2 TIPS TO THROW FLAT IN DISC GOLF w/ PHILO BRATHWAITE

In this video, world-famous tour pro and disc golf coach Philo Brathwaite explains two critical tips to throwing flatter disc golf drives. Most new players struggle with a throw that rises up high and hooks back hard to the left (for right-handed backhands), but following these essential steps will keep your shots flat and in the fairway. Although there are two main throwing tips that Philo goes over, there are several important disc golf lessons that are included in this driving clinic to help your drives become more consistent. Let us know if you have any questions about these disc golf tips in the comments below and Philo or one of our disc golf coaches will try to answer them asap. Enjoy!
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[@DerekWiedenheft]

I had a one on one lesson with him at my local disc golf shop without even trying too. He just came up to me and asked if I needed any pointers. He ended up coaching me for 2 hours. He's a great guy.

[@PhilGeissler]

Cool story.

[@da324]

@Lester Fricks You're right, nobody gives a shit. Go spam somewhere else.

[@higgy90]

That’s awesome

[@TLK3]

What a great story. I just messaged him to see if he has any plans to come to NC this year. Would love to get a lesson from one of the goats.

[@whybotherdontask6778]

He seems like the kinda guy you want on your card. He's chill, polite, and seems humorous and very well spoken. He's truly an ambassador for the sport.

[@themexican2014able]

I swear Philo is one of the most down to earth guy I've seen in this sport. Always trying to help and give a different perspective.

[@noahjones5600]

He's my favorite player to watch. I have the same slender build so I study and copy him.

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

We've long felt that it helps to copy people with your same physical build. Great observation!

[@keithburgess5456]

@@noahjones5600 very smart I do the same same as far as fitness and in the gym follow workouts that people your same body type is doing. Just started playing disc golf and love it.

[@marc4242]

He’s also excellent on commentating, my favorite!

[@Cardninja52]

Philo should be on a higher tier team for Innova, such a focused player who’s put serious time in. Great tips my dude

[@insanzeforlife5150]

For real... still rated at almost 1040

[@ryknife13]

Absolutely

[@chrisblair3081]

Isn't he their international dude though? Thought he does more non states tourneys. Which id say is a pretty cool gig, travel the world with a suit case and a bag of free plastic lol

[@Cardninja52]

Chris Blair I heard that he was on a lower tier team than Josh Anthon. Not saying he isn’t touring and playing mad events, I am saying that he’s one of the most respectable players I’ve watched on the pro tour and would love to see more. Would love a Philo Roc3 stamp too lol

[@chrisblair3081]

@@Cardninja52 thought Anthon was outted? Haven't seen anything from him this year, I've seen some comments here and there about him.

[@mattiloponen92]

He is the comfiest player in discgolf ever.

[@jfresh2054]

How can someone be comfy?

[@PatIsAmazing]

@@jfresh2054 you've never been comfy?

[@jfresh2054]

@@PatIsAmazing inside my girl. That's about it.

[@dennisbanks706]

@@jfresh2054 yeah she's pretty comfy.

[@Pwrcritter]

He is approachable..

[@jayvillagomez4647]

Philo is just a straight up guy. He came to our special ed school here in New England and shared his passion for the sport and his life lessons with the kids. All the best, brother.

[@iPsychlops]

This video literally changed my drive. I always had an issue with a very high heiser. I watched your video and practiced the motions while in the office today, then went out to play a couple rounds after work. My longest drive previously was 233. Today I got a nice flat 260. Felt amazing! I didn’t feel like I was throwing as hard as before, but had better speed, power, and accuracy.

[@iPsychlops]

Hit 309 a couple weeks ago

[@myleshagan4628]

i've revisited this video no less than 10 times and take something from it each time. this dude is a treasure to the sport.

[@benjiwebb4117]

Dude thank you Philo. A teacher at heart.

[@durplehaze6484]

Great advice from an absolute legend. As a taller guy I can say that standing up straight vastly improved my accuracy as opposed to scrunching down

[@erickjanes4122]

It makes too much sense unlock our president

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Standing tall and upright is the safest, most efficient posture for the way our spine rotates during a disc golf throw, especially a flat, straight one. This becomes extra apparent for our tall lanky players.

