This is our third event we’ve done with dabble in the past 3 months. We are continuously impressed with jemals (our event leader) professionalism & knowledge on his events. I would recommend dabble because the site is reliable and the events are so fun & easy to help facilitate in a group setting

Fun night out! Easy dog treat recipe, good beer, and fun with friends. P.S. my dog loves the treats!

Jemal was so helpful and knowledgable while instructing our class. He was professional, prepared, and on time with the event. He is a charismatic teacher and engaging and is on brand with our company! We have hosted him in our space 2x and we plan to continue using his services. He has great recommendations and also is extremely responsive. He was easy to book with and has so many connections throughout the city it's amazing! I would recommend the DIY candle making event because it is easy with instructions, a fun way to socialize in a group setting, and the end product is unique.

Great class! Learned the basic principles and had fun stabbing the paper with a special hole punch. Jemal was very helpful and patient. Nice location too.

This new combined class is so worth it! Jemal is a patient teacher and always explains the story behind the crafts while giving you a launchpad for your creativity--or coaching you through execution if you'd rather be more guided. Both the wine-o candles and the adorable little air plant terrarium are going to make awesome house warming gifts. Thanks again!

Jemal was a fun and patient instructor, and the class was structured to allow plenty of time to bind books; I didn't feel rushed, and had time to play around with new ideas. I loved the books I left with, and felt like I had learned a great deal about the art, and had a solid idea if what tools and supplies I might need to make more!

I thought the class was great! Had a really fun time with the people who were taking the class and felt like it was very informative and creative. Learning this skill is so simple I could definitely do it in my free time at home which is something I look for in these classes, highly recommend!

The Japanese book binding class was great fun. It was fascinating to see the detail and artistry that goes in to hand binding a book

As my first taste of dabble, this class exceeded expectations--a really fun but intimate setting in the back of a beautiful plant shop, some structure and teaching (with background info on the origins of paper!) but plenty of room for creativity... I went solo as a middle-of-the-week, after-work creative release and could not have felt more welcome or at ease. Jemal, thank you so much for being knowledgeable and inviting, for the lively conversation and even for letting me stay a few minutes later to finish binding ANOTHER journal! Can't wait for the next class.

The venue was very cool -- a little workshop nestled in the back of a plant shop. The crafting was made easy because the instructions were clear, the teacher was hands-on in helping, and the tools were very helpful. And there were a few options! As a newbie, I picked it up quick and was able to make two books!

This was a great class to learn something new! $29 was a little high for 90 minutes, but where else in town is somebody going to teach you how to throw knives on a Sunday in the park? Would recommend if you're looking to try something different and fun!

Great way to explore a new activity with friends or family. Went with my son and had a wonderful time trying to best each other. Jemal was clear and inviting and his instructions were understandable. He gave a brief background about the sport and offered ways to continue our interest, if we so chose. Thanks Jemal and thanks Dabble for always offering enlightening classes in such a rich variety!

Knife throwing with Jemal was such a fun and unique experience! He was really attentive to each participant's skill building and gave individualized tips to help us improve. It was so great to try something new and we all had a great time.

Jemal made it so easy to learn this new skill of knife throwing, and you can't beat the thirty dollar price tag for an afternoon of fun with friends!

Had an absolute blast!

Jemal was such a fantastic teacher! None of us had previous experience with knife throwing. Jemal did a great job of balancing instruction time with practice time. It was so much fun, and we definitely want to do it again!

Such a great opportunity to collaborate with Dabble lovers of at all levels! Happy Birthday Dabble. I can't wait to see what this next year brings!

I had such a great time meeting Dabble teachers and taking home some Dabble swag! Plus the event was held at Hopewell...one of my favorite breweries!

Nice people, good pizza and yummy desserts

Great location. Instructions were clear and we were throwing in no time at all. Went with 3 friends and we had great time together.

