Darts
Throwing darts at a numbered board and counting down scores in games like 501.
Darts
- To start
- $40
- Each month
- Nothing
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 20 minutes or more
- Where
- At home or out
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- There's a real game to win.
- It comes with people built in.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to meet people
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to have more fun
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something to show for your time
- You want to work with your hands
What it feels like
DartsAverage sport & Fitness hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$40Costs more to start than 54% of hobbies
NothingAll of the cost is upfront
$40About $0.38 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Hang a board at home and practise hitting the 20, then play a game of 501.
20 minutes or moreAt home or outVery easy to start
Questions
How much does darts cost to start?
About $40 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, and nothing each month after that.
How much time does darts take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 20 minutes or more.
Can I do darts at home?
Yes, or out if you prefer. Fits in a bag.
Is darts good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Hang a board at home and practise hitting the 20, then play a game of 501.
Do I need other people for darts?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.