[@HaikesXO]

DiscGolfCoaches that’s why core is such a major part of the throw. People with poor posture or who slouch normally cannot throw very far I’ve noticed

[@blakegibson674]

I'm 6ft 5,it's 12:12 a.m. where I'm located and I feel like I just had a lightbulb moment. can't wait to get out on the course tomorrow morning

[@crimsontide1980]

I honestly think I've subconsciously been hunched over on my approach. Explains why many of my throws are more hyzer than flat. I've been playing for almost 20 years but my mechanics are pretty poor. I never really learned the right way to play so I have 2 decades of bad habits. It's probably going to be harder to learn now than if I just started playing because I have to erase everything I've known about disc golf and relearn.

[@jokojabo]

I didn't mind the background music, wasn't abrasive. Great info and well presented by this dude

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Thanks for the valuable feedback! More to come from Philo...

[@tarverator]

I dislike the background music. It wasn't terrible, but better not to have it.

[@subspaceanomaly]

I didn't notice there was music I was just listening to Philo

[@dangierse6590]

@@tarverator I was distracted by it.

[@Daggles-]

I had the great pleasure of attending a clinic with Philo and Barsby the year he won worlds. In few words, my game has improved so much from literally 10 minutes of his and Greg’s time. Backhand and forehand. Such wisdom, keep teaching Philo!!!

[@WakeSK8WEST]

Think I found my new favorite Disc Golf channel, love the way he explains.

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Wow, thanks for the kind words! More to come...

[@trackgenesis]

Philo is so smooth. I love watching him throw and speak

[@shiftonephoto]

Its awesome having a lav mic, but the levels are so maxed and clipping

[@wtbyguy83]

I agree get a mixer in line cut the gains bit and throw a compressor on it :) please if you need help I’ll come to help this video is great just need to get the gain on the mic down. No way to fix it beside re take it. But awesome if your not an audio guy trying to get past the crunch

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Yeah we learned the hard way that the lav was too close to his throat. Can't wait to film another with Philo soon.

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Dang we could use pro knowledge like yours on the next shoot! It's amazing how many real TV and Film industry folks hang at that course. We're just disc golfers that love to teach so the iphone and lav were hi-tech for us, but we're definitely going to pay more attention to the audio next time. Thank you for the tips!!

[@EdwardRodriguez-yb4sz]

Your explanation on setting up direction and pitch before throwing makes so much sense. Can’t wait to try these new techniques

[@juliettehotel]

I’ve watched a lot of videos trying to say the same thing, but none as good as this. Thank you!

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Philo has a knack for saying things in ways people can absorb. He's the best.

[@nateridgewaymusic]

Philo for the win!!! This is EXACTLY the kind of info I’ve been needing! Philo just lays it out in a way I can “get it”. So many helpful nuggets in this training.

[@soguitarist4287]

Philo is one of the best!

[@banjolowe]

Philo is an outstanding instructor. Keep em coming !

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Definitely more to come from Philo Mitch Lowe 🙏

[@Soulfulswede]

Philo is the man!

[@stevensicari500]

By far the most valuable disc golf video ive watched. Been playing for under a year, watched this video about 2 months ago and it helped drastically improve the consistency of my throw!

[@FreedomReform]

My favorite disc golfer, coach, and especially announcer. It really pains me to watch a tournament without him mic'ed up in the box. Philo is second to NONE!!!

[@artgutierrez6924]

Gotta love his style, it's chill and down to earth. You go Philo!

[@drpantz7732]

Thanks for all you do Philo, I could listen to you talk about disc golf all day!

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@JonMagnificent]

Philo is my fav. Like the Merlin of disc golf. All magic and deep wisdom made simple for us Meer mortals to understand.

[@markadkins9290]

WOW, OUTSTANDING! THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP!

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

We’re glad to help Mark! Keep ‘em flat and in the fairway!

[@chrisfair11]

The golf club was surprisingly useful. I never thought about the ground I am throwing on in relation to the line shape I needed to make...

[@ilikesnow]

Absolutely love that you call them "swings". It's still golf at the heart of it and as a lifelong ball golfer, disc golf scratches that itch, with less time invested and the company of dogs!! Great video my guy.

[@thunderbirdmages]

Excellent video. As a 55 year old getting back into the sport, I thank you

[@MrTokitin]

Philo is the man. Learned alot on this one!

[@harleybk3]

I love this man’s no-nonsense approach to instruction. Sound strategy plus focused execution equals consistent results. It’s the formula for success in everything. Well done, sir!

