Backhand Form Basics - Beginner's Guide to Disc Golf

Learn how to throw a backhand to improve your disc golf game
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Use the tips in this video to improve the distance and accuracy of your backhand on the Disc Golf course! Having a solid backhand form is crucial to becoming a better player and starting off right will make life a lot easier down the road as you become a better disc golf player.
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[@jc4lyfe7]

I’ve watched a lot of instructional videos and have never heard of the reaching for the pocket step. I honestly think that was the best video I’ve seen for a beginner. Can’t wait to get out there and try it! Thanks guys!

[@Joshg8182]

Yeah I had never heard that either! I’ve noticed before that the pros arms are by their side when releasing but it makes it a lot easier in my head to get there by reaching for my pocket

[@geraldyoder88]

I agree 💯

[@Deathbysnusnu125]

My thoughts exactly!!! Was going to post exact same thing! Tons of videos and no one has said a thing about what to do with my other arm!

[@CraigsCuts]

I’ve recorded myself a couple times and my off hand keeps coming through. I thought the pocket note was the best thing I’ve heard .

[@ruellerz]

I saw Gibs do it but never commented on it. Glad the video mentioned it.

[@samohman6648]

THIS is the video I’ve been looking for. I started playing about a month ago and have been devouring content. Almost every instructional video for backhand throws are about how to get more distance, not the fundamentals. I’ve hit the course twice and already have seen massive improvements. Can’t thank you enough, keep this series of vids coming, please.

[@PeterDeuth]

The multiple camera angles, the professionalism in this video..🙌🙌🔥

[@peterriggs5339]

Just wanted to say thank you as a returning disc golfer who has been throwing all over the place since taking a 10 year break. I was getting frustrated and decided to start over completely with the fundamentals and found your video. It’s been extremely helpful in getting control of my discs again!

[@MiguelVillasenor365]

If you guys could make a "sidearm form basics" video, that would be much appreciated! 🙏

[@madeofglass012]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYOskJipbKh-aMU

[@smcockrell]

Thank you for the video. ive watched this about a hundred times and it didnt make sense until i got on the course and got several months of experience failing. after about 6 months of throwing and trying to figure it out i came back to this video and suddenly it all made sense. To all the beginners out there i have two pieces of advice. 1. Dont try to throw hard. start out at about 50% power. seriously. the harder you try to throw the more messed up youll be and you dont want to get into bad habits from the beginning. 2) stop using high speed drivers. get a leopard3 or something similar and use it as your main driver. trying to throw high speed discs from the beginning is a recipe for disaster because eventually that will lead you back into trying to throw too hard. so slow way way down and you will eventually be able to "feel" what youre supposed to do. Two thumbs up and 5 stars for the video.

[@mitch2624]

I’m from London, England, now living in San Luis Obispo, California, and I’ve just purchased a beginner set of discs to start playing. This is a great video. Thanks, guys!

[@MyOpinionMatterss]

I've been playing for about 6 years and was maxing out around 300 with my fairways and a short run-up. I've watched plenty of form videos and when I first watched this I didn't think much of it but thought why not go back to basics and try out your method. My second time trying your standstill method I threw my midrange 300ft. I'm blown away.

[@matthewfrechin1484]

Thanks for the awesome video. I’ve been disc golfing for 20+ years and have always thrown forehand. I’m just now starting to learn backhand. Very good video and easy instructions to follow along with. Thanks !

[@tobypoet5336]

This was the first Foundation video I ever watched… and I’m back again. 😂 So glad I found you guys! Love the content.

[@Clusterwrinkle]

Honestly I've been trying to work on my backhand and this video was a game changer! I watched it and knew I had to rebuild my form. I was around 270-280ft on average with my old backhand form and after watching this video and going to a stand still to start building my muscle memory im at 310 ft average. Thank You!

[@Jono.]

This was really impressive. Seems like this is almost one coherent take? No "ums" "uhs" or getting lost just clear instruction from start to finish and a ton of tips. Thanks!

[@FoundationDG]

One take wonder 🤯🤣

[@memphisyoung6682]

The video I've desperately needed, started back in May or June, been pretty much forehand only for me because my backhand form is hot garbo😂

[@abegarza8620]

As an ultimate player, forehand is definitely my go to. Couldn’t throw a decent backhand even if my life depended on. 😂

[@garrettskiles8107]

Same!!

