New to the sport? Here is some basic information to get you started!

Welcome to the great game of disc golf! Disc golf is a wonderful sport as all you really need is a single disc, but it also provides plenty of opportunity to be a more serious player! From the occasional casual round by yourself or with others to a weekly leagues where you can have some low-stakes competition all the way to tournaments for those that really enjoy competing with others, disc golf has something for everyone.

The Disc Golfer's Code

The first thing you will want to know is the Professional Disc Golf Association's (PDGA) Disc Golfer's Code. The PDGA is the governing body of the sport at the amateur and pro level.

PDGA disc golfer's code: 1 play smart - never throw into a blind area or when players, spectators, pedestrians, or other facility users are within range. Use a spotter. 2 - Respect the course. Observe all posted rules. No littering, graffiti, or abuse of equipment or flora. 3 - Represent the sport. Be positive and responsible. Teach others.

Rules of Disc Golf

Next, you will want to familiarize yourself with the rules of the sport. The PDGA rulebook can be found at the PDGA's website where you can download it to save on your phone. Additionally, the PDGA offers an app that allows for access to the rulebook as well.

Competition Manual

In addition to the rules, if you plan on playing disc golf in a more formal competitive environment, such as leagues or a tournament, you will need to familiarize yourself with the PDGA's competition manual. You will also need to be familiar with this manual if you intend on running a tournament.

This manual lays out how tournaments are supposed to run at different levels, discusses different divisions available, as well as expected player code of conduct. The PDGA Competition Manual can be found at the PDGA's website.

Disc Golf Media

Looking to improve your game? Interested in watching the professionals play the game at the highest levels? Want to check out the behind the scenes with some of the best players in the sport? Here are some YouTube recommendations to get you started:

Improve Your Game

Overthrow Disc Golf is one of the best channels for showing you how to become a better thrower of the disc.
Danny Lindahl has a ton of videos that break down different drills. As he likes to say "slow is smooth and smooth is far."

Watch the Pros

The Disc Golf Pro Tour channel offers free coverage of the final round of their events as well as post-produced coverage of their Silver Events.
The JomezPro channel is the gold standard for post-produced coverage of the mixed professional open division. They also provide additional content with some of the top pros in the sport.
The GK Pro channel provides post-production coverage of the top women playing the biggest events in disc golf. In addition to their tournament coverage, they have an entertaining weekly skins match with top pros in the sport!

Professional Vlogs

Several players have expanded their social media presence to include some very entertaining vlogs.

Paul McBeth's channel follows six-time, and current, world champion Paul McBeth, the man many consider to be the greatest player of all time.
Simon Lizotte is one of the most talented and entertaining players in the sport. He loves to put on a show! Between his charm and his talent, it's easy to see why he is one of the most beloved players in disc golf!
Paige Pierce is thought to be the best women's player ever. The five-time world champion provides a behind the scenes look at life on tour.
Miss Frisbees, Chantel Budinsky, provides a behind the scenes look from a new professional on tour.