All the knives were supplied as well as little tent and coffee to keep the drizzle away. The instructor was able to teach some beginning knife throws and give instruction on how to improve. I would recommend to my friends.

Loved the class! Fun and fast paced with a lot of input from the instructor, Would do the same class again to work on the skills.

Knife throwing 101 was so much fun! I've been wanting to take the class for awhile and I'm so glad I finally did. Our class was supposed to be held outside but was moved indoors last minute because of weather. I think it would have been cool to experience it outside. But the last minute venue was fine! I highly recommend the class to anyone who wants to try something new and badass.

This was an absolutely fun experience! What could be more fun than throwing knives on a beautiful sunny Sunday in the park?? I highly recommend this class! Jemal was a great, fun instructor. I would definitely do another class with him as lead.

Enjoyed the session very much. Excellent venue chosen with ample free parking and no hassles. Jemal did a great job. People attending were a lot of fun.

This was a great class that my teenage son and I enjoyed!

This was a great experience! Jemal was great, very informative and patient and encouraging. Everyone had a fun time cheering each other on. I learned a lot and would definitely do this again.

The combination of knife throwing and embroidery was perfect for date night! Both teachers were friendly and knowledgeable! I highly recommend you take a class from either teacher! I went mostly for the embroidery workshop portion, but now I'm interested in knife throwing too.

I had a great time! Both instructors were great! I leaned a lot and had a lot of fun!

I recently got interested in throwing knives, and my girlfriend is a fiber artist. This Dabble Event couldn't have been more perfect. From the location (mmm Bang Bang Pie), to the activities, it was all great. I had a lot of fun throwing knives and, with an open mind, realized how relaxing the needlework stuff was. The overall night was very fun, entertaining and memorable. I would do this again, no question.

What a fun and exiting evening!!!!!!!!! Embroidery turned out to be easier that I thought and knife throwing was a blast!

Who can pass up a title like knives and needles? This was such a nice night at bang bang pie in Logan Square. The embroidery portion was super cute. You got to design your own tea towel, learn basic skills and then take home your towel, hoop and some extra thread to continue crafting. The knife throwing portion was also a lot of fun and not intimidating at all. Plenty of time for everyone to try out their new skills plus we got to eat some delicious pie. The instructors were very nice and helpful. Grab some buddies and book this activity the next time it pops up. It's a fun night out!

Great experience. Teacher knew some useful tricks and I feel more confident trying waffles at my next brunch!

Knife Throwing was a relaxing environment where you get hands on experience. The class wasn't crowded so you had a lot of time to practice and to socialize with your fellow Knifers! I'm one step closer to becoming a Ninja!

Personally I did it as a "well this sounds weird" and it lived up to my expectations. As promised, we were throwing knives within 15 minutes of the class starting and had plenty of opportunity to throw (e.g.: it wasn't too crowded so you felt like you were watching most of the time). Would strongly recommend taking this class whether you're looking to join a knife throwing community (yup, that's a thing) or just looking for something new to try!

Went with my son (15). We both had fun and learned a lot about knife throwing.

I absolutely loved the Knife Throwing 101 class. Brooklyn Boulders is the perfect space and Jemal is an awesome instructor. He gave each student 1:1 attention and helped us with our form. I will definitely take this class again!

We had a lot of fun! Knife throwing was awesome and bouldering was cool too. Great date night!

This was so fun!!! Its perfect to split into 2 different classes. The knife throwing was very fun and felt great once the first knife stuck. The teacher was easy going, calm and a great teacher. He let you keep trying different things and whatever you wanted while continuously coaching.... The bouldering was definitely challenging as you get to keep progressing through different routes until you fail.... Will definitely do both of these again !

Really fun class - highly recommended! Who wouldn't like throwing knifes, or anything at targets?!

This was harder than it looks, but it was a lot of fun. We learned basic techniques and had a chance to try out a few different kinds of knives. It's a great activity for getting some friends together and trying something new!

