Disc golf is growing in popularity across the nation, including in the state of Tennessee. The state is home to 214 courses, making it a great place to get started in the sport.

Like anything new, getting started can feel daunting, but with the right preparation, you’ll quickly see why disc golf is attracting new players every day.

How to Get Started with Disc Golf

If you’ve ever thrown a frisbee, you can likely get started with disc golf. But don’t be fooled, this isn’t just a casual sport where you toss a flying disc back and forth. Competition is fierce and disc golf has an ever-growing pro stage complete with regular tournaments and large payouts to winners. Here’s a look at how to get started:

1. Learn Disc Golf Basics

Disc golf is a game where players throw a disc into a standing target basket. The game is similar to traditional golf in that you use several throws to reach the target basket with the goal being to have the least number of strokes/throws at the end of 18 holes.

2. Visit a Disc Golf Store

You’ll need some equipment to get started. Although disc golf is sometimes compared to frisbee, you cannot play the game using regular frisbees. You’ll need specific discs designed for the sport.

Tennessee is home to two amazing disc golf stores that sell both new and gently used disc golf gear, Play It Again Sports ~ Brentwood and Play It Again Sports ~  Hendersonville. At both stores, you can talk to their experts about which discs you need to get started because there are many different types and weights designed to help with reaching the target basket just like you have various putters, wedges and drivers in traditional golf.

You’ll also want a disc golf bag to house your discs and make it easier to move about the course. Read on to learn more about a special sale at Play It Again Sports ~ Brentwood & Hendersonville throughout April.

Other equipment you might want to prepare for your disc golf outing includes a Sharpie for marking your discs, a mini marker disc, a towel and sunscreen. Thankfully, you don’t need any special apparel or shoes for the sport, though you’ll want to make sure you’re comfortable with seasonally appropriate attire that is moisture-wicking.

3. Find a Disc Golf Course

You can search for disc golf courses near you and read up on their reviews at UDisc. As you get more into the sport and start considering competitions, you can find local events to put your skills to the test…