Disc Golf RULES For BEGINNERS!

[@JustDisc]

NOTE - There are a few things to clarify/correct regarding some of the rules: Rule #3 - Out of Bounds (O.B) & Hazard - You take up to 1-meter perpendicular from the O.B. Avoiding taking relief closer to the basket does not apply (unlike ball golf). Rule #5 - Moving obstacles -You can move loose debris (i.e. things that are not attached). Rule #6 - 10 meter/33-foot Rule -There is no re-putt on a stance violation or warning. You simply putt from where your disc lands and incur a +1-penalty stroke (changed in 2018) -After having released a putt, the player must demonstrate full control of balance behind the marker disc before advancing toward the target. The disc therefore DOES NOT have to have finished it's flight or be resting in the basket before you can step forward. -You need to ANY supporting point of contact behind your lie. It COULD be your foot, but it could also be something like your knee.

[@HektorbajsmanIII]

For rule #3 Does that mean if i go OB long, can I still take relief 1m towards the basket? If that is perpendicular to the OB-line?

[@arlodane2741]

instablaster...

[@JustDisc]

@@HektorbajsmanIII yes that is correct!

[@charlesronk2989]

I am confused on the out of bounds? In ball golf out of bounds is stroke plus distance. You must hit a provisional shot in case the ball is out of bounds. In disc golf this looks like you can keep your distance to the out of bounds line more like a hazard in ball golf. Do you still incur a 1 stroke penalty?

[@JustDisc]

It depends on the course. Some courses have designated drop zones, whereas others allow you to play from where you disc went out. No matter what, you always get a penalty stroke of +1. Hope this helps! 👍

[@lpjackson239]

This may sound nit-picky, but in the part discussing throwing out of bounds, you say you play from where the disc first crossed out of bounds. I think a more accurate way to frame it is that you play from the last spot where you were inbounds. For instance, a roller might go out of bounds off the tee, stand up inbounds, and then finish OB close to the basket. In that instance, you’d play from close to the basket (the last place it was inbounds) rather than the spot where it first crossed out of bounds. Hope that made sense!

[@JustDisc]

Actually that makes totally sense! Good clarification 👍👌❤️

[@stul0031]

@@JustDisc Also you can take as much relief in a direct line away from the basket as you want from any OB throw, the pros do this all the time, sometimes backing up 20 feet or more to have a clearer shot. Additionally, you can absolutely take your 3 meter relief closer to the basket, this happens frequently on greens that are surrounded by OB.

[@JustDisc]

Thanks for the added clarification! Especially taking as much relief as you want away from the basket. Really good to know 👌

[@jasonredepenning]

Play where u lay and stfu

[@AlexisG54]

I've personally never heard or seen anyone play a disc from where it crossed out of bounds. Typically what people do is take an extra stroke and rethrow, or go to a designated/marked drop zone. I feel as though throwing it OB and taking it from the OB line would be an advantage and could be used to manipulate the OB for the following shot. For example, an OB behind a basket. The OB line would be closer than where it landed, so taking it from the line would be a closer putt, therefor an advantage strategy.

[@Redn87]

Right On!!! I like how all of the clips you use of people throwing disc, shows them throwing how us beginners throw.

[@TheSuperdonovan]

He looks like the type of guy who would know all the rules for disc golf

[@dereck377]

Can you imagine playing with this dude? It would take like 3 hours to play 9 holes as he would constantly tell you what your not doing right lol

[@ImFictitious]

Well, when the video title is “rules you MUST know”, my guess is it’s a video targeting rookies that might not know some of the rules. I’d be happy to play with this guy, I’m sure I’d learn a lot!

[@MrGregsanderson22]

Man he would be fun to play a round with

[@JustDisc]

Thanks Donovan! 👍❤️

[@XtendoTyT]

Hahaha nailed it

[@brokenrecord3523]

The first time I played with a league, they let me know all of these because I was doing ALL of them wrong (they were very nice about it).

