Disc Golf

Disc golf (sometimes called Frisbee golf, folf or frolf) is a disc game in which individual players throw a flying disc into a basket or at a target. According to the Professional Disc Golf Association, "The object of the game is to traverse a course from beginning to end in the fewest number of throws of the disc."

Frisbee golf is similar to traditional golf and uses much of the same rules and terminology. As in ball golf, a course usually consists of 18 holes. Unlike ball golf, most courses are located in public parks and are free to play, although some courses require a nominal fee, and the sport requires inexpensive discs instead of costly clubs and balls. The modern disc golf target consists of a metal basket with chains hanging over it and was invented in 1976.

Disc Golf in New Zealand

There are many courses around NZ where you can play "Frisbee Golf" or Disc Golf. There is a New Zealand Disc Golf tour which plays in great places up and down the country. As the official website says; "the hills of Waiheke Island or Taumarunui, the alpine environment of Queenstown and National Park, the skills required for Upper Hutt, the true test of Taupo, a cruise around Jellie Park or the work out that is Tauranga Xtreme, get out and enjoy the 2008 NZDG Tour, we certainly make the most of some of New Zealand's most beautiful locations."

This is Disc Golf in the Queenstown Gardens

Disc Golf - 2007 Paradise Plates

To find out everything about playing Disc Golf in New Zealand please go to their official website www.discgolf.co.nz