[@judasblewit]

It takes along time to get a good bh.

[@Deathbysnusnu125]

I can throw further forehand but I would rather learn backhand so I only use backhand

[@abegarza8620]

@@Deathbysnusnu125 I can throw backhand further, but I have little to no control. My forehand I can’t throw as far, but I have way more control. This video helped a lot, go throw at a field for an hour and you’ll see a big difference.

[@sdseagles]

As a noob, that was probably one of the best, most detailed instructional videos I've seen so far. Thanks for the great tips!

[@edboigaming]

Just had my first +2 on a really good 18 hole after watching this today. Thank you guys!

[@bosta84]

Awesome video, guys! This video helps a lot. I really enjoy the amount of detail that you go into. The one thing I struggle with is knowing 'when' to release and where my eye should be looking during the throw. You explained about where your eyes should be a bit but in your throwing examples, your eyes are not looking at the target. *insert confused face here*

[@lostpillman10]

I have watch so many videos on how to throw for beginners videos from Ricky Drew Gibson nate sexton countless other pros but the way you go threw each step and explain how everything works together is so well done and easy to grasp thank you both so much you are such a great teacher some people just have away to get this information to click into people's minds keep up the great work guys and I really hope you can make more videos for beginners amateurs and up you just have this natural ability to teach others in away that makes sense you have seriously helped me improve my game and that means the world to me I love this sport so much and I'm excited to up my skill lvl thanks to you guys

[@damagi123]

This is the goat backhand tutorial guys. Changed my throw in the very first practice of your steps and ive been playing for like 8 years. Incredible

[@MiguelVillasenor365]

I just started playing disc golf about a month ago and this is exactly what I needed! I will officially be subscribed for life. Lol. keep up the great content!

[@DollarDogs]

Whatta dope sport. Great vid thanks

[@ShaneJackson34]

I've been trying to find a bunch of instructional videos. This is by far the best one to watch. Thank you guys

[@standbydom]

Definitely do not listen to this video if you're looking for instructional content. If you're looking to injure yourself quickly, then, maybe watch this video. These guys have no idea what they're talking about.

[@ShaneJackson34]

@@standbydom Interesting... Do you have any other suggestions? I'm just starting out and am trying to get some good tips to improve my game.

[@hypno_92]

When are we getting an updated version of these videos? You guys have improved so much and your charisma on video / video overall quality is bonkers good now 🙏

[@geraldmitchell6271]

Dudes, I've watched dozens of how-to videos but this was without a doubt the best one yet. You mentioned several key parts of the forehand hand that I had not heard before. Tanks a ton for the great video guys.

[@FoundationDG]

Really appreciate it!

[@McNuggiez]

Thanks for helping me with my form. Using a putter really helps get the smooth release

[@fernandosolis4629]

This video helped me so much and my throws are so much smoother. I kept “ looking” back rather then letting my shoulder reach my chin, game changer!

[@bobbyb9263]

This is by far one of the best, if not the best beginners instruction video, I’ve seen. Thank you for the great content.

[@andrewfournier87]

Struggling with my backhand for months. I watched this video the other day, and today, utilizing what you taught in this video, I went out and crushed my old course record at my home course. Thank you so much!

[@chrisderus8172]

This is a fantastic video. I'm new to Disc Golf and just like anyone excited and eager to learn how to throw far and straight, I tried to incorporate the X-step way before I had the fundamentals down with a stand-still. I was actually losing distance, because I wasn't transferring power to the disc. I have just recently decided to re-work my form and this video has pointed out where my inefficiencies were. Thank you.

[@JazzInATinCan]

Gonna watch this each morning for a week so I can transfer all the information to be readily available for practice. VERY thorough and yet simple explanation, good job.

[@chrisboldman5173]

Just picked up disc golf again after about a 35 year layoff. These discs today, and as a result the courses, are so much different than the old Frisbee golf we played, when I could just grab my trusty 143 g Frisbee and throw it pretty straight every time. This video is the best I have seen on backhand form, looking forward to practicing!

[@JBlackrose]

54 yr old beginner here. Thanks for the Stand still tip! 4:10

[@haydenblackwell1848]

Went out after watching this video today and I have never been so accurate with my drives. I am definitely going to keep practicing these points and continue to improve. Thanks guys for breaking this down, great instructional video!

