Disc golf is a sport where you throw a flying disc toward a target, usually a metal basket. The goal is simple - finish each hole in as few throws as possible.

If you have ever played traditional golf, the idea will feel familiar. You start from a tee area, work your way down the fairway, and finish by getting your disc into the basket. Every throw counts as a stroke, and the lowest total score wins.

The best part is how easy it is to start. Most courses are free to play, and you can have a great first round with just one or two discs.

Most courses have 9 or 18 holes. Each hole has a tee pad (where you start) and a basket (the target). Players take turns throwing from the tee, then continue throwing from where their disc lands until each person finishes the hole by getting their disc into the basket.

A typical hole will have a par, which is the number of throws it “should” take to complete. If you finish under par, that’s good. Over par, and you know what you’re working on next time!

Courses can be wide open and beginner-friendly, or tight and technical with trees, elevation, and tricky lines. That variety is a big reason the game stays fun.

You do not need a lot of gear to play disc golf. At a minimum, you just need a disc and a course.

That said, discs are made to do different jobs. Some are designed to fly straight and easy. Others are built for distance, control, or windy conditions. Most players start simple, then add discs as they learn what they like.

If you are brand new, the biggest thing is choosing discs that are comfortable to throw and forgiving while you learn. The right discs make the game more fun right away.

Disc golf is one of those sports that works for almost anyone. You can play casually with friends, bring the family, or take it seriously and track your improvement over time.

It gets you outside, it’s easy to fit into a busy schedule, and it always gives you something to chase - that first par, a long putt, or that beautiful s curving shot. And once you start learning how discs fly, the game gets even more satisfying!

If you have ever wanted a hobby that is fun, challenging, and actually gets you out of the house, disc golf is hard to beat.