[@JustDisc]

Sounds like a nice league!

[@brokenrecord3523]

@@JustDisc yeah, even after about the 8th time I stepped forward in the circle.

[@mitchellward2536]

First time I played a tourney I thought that your out of bounds lie is from where your disc landed at the on line, not where it crossed. And they were like “dude what are you doing” I felt so dumb dude

[@JustDisc]

Meh, it happens to the best of us! At least you’ve learned from it 👍

[@mr.smartypants8807]

I played my first game this past week. Everybody was friendly and polite when I asked them questions on stuff I didn't know about 😊

[@JustDisc]

That's awesome! Welcome to Disc Golf :D

[@GsusZealot]

Rule #5 isn't a problem in Arizona. Definitely can't move a cactus and pretty much every other plant out here is covered in thorns. Trying to get your foot into a thorn bush though, that's a different story

[@Timmahh85]

This part do have me wondering about the details. We are not allowed to step closer to the basket, so what about this: You throw a disc past the basket and into a bush/hedge, full of thorns, nettles or whatever bad stuff. You can reach the disc, but you can’t stand inside the bush, and if you are to put a foot inside it for the right position, the rest of your body is closer to the basket, as you can’t reach it from the opposite side. What do you do in this situation?

[@mikedudczak4497]

Nitpicky clarification on legal stance ~ 2:45 in the video: You need to have a supporting point of contact behind your lie (and no supporting point in front of it). It COULD be your foot, but it could also be your knee, your tuckus, or a one-armed handstand if you're feeling acrobatic :D It's nitpicky, but worth pointing out for some lies with low-ceiling obstacles (eg tree branches) directly in front of them.

[@JustDisc]

You are absolutely right, no offence taken! I appreciate the clarification and will add it to the comment I pinned at the top 👍

[@jjr007]

One more thing, you can have a foot closer to the basket in one instance, you can have your front foot ahead, if you push backwards off that foot so it is in the air when you release the disc, and that foot sets down behind your marker.

[@spicytrashpanda]

Very informative especially considering the foot position for throws. I never knew you could move on subsequent throws so long as you're "in the box" upon release.

[@JustDisc]

Thanks spicy trash panda 👍

[@thedarkside6sic6]

Yeah these rules are pretty much like shooting pool or street ball, most people play slop and nobody cares about 2/3 of them unless you're in a tourney or money is involved. Like mandos, squishing grass (give me a break), accidently falling forward, 30 second rule. Throw your disc, play it as it lays and have fun - those are the only rules you need till you're on the tournament level.

[@jhauss1]

Just so new players know. Please do not try to enforce all these rules if you just started playing or are playing casually with friends. Unless you are playing a tournament or for money then just focus on actually throwing the disc and not taking an hour to pick out a disc and throw. I have seen guys with 20+ discs in their bags that can't actually throw further than 200 ft, but want to play the rules to a T. Don't be that guy.

[@JustDisc]

Great advice Jhauss! 👍

[@jakewilliams5335]

Exactly what I was looking for. Recently got into disc golf and a lot of the other videos about rules are too basic, not going into some important rules like these. 👍🏻

[@JustDisc]

Thanks Jake, glad you found our video useful! 😁👍

[@MrCrousinator]

Dwayne bereziuk memorial course in Paris, such a nice course, super fun to play!

[@markadkins9290]

Thanks for the info! I can't get enough of it! Keep it coming! Thanks again!

[@leoferretti2259]

Exactly what I was looking for, very informative!! Thank you!

[@JustDisc]

No problem Leo, glad you enjoyed it!

[@raphaturlam]

Your content is top notch man keep it up !

[@beng6805]

Merci, JustDisc! Super vidéo :)

[@Meta-Drew]

I feel like the 30-second rule should be a top one. I get screwed by people not following the 30-second rule all the time. I see them just standing there with their bag on their backs so I think I'm out, then I throw and get yelled at for throwing out of turn - I wouldn't have throw out of turn if you weren't taking 60 seconds from the time you get to your lie to even pick a disc - I thought you were standing there waiting on me, not lollygagging an illegal amount of time.