[@coloradonativefishingcnf6175]

Hey Homie by far one of my favs in disc golf. The most consistent thrower ive ever seen. Watching you over the years I've learned so much form yuou. I am the straightest throwers in my group and they always say how do you throw so straight with little effort. I say Fucking Philo thats how. Much love Brotha

[@ericbritt4085]

What a gent. Thanks for posting.

[@timdennis2156]

Love you, Philo! Would love to get lesson next time you're in Portland!

[@ramapochief]

I want to thank you so much for the tips understanding to stand tall and level has increased my accuracy ten fold

[@JimPlattes]

Very unique way of presenting the material. The information flows nonstop. Well done.

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Thanks Jim Plattes! Philo has so much info it made it tough to edit it down.

[@randybrewman9661]

Philo is an excellent coach in this video

[@philippundso2975]

i wish we had more coaches like philo in germany. 10/10 would book.

[@stevenotz4623]

I am 5 foot 7 and it is very important to use your core to create energy. Love your channel and thanks for the instruction.

[@tylerwill5250]

Im over 6 foot a bit. I definitely have to stand up straighter on my drives, its killing my distance

[@K3TEF]

would love to meet him one day. its a genuinely rare thing to have a incredibly talented player that also likes to teach people.

[@walkerplaza2547]

This is the best explanation of how to throw a disc that I have seen! THANK YOU!!!

[@RGMDG]

Love his teaching style.. Clearly he knows what he is talking about..

[@mtmorin13]

thank you Philo - great tips I intend to utilize

[@joshcallihan2267]

Love the vibe bro. I'm in my 1st year. And I'm trying to perfect my form early. But controlling speed and angles is also an issue. Thanks for the video!!

[@chakatrain]

Philo - this is super helpful, clear and insightful. Thanks for your generosity!

[@kronyn555]

Well, explain tactics. Keep that energy and you have inspired me more to get into this sport.

[@SGTBlain]

Man, i really enjoyed listening to him. What a great speaker, pedagogical. Hopefully my game will step up after seeing this! Thanks.

[@BobCarter1oldsinger]

Philo, this is one of the most helpful disc golf lessons I have seen. I especially like your use of a golf club to help visualize the slope of terrain along the target line. I carry a folding reacher to retrieve discs from places I don't want to put my hands. I have started using it to in a manner similar to your golf club method. It has taught me that the hills are usually more subtle than they might first appear. That has enabled me to throw from about sternum high and still get a slightly upgrade trajectory. I used to reach down back to about waist high for such shots. Not only did they rarely go as high as I expected, but they faded badly due to their nose up tendency. Thank you for all the other aspects of that lesson also. I am now standing tall and looking better. I won't say good yet. I still have to learn to putt a lot better. I would welcome your lesson on putting. Thanks. 75-year old DG fanatic.

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Thank you for the excellent feedback Robert. Philo is an amazing teacher indeed! More to come from him.

[@TwitchyThelogian]

This is one of the best videos I have watched.

[@jonnypeters0]

Philo's a great coach. Great video!

[@pittmansbs]

This knowledge is gold. Thanks for the wisdom man.

[@allagoon]

Interesting presentation. Different approach than some of the tutorials I've watched. Makes sense.

[@blackrifle3932]

Because in the end, it’s all about beating your friends. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Right?!?! Those bastards are going to have to pry the teepad out of our cold dead hands. It's just a little more fun when you win. ;)

[@amrakarmaMisophoniac]

Man, Philo seems so cool. You want to throw a round with this dude.

[@charlied904]

I want to get an apartment with him

[@whybotherdontask6778]

@@charlied904 bonus points cause he's probably out touring so it's like living alone but when he's home you're not upset.

[@kevinmaher2547]

One of the best instructors in the industry

[@scottgriswold3600]

I am new to disc golf, and find Philo's instructional videos to be extremely helpful. He breaks things down into fundamental components, and delivers them in a conversational manner. I get a great vibe from him. Great attitude, minimal ego, willing to share his knowledge,..... just the best. I have a long way to go towards being a consistent thrower, but the weather looks nice tomorrow, so I will be out there enjoying this sport. I will be thinking of these tips. Thank you, Philo. I appreciate you.

[@hanger129]

Excited to work on this. Thanks Philo!

[@hultberg90]

Randomly found this video and everything sounds so logical. Seems to be such a great guy! I'm pretty new to the sport and gonna try this out.

[@bonesnsmitty]

I really appreciate the time you took to explain these methods. This is definitely going into my routine. Thank you.

[@matthewcalhoun]

Philo is a genius and a gifted instructor.

