National Disc Golf Day: Everything You Need to Know

Get ready to head to the course! National Disc Golf day is the first Saturday in August. So, mark your calendar and grab your discs! Keep an eye out for deals at your local disc golf shop or online. If you play regularly, check out the PDGA site for any upcoming National Disc Golf Day events or tournaments in your area.

Interested in learning more about disc golf? Check out our ultimate beginner’s guide!

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What is Disc Golf?

Disc golf is very similar to traditional golf. However, instead of using a ball and set of clubs, players use a disc that is similar to a frisbee. In fact, disc golf was born out of the frisbee craze.

Disc golf players throw the disc towards a metal basket with the goal of eventually getting it in the basket using as few throws as possible. Whoever completes the course with the fewest throws, or strokes, wins the game.

Each hole starts at the “Tee”. Think of the tee as the launchpad for the hole. Normally, it is constructed of concrete or wood and provides a solid footing for players to make their first throw. However, that will vary from course to course. Often the tee has a small plaque or sign nearby indicating the number and location of the basket or other useful information like obstacles or off-limit areas, but not always. As players progress towards the basket they often use different discs depending on the type of throws they need to make. For example, close throws that require precision are made with different discs than long throws.

Just like traditional golf, disc golf usually has 9 or 18 baskets, sometimes referred to as “holes”. Players begin at hole #1 and complete the course in order before ending on hole #18. Whoever completes the game, or “round”, using the least amount of throws is the winner.

Disc Golf vs. Traditional Golf

Disc golf has many advantages over traditional golf. Most players will mention the price given that the vast majority of courses are free to play. Discs are also inexpensive to purchase and vary from $10 to $30 depending on the type of disc. So, with under $100 worth of discs, you’ll be ready to play for years to come at no additional cost!

Many people will also point out the disc golf community which is rapidly growing and incredibly welcoming to new players just taking up the sport. Chances are if you’re reading this article, that might be you!

Interested in learning more about disc golf? Check out our ultimate beginner’s guide!

Final thoughts

National Disc Golf Day is the perfect time to get out on the course and celebrate the game. If you’re new, check out our recommended beginner sets. They have everything you need to get started with disc golf and begin developing your game.