipment provided?

Yes — knife throwing equipment and coaching are provided as part of the session.

Is there a minimum or age requirement?

Minimum group size is two people; sessions are for ages 12 and up.

Do I need to bring anything?

Closed-toe footwear is required and waivers must be completed; participants must also listen to and follow coach safety instructions.

What about booking and fees?

A $5 per-person deposit is required at booking; taxes and fees will be charged for all participants. You can book the minimum party and leave a note if you plan to add more people.

Is parking available?

Free street parking is available on weekends and after 5pm on weekdays.

Will small parties be combined?

Groups of three or fewer may be subject to sharing lanes with other small groups based on lane availability.