[@jamesphillips9816]

Philo you are the man! Love your simple and easy to understand instruction. You have excellent communication skills and your love for the game shines bright. Thanks for the information. And keep doing it my man! Thank you!

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

More to come!

[@disc_golf_veteran]

Thanks Philo! Really good stuff. I like the field work idea.

[@darineversaul6735]

This is very clear instruction for a beginner like me trying to find consistency. Thanks!

[@alexbromley9384]

Love this info. I’ve had big issues with skying my hyzer shots due to bending at my waist

[@kruksog]

Subbed for just this video. If you put this out, I can't wait for what comes next!

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Awesome, thanks! We just subscribed to Noam Kroll. Coaches need coaches too. ;)

[@laserbeam91]

Thank you Philo. We love you brother.

[@oceansenator]

I have never watched a more helpful video. I was throwing better almost immediately. I used sticks instead of a golf club, but this drill was fire.

[@russellkellum2230]

This has been a HUGE help!

[@BEIGEandHARASS]

great teaching style and illustrator of concepts!!

[@michaelv8721]

I’m new to disc golf (like a month in) but a lot of these concepts definitely make sense and help me understand the throws better! Great video!

[@aktiefinans1.]

Miss you on the leadcards, my fellow philo! You've always been so humble man! Nice to get your advices, hope you proceed with the coaching years to come!

[@andrewnelson3362]

Thanks for the lesson last week Philo! I learned a lot!

[@altabirddotcom]

Just started following this channel super excited! Stay on the plane man!!!!!!

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Welcome aboard! More to come...

[@chillokapi5225]

man what a class act. Love you Philo

[@TheCWHatton]

Philo is the Man!'

[@tommyboy4835]

Philo is the man! Always love watching him play or teach. Keep sharing your knowledge bud 💥💥💥

[@sir_toadstool]

"Your arm receives its speed from your hips and core" really helped me understand where I should focus more of my energy when throwing.

[@dahopperian]

Thank you

[@noahjones5600]

My favorite player philo.

[@jvz1970]

Thank YOU Philo! GREAT pointers for this old disc golfer!

[@lourdesdiscgolf]

Great coach

[@maxxpayne309]

This is an amazing video I really needed this and this guy speaks in a way I can understand absolutely awesome vid bro thanks

[@DiscGolfCoaches]

Glad it helped!

[@Silenced_by_nazi_youtube]

This is so cool. I play golf and even there we have different shot shapes. It's cool to see the ball fly through the air the way you intend it to. Seeing a disc fly smoothly through the air is oddly very satisfying. The amount of complexity reminds me of the golf swing.

[@kasperancher]

What a great coach 👍

[@jeremiah7382]

Nice way of explaining it

[@phoepheekiz2192]

Haven't met him yet! But his coaching has taught me a lot! Thanks Philo! Best regards. Moe

[@MC-sg5yr]

I swear i watch this once a month and comprehend something new everytime

[@00discgolf]

Philo just explains it so well me to understand... I feel inspired to throw now... I just need to remember pizza slice and flat flat flat 😆

[@williamcruz7976]

This is really good info. I've been playing for a few months so far and some days I have it good and others I'm way above on my card. Ill be going to Oak Grove tomorrow and keep these tips in mind. Thanks!

[@scherm5514]

Anyone who's not able to get out from the weather , give Disc Golf Rival a try. Crazy addicting gameplay!

[@justanotherdaddd]

Thank you from a rusty Dad who just got back into it

[@ChainClankersDiscGolf]

This video was amazing! Really love getting in the mind of Philo he truly is a great coach and has so much to teach! This video has helped us get better a ton!

[@havediscwilltravel6180]

Great video, going to get out to the field today and work on this!

[@arturopiedras2284]

Bro! Thank you for articulating so clearly, I'm loving this game more now. I had to subscribe to your channel 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@bubbawatson1852]

I think I played in your first group at usdgc, I think a 10.10am tee time. You were very smooth, more distance than they were looking smooth. Very high game i.q. then, so I know now why your a bad mamajama. Your next disc name.. free.. Good to see you still in good health, in shape.

[@melmel075]

Thanks for the excellent throwing & field work tips Philo!

[@sageoliver3255]

Great demonstration…simple and easy to wrap our heads around..awesome shots

[@js8442]

the best am coach video ever ,,,listen to philo

[@LyleStewartMusic]

Thanks so much for the PRO tips! You rock!

[@Sketto8]

Thanks, Philo. Helpful stuff.