[@JustDisc]

Etiquette video coming soon! Lol then you can share it with your enemies and friends :p

[@seymourglass26]

These people sound like a nightmare. I like to get in quick rounds so I can maybe play a second. I mean, if I already made the drive, why not get the most out of the course?

[@garonsutherland7912]

we have the same bag, just felt like sharing 😁

[@JustDisc]

It’s a great bag!

[@ericwalker5204]

You said you can't change the environment around you, but you didn't talk about things that are dead and unattached?

[@JustDisc]

You are right! I forgot to mention that and will add it to the description and pin a comment above. Thanks!

[@frederikjn]

Excactly. I thought the rule were, that any loose obstacle, like a branch or small rock or whatever, lying behind your marker, is allowed to be removed. That's how I've been playing for sure :) but not being pro, I rarely care how people play tbh :)

[@JustDisc]

Yes you are right! It is a clarification that we already pinned to the top of this video. But thanks for the letting us know either way 👍

[@playdiscgolf1546]

Frederik Nielsen I always thought you could move loose branches in front of your lie too

[@JustDisc]

You can! It is a clarification that we already pinned to the top of this video. We apologize for the mistake!

[@chainraiderdiscgolf]

Thanks for this video! Got a few people I want to send it to.

[@JustDisc]

Thank you! By all means please share!

[@susanjervis277]

I didn’t realize a disc had to be touching in bounds. Thought touching any part of the line was in bounds. Thanks for that.

[@averyprice9422]

Yeah.. it's not like "breaking the plane" like football...

[@ConDdy1]

My Td explained this very well my first tournament. I didn't know until then.

[@averysmith1118]

It doesn't come up very often because that only really happens when there is a painted OB line. Most of the time there is a string, or fence, or flags, or a difference in the length of the grass, or water, or some other much thinner indicator of the OB line.

[@seymourglass26]

@@averyprice9422 Or tennis, where the line is in play.

[@zacharygrey500]

Depending on the TD, the line could count as in bounds. The rule says it is out of bounds if it is completely surrounded by ob. I see this on tournament coverage often. Most of the time if any part of the disc is touching the line (not necessarily over the line towards in bounds), it is ruled as in bounds.

[@echoli2859]

I d like to know which situation allows you to tee off from the side of the tee pad as I saw it on pro tours . Thanks.

[@JustDisc]

It’s just dependent on the tournament. Usually it’s allowed if the conditions of the teepad are potentially not preferable (ex: slippery, muddy, etc)

[@JBearwa]

A lot of questions about mandos. I still have some :-) To help clarify here is the official online rules as of my post. (Also to clarify if a PDF rule or a written rule is different from the online PGA, the online is stated to be the correct) www.pdga.com/rules/official-rules-disc-golf/80402 804.02 Prohibited Routes Last updated: Monday, December 31, 2018 - 12:42 A. Mandatory Lines 1. A mandatory line is a line on the playing surface marked by the Director to indicate when a disc has missed a mandatory. 2. If no line has been marked for a single mandatory, it is defined as a straight line extending indefinitely from the center of the mandatory object on the incorrect side, perpendicular to the line connecting the mandatory object to the previous mandatory object, or if there is no previous mandatory, the tee. 3. If no lines have been marked for a double mandatory, then there are two lines, one for each mandatory object. Each line is defined as described above for single mandatories. 4. A double mandatory may also be height-restricted, in which case there is a third line connecting the two mandatories, with the incorrect side being either above or below the line. B. A throw has missed a mandatory if, from the direction of the tee previous lie, it completely crosses a mandatory line and comes to rest without coming back across the line (a throw or sequence of throws that crosses the line in both directions is considered not to have crossed the line). C. A player who makes a throw that misses a mandatory receives one penalty throw. The lie for the next throw is the drop zone for that mandatory or, if no drop zone has been designated, the previous lie. D. The nearest mandatory whose mandatory line is crossed by the line between the lie and the target is considered to be the target for all rules related to marking the lie, stance, obstacles, and relief, with one exception: 806.01 Putting Area.