[@lsxfbodygen3]

This video has single handily changed my game for the better. Ive only been playing for a few months but started to develop bad habits. Following this video and lots of field time Im a whole different player now. Thank you!!!!

[@andrewbarrett682]

I’ve watched so many videos trying to figure this out. Coming from ultimate, I just can’t understand the form despite watching many people throw and explain it. This video really broke things down into steps, and explained the form and how to achieve it. Extremely helpful compared to others which just tell you “reach back and rip it flat across your chest.” The analogies about reaching straight away, punching to the pocket to start the rotation, and elbowing through made me understand what I should be doing for the first time. Can’t wait to try it out, thank you for explaining each and every step!

[@dhart4545]

Wow, I never thought to punch through with my non-dominant hand to start turning my hips. Thanks for the video guys!

[@styks6480]

Hey big dogs, this is my favorite backhand tutorial. I show to to peeps I'm getting into the game all the time. I'd love to see an update to this one soon. Maybe see what new tricks or improvements on the disc golf or videography side of things you have to spice it up

[@Lankybrit52]

Thanks for this. It’s my go to video over and over when I get frustrated with my backhand. Truly the epitome of the best video on backhand form

[@dwmichaels]

a couple of things you showed but didn't mention. Don't extend your arm outside the frame of your body. It's bend the elbow in to the chest and extend out. It's not extend to the side. Keep the elbow at 90 degrees until extension. Also, follow through - like with punching, you don't punch to hit the object, you punch through the object. Similar here. You don't throw with the objective of finishing straight, you throw with the objective of finishing 90 degrees past your power pocket position. That way you are accelerating at the point the disc comes out and then slowing down afterwards vs accelerating into it and maybe slowing down as you get into the disc coming out. You also show Trevor in the reachback with his weight on his back leg, but he is balanced, not leaning over beyond center weight on that back leg. This helps keep his weight centered instead of flopping in an arc from back to front (coming over on the disc). This was a good video. Thanks for putting it together.

[@dwmichaels]

a couple of additional links which expound on some of what Hunter is talking about: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXWtg2aYftJlnMk & kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5nUc4eipc6ijaM

[@oldcrowcornhole]

Wow been playing for 20 years. Never seen anyone talk about staggering the feet or the pocket reach thing. Good stuff.

[@ahyessaestefaniagil6526]

Great video! - I am a beginner and this was so unbelievably helpful ☺️

[@lucifig_prime]

Late to the game on this, but best walkthrough I've seen (and I've been watching a lot).

[@theodorehumphreys907]

Good instruction video. I have watch several different ones and this is one of the best ones. I am a beginner and I have already seen in this video couple points I am doing wrong that was not touched on in other videos. Keep up great work. thanks!

[@NICKtheMAN2448]

Great video! I started back in late spring early summer and I think I’m pretty much okay at the sport but I never got the correct form down, this video helped explain some things I need to be focusing on. Thanks guys!

[@iamwhatichoosetobe3389]

Just started playing, only three times so far. I never really understood what I was doing wrong, until I watched this video. Thank you!

[@cubsfan2016W]

This is the best video I have seen by a long shot about throwing form. Thank you!

[@catones2868]

Beginner, this was helpful. Hurt my elbow throwing today. Will give this technique some practice.

[@johnburton3783]

Loving the basics series guys! Even as a player for ten years I'm picking up tips! The off hand reaching for my pocket is a great tip that I've never heard before, I can't wait to try it out! I hope you plan on a video for all major types of throws, my forehand can really use some work 😂

[@hannesforslund3099]

Such a good video! I've struggled a bit with my backhand and mostly with the timing. After this I think i got a better understand of what I'm doing wrong. Thanks a lot!

[@kevinh8205]

This video is great. I hadn't played since I was a teenager which was YEARS ago. I tried what I used to do, which was rip it as hard as I could, and I think I injured half of my body parts. I picked up a Roc3 and Mako3 Champion (side note, the plastics are light years better than they used to be) and started practicing following these tips. My distance and flight path is slowly getting better, sometimes I still shank it, but by essentially doing the slow motion version my ~150ft shots are almost always perfect now. Thanks for making this. My tip, don't be like me, wait for a day when it's not windy as hell to try it out.

