Disc (Frisbee) Golf is a game which I like to call a hybrid, spawned from your general Golf mixed with Ultimate Frisbee. When playing the game, you will play on a course similar to that of a golf course with chain nets set up where the holes would be on a golf course. To get to these nets you will need to maneuver your disc around obstacles that stand in your way.
Instead of golf clubs you will be using Discs specially made for the game. There are different types of discs, all with different functions. Some fly high, some low, some turn left, some turn right. I am not pro by any means, but those who are fully understand the movement of each of their discs, much like a golf player knows the distances they would get from each of their clubs.
Disc golf can be played on a disc golf course, which are usually free to play on and are more common that you would think. If you don’t have one available you can set up your own in the woods or your yard, using trees and landmarks as the nets. Instead of sinking the disc in the net you, you will simply have to hit the tree. Same idea really.
So what is keeping you from playing this fun lifetime activity? All you need is 1 disc and a course or a bunch of trees. The game gets you outside in the fresh air, walking and socializing with friends. This all benefits multiple areas of your health. Have a look at the video below to get a better idea of what this great game is all about.
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