[@JustDisc]

Thanks for helping Joanathan!

[@brucemcnaughton521]

4:47 - "...as long as it's no closer to the basket..." Disagree. Relief is perpendicular to the OB line, and thus may be closer to the target - eg when OB is beyond the target, relief gets you closer if you go OB (or even if you are within relief distance of OB)

[@JustDisc]

You are correct! We addressed this in our pinned post. We wish we could go back and change it, or even add a text below, but KZbin doesn’t allow it. Thanks for noticing/clarifying either way 👍

[@jasontokio1591]

Direct line from the basket is where you mark. I see so many people mark a little off center so they can take advantage of being at better angles or obstacles. I may have missed some updates but I feel that's still there.

[@isaacjoyce2689]

Thank you for the video! I’m looking to get into Disc Golf. Your video was a huge help!

[@JustDisc]

Thanks Isaac! We’ve got some great content, especially for newcomers. If you have any questions, feel free to ask us anytime! Enjoy! 👍

[@nktaylo1]

What if you miss a Mando and there's no Drop Zone? Do you re-tee until you make the Mando?

[@JustDisc]

Yea you are correct!

[@lennybaby213]

But what are those lights behind you? I love them.

[@JustDisc]

Nanoleaf! Sorry for the late reply :)

[@jogger1987]

If you don't have a mini marker and you play from where the disc lands can you place another disc at that spot if the disc that is on the ground is the one you want to use ?

[@JustDisc]

Good question! Absolutely! Just take a disc to replace the one on the ground, put it in front of it like you would a mini marker, and voila! Lol

[@joshk8316]

So just started watching your channel and I found a discraft bag, 2 x thrasher drivers, midrange and driver for $5.99 at savers kinda like a thrift store place. Like brand new also was that a good deal?

[@JustDisc]

Yes that’s a very good deal! 👍

[@tonygabagool]

Can you take the meter relief if you don’t go o b. If my disk lands on the edge of a stream but is inbounds, can I take 3 feet from the waters edge so I don’t fall in when taking my shot?

[@JustDisc]

Good question! Unfortunately you would not be able to take relief just because it's difficult to get s tance :P

[@tonygabagool]

@@JustDisc follow up! I was watching a tournament and someone’s upshot landed in the water but was partially on land. Any part of the disc is on the shore and it’s playable, right? Wouldn’t you have to play behind the lie, so standing in the water then? He definitely was not standing in the water when he putted?

[@kyller69]

I heard that they changed the rules, and that you dont have a warning nowadays for the foot fault, in the past you had a warning first, but I think they changed it to a penalty even the first time? Can you confirm?

[@JustDisc]

Hey Matthieu, you are correct! Most leagues will be nice about it and might give you a 2nd chance, but on your first offence you would normally get a penalty stroke. I did pin a comment to this video which clarifies a few things like that. Hope this helps!

[@joshk8316]

So there’s a course here in Tucson AZ an there’s curbs that out line the course. My disc flew close landed half way on and when I went to retrieve it. On the other side was a rattlesnake snake laying against the curb just as long as the curb! Freaked out both of us 😳 snake coiled up so fast lol 😂🤘🏽🤦🏽‍♂️

[@JustDisc]

That would have startled us big time!

[@joshk8316]

Definitely so I played it 12 ft from there lol on the fly rule

[@williamstuckey2066]

Excellent video JD. Have one question concerning how you play a disc that is barely inbounds but your lie behind the disc would force you to play the shot with your feet OB. For instance, I threw to an island green and my disc was the same distance as the basket and was 1 inch in bounds to the left. Playing my next shot would mean that my support foot would be in the OB, which I understand is not allowed. Is there any option or relief from the rules so that I can play my legally in bounds disc towards the basket without violating the placing the support foot in the OB area rule? Bill

[@danielcrawford2002]

This is mostly filmed at the course in Paris, Ontario isn't it! beautiful course

[@JustDisc]

Yes it is! Our hometown course :)

[@danielcrawford2002]

@@JustDisc Thats awesome! Lucky! Im in Guelph so it's not too far of a drive, definitely worth it for such a nice 18 hole course.

