What is Disc Golf?
Disc golf is played much like golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, though, players use a flying disc or Frisbee. The sport was formalized in the 1970s and shares with golf the object of completing each hole in the fewest strokes (or, in the case of disc golf, the fewest throws.)
A golf disc is thrown from a tee area to a target, which is the “hole.” The hole can be one of a number of disc golf targets; the most common is an elevated metal basket. As a player progresses down the fairway, they must make each consecutive throw from the spot where the previous throw landed. The trees, shrubs, and terrain changes located in and around the fairways provide challenging obstacles for the golfer. Finally, the “putt” lands in the basket, and the hole is completed.
Who Plays Disc Golf?
Disc golf is designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages, genders, identities, and economic statuses, making it a great lifetime fitness activity. Because disc golf is so easy to learn, no one is excluded; players merely match their pace to their capabilities and proceed from there.
Why Should I Play?
Disc golf provides upper and lower body conditioning, aerobic exercise, and mental stimulation. Mastering shots and negotiating obstacles increases concentration skills, and players with limited fitness levels can start slowly and gradually increasing their level of play.
Scheduling is also flexible. A casual round takes one to two hours and may be played alone, eliminating the difficulty of scheduling tee times. Perhaps the greatest attribute of the sport is the low barrier to entry. A professional-quality disc costs roughly $15; only one is needed for basic play.
And, of course, there’s the sheer fun of the game – no matter your age or skill level!
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