[@sethofsouth]

thanks for the info. I just hurt my shoulder practicing today and this video gave me some good steps to work on once I can throw again.

[@leetewksbury8726]

Great guide. Saw this before my 3rd time throwing ever, and I was so much more consistent, able to get the discs flying the way they're supposed to, and actually felt like I worked out the right muscles

[@BrandonTuss]

So glad I came across this video. I'm fairly new to the game and I've been working on my form here and there but nothing to the extent that you guys laid out. I tried to skip some steps and emulate the guys I play with who X-step and have been a danger to every tree (and human person) on the course. Can't wait to get out on the grounds and give this a shot. Birdies are imminent... Appreciate you!

[@markadkins9290]

Excellent, keep it coming! New and old and want to get better. Don't like losing to my children! Thanks

[@ernieschablonowitz4586]

I agree. I'm 51 and I have 18 and 21 year old sons. We pretty much just started this year (I played a bit in my early 20's). I started out beating them but now I'm trying to keep up. I can only drive about 275' so I'm hoping these pointers will help gain a few more feet.

[@judahhaynes5149]

Really appreciate this video. I've played for a couple years, but I've really gotten into disc golf recently, so I'm trying to correct my form. This video is super helpful. I'd love to see more like this, especially for forehand throws.

[@aleistercornejo1726]

I’ve seen a lot of videos on backhand form and THAT was a great video! I learned a lot about snapping and form, going to try and implement this new knowledge today, thank you 👍

[@AWAjakeoliver9]

That off-hand to the pocket tip is great! Never heard that before. In Baseball your gloveside is so often overlooked too, so figuring out exactly what to do with it during disc golf so gonna chain everything together so much better. In baseball you want to almost think about throwing up into your glove, and if you dont do that, then you lose consistency, accuracy and power because you basically only use half of your body. And that must mean the same fir disc golf! Thanks guys. Best channel by far.

[@JarrettWBass]

Great video. I'll use the front pocket step because it engages the hips more.

[@BakingPrincess2010]

Thank you!! This video was perfect. Kept on pace. Not too much information that it was overwhelming(for a new player trying to learn) but also enough tips and information that it helps with the flow of the shot. I'm excited to go out and test my shot now!

[@ticompany7529]

What a great video. thanks for the good and slow tutorial. :)

[@prestondixon4508]

I made it through half of this video only halfway paying attention and it has improved my form SO much. I heard the snap for the first time trying to copy this! What an excellent video. Safe to say I've seen it all the way through several times now

[@andrewd980]

Fantastic video. Quality, consise, and easy to follow and implement. Doubled my putting distance and greatly increased accuracy. Thank you 🍻

[@RadDadRonny]

This was helpful, been playing nearly 3 years and this def helped me, and will help me explain to others as well!

[@havediscwilltravel6180]

I have watched a lot of beginners videos and that is the first time I’ve heard about the off hand starting the throw. I can’t wait to get out to field to try it out.

[@havediscwilltravel6180]

After focusing on this yesterday I really struggled with either late releasing or over rotating. Maybe both. Is this common? Should I continue trying to do this or am I doing something wrong?

[@chiefschicktx]

This is gold. I love the tips to help with timing. The reach for your pocket, and elbowing Trevor (sorry Trevor I don't really want to elbow you.😉) are really great triggers to help get yourself in line. Can't wait to try these out because I am really bad right now. I definitely agree that trying to learn the X step while you're trying to work on your positioning and timing is too much for a lot of people.

[@SadieHellfire]

This was super in depth and easy to understand! Thank you!! Many things clicked for me after watching this!

[@huggybearrapgod5920]

yo this is the best instruction vid ive ever seeeeen. making me feeeel things

[@colinmeehan3700]

best video on backhand basics ive seen. thanks man

[@hot_pony_unicorn]

Never heard of the left hand punch to the pocket!!!! Omg! I’ve wondered why their left hands were in that position when driving now I know got some driving to do today!!! Best video I’ve ever seen on driving and I’ve watched a lot

[@michaelharris7030]

thanks for this. I only throw RHFH and there's a hole on my home course with a big river on my right. I've lost too many drivers in that river, so it's time to develop a proper backhand!