[@JustDisc]

Yeah we are lucky! However, with disc golf increasing in popularity, more courses keep popping up! Have you tried Caledonia? It’s an awesome championship course

[@danielcrawford2002]

@@JustDisc I have not! will have to check it out. Planning on going to check out Christie Lake this weekend, weather permitting. The more courses to check out the better!

[@JustDisc]

For sure! We typically play at 4 courses due to proximity. Our favourites in order are Caledonia, Paris, Christie’s and Mohawk. Have fun and let me know what you think!

[@djblackcoat]

question on on the mando if you didn't make the mando can you still shoot where it lies. and try to make the mando or does it automatically go to the mando drop zone?

[@JustDisc]

Good question! Some courses make you go directly to the drop zone, while others allow you to play it from your previous lie (which is usually the teepad). You used to be allowed to try and play it back to the mando, but that is no longer the case. Hope this helps!

[@djblackcoat]

@@JustDisc It helps thanks for the info.

[@offthehookproductions4481]

2 questions from a beginner. If your course doesn’t have a drop zone, does that mean you are forced to throw from the previous spot? And if you choose to re-throw from the tee pad are you charged the extra penalty point on top of your first throw (ie: 2 points) or are you just taking 1 penalty point and throwing again for number 2?

[@JustDisc]

You are required to re-tee with an added penalty stroke of +1. Therefore you’d be throwing your 3rd shot from the tee box after having missed the mando. Hope this helps!

[@offthehookproductions4481]

@@JustDisc Yes it does. Thanks!

[@crazydogvlogz6105]

I first played 5 years ago when I was 8 and my dads friend gave me some of his old and some new ones but I need a bag what's a good one to get

[@JustDisc]

Side bag or a backpack?

[@timwcronin]

806.01.b "After having released a putt, the player must demonstrate full control of balance behind the marker disc before advancing toward the target. A player who fails to do so has committed a stance violation and receives one penalty throw." Nothing about the disc coming to rest in the basket. This is important for two reasons. First, a missed putt can incur a penalty. Second, balance can be established before the disc comes to rest - the wind blows it out of the chains while your approaching doesn't incur a penalty.

[@JustDisc]

Thanks for the input, you aren’t the first to mention that! I will add it to the pinned comment at the top to help with clarification. At the same time, the rule still lacks clarity... who’s to say what’s controlled balance or not? Also, how long should this control of balance be demonstrated? IMO, the PDGA needs to add clarity because my interpretation of full control of balance may be different than someone else’s.

[@TheButlerNZ]

@@JustDisc A little late reply (But the rules still apply I guess)... If you putt... loose balance and comit a stance violation... AND the disk goes OB, do you incur 2 penalties. (i.e +2 for stance AND OB). I guess this applies to any stance/OB "The penalty for a foot fault - and any other stance violation - is one extra throw added to a player's score for that hole and...that's it. The player throws their next shot from wherever their last throw landed." Is that "Last Throw" the last legal throw... or the Fowl throw.... If it was the last legal throw (i.e you throw again from the spot you made the fowl shot from) then no issue... If it was the fowl... then no issue if it landed IB... but if it landed OB... you can't take it from where it lies... and I guess another +1.

[@AB171_]

I’ve heard that you are allowed to move sticks out from under your spot if they’re dead/not attached to anything. Is this true?

[@JustDisc]

Yes that’s exactly right! It was something we forgot to mention. We did however pin a comment explaining the correction and a few others. Thanks for asking! 👍

[@rsweeney101]

How far back from where your disc lands can you throw it? Today my drive ended up in a ravine well below the hole. I would have had a better shot 10 feet directly back at the top of the ravine. Is it legal to take my second shot there?