So much fun! Very unique experience that anyone can do. I'd recommend it to anyone!

Had a great time in both parts of the class! Bouldering is definitely not easy or for beginners, but we still had fun giving it a try!

This was really fun. Knife throwing was a little harder to finesse than I thought! But so satisfying once I got a few to stick. The bouldering class was good, too, although I wish the class size would have been just a little bit smaller! Overall, a really great time, definitely recommend it.

What a great class! It was very easy to schedule a private class for my colleagues and I as a team bonding experience. We had a great time taking our aggression out and learning a few techniques. I eventually got into the groove when we got to throw more than 4 knives per turn. Jay was a great instructor giving constructive criticism after watching everyone's throw. I love Dabble!!

A fun experience getting your feet wet on both bouldering and knife throwing! They split the group into two, and I would definitely recommend doing knife throwing first since I did not and my arms were pretty tired :)
Also good basic knowledge of bouldering. I've done rock climbing but now have a much bigger respect for people who boulder. If you want specific tips, you'll need to ask for tips and pointers. GREAT experience and HIGHLY recommend!

Loved it! Had a blast doing something adventurous and different. The only caveat I have is that I should have brought earplugs. It gets loud!

This was a great class overall. The teachers ran over the important information, let the students try things out, and gave tips when needed. It was my first Dabble experience, and it couldn't have been more positive, unless we just got more time to practice throwing, but there are time constraints.

The blades and bouldering class was so much fun! There was a great deal of hands-on instruction and a good introduction to both knife throwing and bouldering. Thanks for putting the class together and definitely looking forward to taking the class again!

Knife throwing was a lot of fun. It felt a little dangerous, but in a good way. I think there should be ear plugs provided for those who are more sensitive to sound, as it was pretty loud. The bouldering lesson was super helpful, although those who were brand new to climbing found it almost too challenging. I think a top roping option might work well next time for beginners.

Fun class! Loved learning the art of the throw!

Knife Throwing was a fun class - definitely what dabble is all about! Everyone was nice and supportive. However, the 2 hours was a bit long for the basic knife throwing we did, 1 hour would've been enough. And there were only 2 targets for 10 people, so it was hard to get into a groove because you had to wait ~10 mins between throwing so everyone could get a chance.

This was a lot of fun. I enjoyed the knife throwing more than the rock climbing. I liked that we got to try both bouldering and climbing with a harness. It was definitely a workout but you only do as much climbing as you want. All climbing gear rental was included and the instructors were friendly and helpful. I recommend this class for a unique adventure

Class was great! I went to do something new and exiting and that's exactly what I got. We learned how to throw different kinds of knifes and using different techniques. It was so satisfying when the knife sunk into the target. I also met some great people. Would highly recommend to anyone!

This was an awesome class! What a blast! I used to throw knives a long time ago for fun, and when I saw this class pop up, I had to go. But a series of conflicting commitments prevented that from happening, and then the class disappeared for a while. The class reappeared under the direction of Jay, the owner of Dabble. Unfortunately, the day of the class was predicted to be in the 40's, and probably too cold for most to be outdoors, so Jay found an excellent indoor place to hold the class. Thanks to Brooklyn Boulders for such an awesome venue. Jay introduced everyone to the art and science of knife throwing. We started out with 1/2 spins and progressed to full spins. Everyone had a great time and I met some really cool people. One thing that impressed me was the number of women at this class. There were 3 couples (so 3 women) and then two women who were friends for a total of 5 women. Wow! That's pretty cool that 5 courageous/curious women showed up to learn how to throw knives! That was pretty awesome! In the end, I think I would have preferred the freedom of an outdoor class. The concept of being outdoors with a campfire going (that is how the class is usually held) with a BYOB scenario is very much my jam. I would take this class again just to hang out and throw knives. Try this, you'll like it! And ladies, don't let this class scare you away, all the women who showed up had a blast.

Cheers...

Todd in Chicago