[@TheMachine932]

Great Video. Thanks for this. It's a collective video of all the pieces I been trying to work on. Especially the punching the left hand, had to watch another video in slow motion to see it and start practicing it. Some videos mention it but none really teach it like you did in this one.

[@thomaschauvin5651]

Going to try out these tips later today, some of the tips have I never heard from any others! Would appreciate a video for forehand as well

[@markholmes1191]

This helped me so much. My distance and lines were ten times better. Went from 4s to 3s and even got my first birdie. Love the vids

[@damienpalladino8797]

Great info and thank you very much for explaining each segment of the throw. What would be nice is to demonstrate each segment with a throw. This would help break-up the monotony of the long explanation which was very thorough. Ty for what you do.

[@mbiehl2]

Very informative and I enjoyed the information you provided. Going to be giving this a try.

[@frest42895]

I would love to see a 9 hole video that is standstill only. This could help prove that you don't need the X-step. I find standstills super useful for limiting distance and more accurate upshots. Much love, FTF

[@imagineeringmark]

I didn't know I needed this, but best BEGINNER vid to date!

[@paul-michaelvincent7123]

That’s like 14 tips I’ve never heard that explain allot of my issues. Thanks

[@PhilGeissler]

One of the best videos I've seen on the backhand. Well done!

[@Mrrepabear]

Great tutorial video guys!! I’ve been applying the technique into my back hand throws and i can see a difference.. i still need a lot of practice and thus video will help me get better!! Thank you 🙏

[@livingsimplecrum6910]

I’m 70 ( in good shape) and just starting out. I’ve watched a fair number of videos for guidance but I struggle to get any distance. Any advice

[@urbaniv]

By far the best tutorial out there. thank you!!!

[@thecarter912]

I agree with everyone else. Was looking for this video. Great info. Thanks

[@3genac]

May be the best instructional video on the Internet.

[@Laimonel]

I watched this video just before going throwing and i beat my personal record for distance. Truly best tutorial video for driving from those i've watched

[@jwoellhof]

Do everything he says here. Great tips and explanation. I did so much wrong for so long. It was very frustrating trying to learn how to do this while yanking on 14 speed discs after a long run up and watching the disc peter out at 200 feet, usually not even close to the line I wanted.

[@joshuabloom8659]

Pretty awesome stuff guys, comprehensive and followable.

[@keanudeeter-combs4018]

I watched your OG videos on this last month.... come a long way.. thanks again!

[@B-Free619]

Dude thank you!!! I got lower back pain and it’s becuz I was not reaching for my right pocket, my throw feels smooth

[@mawage666]

I've been playing a long time but still haven't fully figured out the "snap" thing. My absolute max is about 325' but I know I can throw farther if I get my form right. I found this video very informative and can't wait to work on perfecting my form.

[@MD-jz7xx]

Best explanation of backhand on KZbin.

[@sillyz9578]

I throw mainly forehand and am trying to develop my backhand and that pocket technique is so good.

[@jacobrichter7466]

Really helpful video that’s helping me a lot! Still working on perfecting the hyzer lines.

[@jacobrichter7466]

Great video that I’m finding really helpful- thanks for making this!

[@lioneljm2]

Thanks for the video, never knew what to do with my left arm

[@isaacmassie7632]

Drew Gibson listen to that guys snap it’s insane I feel like a bomb is going off Everytime he releases the disc

[@micah_lee]

@H K Snap is the fingers hitting the palm AFTER the shot. It isn't wasted energy per se. It is just the result of a lot of power.

[@richardhouse8364]

All I know is that I saw him day 1 at Waco this year and even 150' down the fairway his disc made serious noise as it whipped by. Videos don't do justice to how much power some of the pros can produce.

[@DPerella516]

Anytimw i talk about the snap, i always bring up Gibson. So much power

[@zachkeene212]

@H K imagine saying someone who throws 650 on a dead straight line has wasted energy in there throw

[@reaganpenner7371]

Thanks for the details guys!

[@mitchannis2017]

Loving the UND sweatshirt, repping my school!

[@MarcelRichard]

This is a really awesome video! Thank you so much for putting it out there for us to learn! :)

[@crazyrugbydude]

Most helpful form video I've come across. Awesome stuff thank you

[@FoundationDG]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lukemiller5160]

This was very easy to understand, thank you!