Disc golf is a fun and challenging sport to play. It is similar to traditional golf in that you have to hit the basket with a disc to complete the hole, but it’s more difficult because you have to navigate trees, shrubs and terrain changes. It also is a great way to exercise your arms and upper body, which can help with a wide range of health benefits.
Whether you’re an experienced player or a beginner, there are a few things you should know about the game of disc golf. This will help you enjoy your time on the course more than ever.
1. Wear The Right Clothing
When you’re playing disc golf, you’ll be wearing a pair of athletic shorts and a T-shirt (usually black or white). You should have a comfortable pair of shoes, too.
2. Invest In a Good Disc
There are many different types of discs to choose from, and the ones you pick will depend on your personal style and skill level. Each type will have a different flight path and will respond to varying factors, such as air speed, spin, angle of release and weight.
3. Practice Your Throws
A great way to get better at disc golf is to practice your throws. This will teach you how to throw a disc with more accuracy and control.
4. Know The Rules
Disc golf courses follow a set of rules to keep them safe and fun for everyone. Most courses have a information board or park rules sign around the tee pad that describes these rules. You should always read the rules and follow them, especially when you’re new to the game.
5. Clean Up The Course
As a player, you should always make sure that you leave the course as it found it. You should pack up your belongings before leaving, and you should clean up any trash or remnants of your food that you’ve left behind. This helps ensure that other players can use the course and doesn’t cause problems for them later on in the day.
6. Don’t Land In Water
If your disc lands in the water, it is considered “out of bounds”. It should be thrown from the point where it crossed into the out-of-bounds territory.
7. Stay Within The Boundaries
All holes have specific boundaries that are designed to guide the disc across the landscape. These areas are often natural, such as a road or flowerbed, and are intended to keep the disc in the playing area.
8. Don’t Play The Disc Over Your Head
The most common mistake made by new players is to try and hit the basket with their disc. This can lead to the disc catching on the bottom of the basket or hitting the side of the basket before coming to rest.
9. Thrill The Ball
Some players like to thwack their discs at high speeds, hoping that it will fly off a cliff or over a tree. While this can be an effective strategy, it is not recommended. It can also lead to injuries from falls and broken bones.
