Q: What is disc golf?

As answered by the PDGA: Disc golf is played much like traditional golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, however, players use a flying disc, or Frisbee® The sport was formalized in the 1970's, and shares with "ball golf" the object of completing each hole in the fewest number of strokes (or, in the case of disc golf, fewest number of throws). A golf disc is thrown from a tee area to a target which is the "hole". the hole can be one of a number of disc golf targets; the most common is called a Pole Hole® an elevated metal basket. As a player progresses down the fairway, he or she must make each consecutive shot from the spot where the previous throw has landed. The trees, shrubs, and terrain changes located in and around the fairways provide challenging obstacles for the golfer. Finally, the "putt" lands in the basket and the hole is completed. Disc golf shares the same joys and frustrations of traditional golf, whether it's sinking a long putt or hitting a tree halfway down the fairway. There are few differences, though. Disc golf rarely requires a greens fee, you probably won't need to rent a cart, and you never get stuck with a bad "tee time." It is designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages, male and female, regardless of economic status.

Q: Where can I play disc golf?

There are disc golf courses around the State of Wisconsin, across the Midwest, and all over the World. Check out the PDGA Course Directory to find a course near you.

Q: Who much does it cost to play?

Typically disc golf is FREE to play. There are a few courses that require a generic pass to enter the park but upon entering, you can typically play disc golf for free. Also, some courses are privately owned so you may be subject to a ‘greens fee’.

Q: Where can I get formal lessons or instructions?

Get in touch with Terry of Lifetime Disc Sports, LLC by clicking on the contact section of this webpage.