[@JustDisc]

Good question Richard! If you are dropping after going OB, you can go as far back as you'd like. However, when throwing from your lie, your leading foot (right before the release) must land within the 8" by 12" box seen in this video. Hope this helps!

[@wildriverguitarlockdownlic110]

Can you mark with another full size disc if you don't have a mini?

[@JustDisc]

Yes you can! You also don’t even have to mark it if you don’t want to and can just throw from behind where your disc landed

[@wildriverguitarlockdownlic110]

Ah great thanks. I normally like to mark. "Take what the course gives you"

[@Cad1900]

Helpful thanks 🙏

[@JustDisc]

Anytime Cad! We love helping you guys out 👍

[@10emac27]

ok... question for you. Say you and I are playing in a tournament. I have putt inside the circle and have a falling put (fall forward while putting) I miss the putt! BUT you call me for a falling putt and give me a warning. By the rules you giving me a warning makes me have to re-throw that putt correct? So you could call me out of courtesy but now I legal get a second go at the putt correct? Asking for you opinion as we ran across this in my group in a tourney this fall( I was not putting or the one who called the falling putt) Thanks for your thoughts!

[@JustDisc]

Hi Emery, thanks for the question! Actually, there are a few corrections that I made in the description and I also pinned a comment. As of 2018, there is no re-putt on a stance violation or warning. You simply putt from where your disc lands and incur a +1-penalty stroke. I hope this helps! 👍

[@karensorrentino9498]

Rule 5 Moving Objects: my disc landed in a “web” of thorny growth. I was able to get my hand in to retrieve the disc, but no way to stand according to rules without hurting myself. Is there relief without penalty? In this specific case, I think the leeway explained in rule for standing behind the marker would have applied, but if not? Our group has agreed rules for casual play, just wondering official rule.

[@JustDisc]

From my experience, it would be an unplayable lie with a penalty of +1. So you would take up to 3 meter relief no closer to the basket. Because if you really think about it, if there was no penalty, then who’s to say what’s safe or not safe? A player could simply say “hey, this branch is hurting my leg, so it’s unplayable” and take advantage of the rule.

[@edgeorge5889]

On a hole w a mando to throw to the right of a tree do u incur a penalty stroke if u don’t reach the sign?

[@JustDisc]

It really depends on the course and what there rule is. If the ground before reaching the sign is O.B., then it would be considered O.B.

[@edgeorge5889]

@@JustDisc thanks for replying

[@edgeorge5889]

@@JustDisc It’s setup just like in ur vid. Have u ever seen where u would b penalized for not reaching the arrow on the tree?

[@JustDisc]

No problem, We try to reply to every message we get! And yes I have seen O.B’s like that. Never played one but have seen them on tournament coverages

[@CyeColbert14]

About the rules if you throw in poison ivy and it is in play can you move it a bit

[@theinvisibledrumset7460]

Great video. Couple of corrections of your rules for newer players to learn list. 1. When possible stay behind the player who's disc is furthest from the target. If you're at his or her's side you're still within their 180° view. If this can't be avoided stay as perfectly still as possible. 2. You're allowed to move any plant matter that is unconnected to the ground as long as it's in your stance or throw. Hope this further helps the new guys and guys! P.S. Even in a pickup game of basketball you hardly never experience someone double dribbling, traveling or fouling and using the defense of "This isn't the NBA bro, chill out!" It's always just a game whether you play casual or professional so at least play by the rules. Have a good round and get that ace.

[@JustDisc]

Thanks for the input and clarifications Drumset! We did pin some clarification to the top, but we appreciate your help either way :)

[@astraltempestvt]

The first couple rules makes sense, but when I'm playing on my own, some of the latter rules just don't feel as important, especially when not considering competitive in any way.

