Driver
For distance on long throws. It has a sharper rim.
Disc golf 101
Like golf.
But with discs.
The goal is simple: complete each hole in as few throws as possible. Start at the tee and finish by landing the disc in the basket.
A round, step by step
From the first throw to the basket.
- 01
Throw from the tee
Each hole starts at a tee area. Choose a disc and throw towards the basket.
- 02
Play from where it lands
Mark where the disc lands. Your next throw is made from just behind that spot.
- 03
Wait your turn
The player furthest from the basket throws first. Everyone else waits behind them.
- 04
Make the putt and score
The hole ends when the disc comes to rest in the chains or tray. Every throw counts as one stroke.
Essential rules
The basics for a good round.
You don't need to memorise a whole rulebook to enjoy your first round. These are the situations you'll encounter on the course.
01 Order and scoring
Agree on the throwing order at the first hole. After that, the player with the lowest score on the previous hole tees off first. During a hole, the player furthest from the basket throws first. The lowest total score, including penalties, wins.
02 Your lie
Keep a foot just behind your marker when you release the disc. Outside the 10-metre circle you may follow through; inside it, stay balanced behind your marker.
03 Mandatory route
A mandatory requires the disc to pass on a specified side of a tree, post or other marker. If you miss it, take a penalty and play from the marked drop zone (DZ) or as shown on the hole sign.
04 Out of bounds (OB)
If the disc comes to rest completely outside the playing area, add a penalty. Continue from where it crossed out of bounds, with up to one metre of relief in-bounds.
Your first bag
Three discs. Three jobs.
Mid-range
A balance of distance and control. A great choice for beginners.
Putter
Stable and precise for approaches and short putts.