[@JustDisc]

We very much agree! Play the game how you want and enjoy the adventure 👍

[@Gu1tarZer0]

while I use a marker for tournaments or playing competitively, I usually just slide my disc up with my buddies hah

[@JustDisc]

Always easier! 🤪

[@unathleticallydiscgolf7435]

For displaying full control of balance a picture you showed has a guy that fell backwards and you listed that as ok. But falling backwards is failing to show a display of your control of balance.

[@JustDisc]

You make a perfectly valid point, and it’s crazy I never saw that!:p. IMO, there is definitely a need for a bit more clarity... The rule states showing balance, yet the PDGA released those images as well. From what I can see, it’s ok to fall back after a putt, but you can’t fall forward. And it makes sense because falling back would provide no advantage. Anyways, thanks for bringing that up! 👍

[@unathleticallydiscgolf7435]

I agree there needs to be more clirification

[@kevinrader-rhodenbaugh2563]

Michael O'Neill the rule is that you have to demonstrate balance before advancing forward of your lie. You could fall flat on your back after putting as long as it occurs behind your lie.

[@unathleticallydiscgolf7435]

Kevin Rader-Rhodenbaugh since it doesn’t specifically say that they should clarify

[@MrLostform]

picking up sticks and loose debris on the ground behind your disc is not allowed? pretty sure you dont have to stand on the branch or litter while you throw, unless its attached to\part of the ground or in front of the disc

[@JustDisc]

Yeah it was a clarification we forget to mention in the video. We pinned the clarification at the top. Thanks either way! 👍

[@MrLostform]

@@JustDisc cool, i was only pretty sure :p throw em good (also dont just move the litter, throw it away 👌)

[@stewartmccallum5270]

When you were talking about throwing order, I really wish you would have mentioned that not only is there a throwing order at the tee, but also (and this is something I see all the time with big groups and new players or kids playing) is to WAIT until everybody's thrown before walking forward ! It drives me nuts to see some kid throw, and then just start walking down the fairway and then the next guy behind him is yelling "fore!" and so on and you've got all these kids walking forward and people are trying to throw and people are getting hit and dodging discs. It's ridiculous

[@JustDisc]

Yeah it’s a common problem, especially with people who don’t play it often. My suggestion is you either A) Teach them the etiquette or B) Find a new group 😂

[@lapointe64]

It's those darn whippersnappers again!

[@jdubb-a-yoo7692]

​ @JustDisc - JD You know, maybe if it were at a Professional course I would say you are right. But at these public parks, uptight a-holes yelling every damn rule to some kids trying to learn and have fun just ends up turning them off of the sport altogether. Maybe the "Pros" should learn to be more patient and considerate, and maybe stop feeling like they need to throw at a kids head because they took an extra few seconds to throw when the so called expert felt they were not moving fast enough for them. This etiquette swings both ways, newbies AND supposed veterans. Grow the sport through fun and stop making everything so damn technical.

[@JustDisc]

Very good points J Dubb! It definitely goes both ways 👌

[@coacht6308]

Can a person move sticks on the ground so that the next throw is done safely?

[@JustDisc]

Yes they can! We added the clarification to the comment pinned at the top of this video

[@innocentxxlies]

Link for those lights in your background!

[@JustDisc]

They are made by Nanoleaf. I bought them a few years ago at Bestbuy. Hope this helps!

[@AlexisG54]

Stepping past your disc isn't always allowed. Foot faults can be called if inside certain circles. Typically, foot faults are called when putting from inside circle 1. You can not step past your disc until your disc is completely settled. Foot faults can also be called if you run up to your disc during your Throw and you throw from too far behind or to the side of your disc. Doing so gives a player different angles of attack on a line, giving them an unfair advantage. The foot closest to your disc must be within 1 foot behind your marker. And if you are stepping to the side of your disc, it must be from a stationary position, and not a run up shot. Running up from the side of your disc is a foot fault.

[@TheRealAbrahamLincoln]

7:14 is not correct. The disc being in the basket has no bearing on your movement. PDGA rules state "After having released a putt, the player must demonstrate full control of balance behind the marker disc before advancing toward the target. A player who fails to do so has committed a stance violation and receives one penalty throw." You can move forward once you have demonstrated control, NOT once the disc in the basket.

[@JustDisc]

Yes thank you! We’ve already noted and pinned it to the comment of this video

[@TheRealAbrahamLincoln]

@@JustDisc Ah, I didn't read the comment. Thanks for pointing it out :)

[@JustDisc]

Yeah sorry. I really wish we could go back and fix the issue, or at least be able to add in a comment within the video. Hopefully KZbin will have that feature in the future 🤞

[@mitchellward2536]

If you were to fall backwards in the circle is it still a foot fault?

[@JustDisc]

Wondering how that would happen? Care to clarify?

[@Amnachaidh]

Do I recall that instead of 1 meters, you may take 2 meters of relief from a "hazardous" OB line, like barbed wire?

[@JustDisc]

Hey Eric! I I don’t think there is any additional relief from a “hazardous OB line” like barbed wire. If it too dangerous, you would simply have to re-throw from your last throw

[@simongriggs393]

It’s not an official PDGA rule, but often a local course rule if such a OB line exists.

[@ronjones-6977]

@@JustDisc 80302-e You can also take free optional relief back along the line of play after OB.

[@JBearwa]

803.02 Relief from Obstacles Last updated: Sunday, December 31, 2017 - 18:16 A. A player may obtain relief from the following obstacles that are on or behind the lie: motor vehicles, harmful insects or animals, people, or any item or area as designated by the Director. To obtain relief, the player may mark a new lie that is on the line of play, farther from the target, at the nearest point that provides relief. B. If a large solid obstacle prevents the player from taking a legal stance behind the marker disc, or from marking a disc above or below the playing surface, the player may mark a new lie immediately behind that obstacle on the line of play. C. A player who takes relief other than as allowed above receives one penalty throw. D. A player may elect at any time to take optional relief by declaring their intention to the group. The lie may then be relocated by marking a new lie which is farther from the target, and is on the line of play. One penalty throw is added to the player's score. E. No penalty throw is added if optional relief is being taken following a penalty taken for a disc out-of-bounds or above two meters.

[@XLR8DaMUSTANG]

At 3:37 when you mention you can't reach out to throw your disc, could you further explain or direct me to the rule on the PDGA site? I remember learning this from your video, but my brother and his wife keep telling me it's allowed. So, you know... I wanna shove the proof in their faces! *maniacal laugh* Side note: I just started playing a few weeks ago and have been HOOKED! I'm having so much fun, and I've used many of your videos as guides. I'm lucky enough to live right down the street from one of the top-ranked courses in the country, so I'm taking advantage of the blessing. Thanks for spreading the knowledge, fun and enthusiasm!

[@JustDisc]

Well, it’s time to shove the rule in their face! 😝. Here is the rule - www.pdga.com/rules/official-rules-disc-golf/80207 And welcome to disc golf my friend! It’s the best sport in the world for so many reasons (cost, environmental friendly, time commitment, etc.). So happy you’ve found some of our videos helpful! We love doing them and hearing comments from people just like you. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask!

[@austinjacob99]

You can straddle out, but you can’t have any part of your body in front of your lie (disc or mini marker) while doing so.

[@ventarfield7115]

I have seen lots of people flip the disc over to where the mini would be. Is this not a thing? 😳

[@JustDisc]

Yeah it’s what most people do during a casual round but is not allowed during tournament play

[@ih8stuff3]

You forgot "match bowls and give greens to your partner"

[@JustDisc]

😝

[@Photologistic]

Minis are just kinda goofy. We used to (original rules) just flip the disc over in whatever direction, then stay behind the flipped disc.

[@JustDisc]

Yeah that’s usually what most people do (including myself). It’s a bit of a hassle to always be pulling it out of your pocket

[@Photologistic]

@@JustDisc I guess the issue is the disc usually scoots a few inches when flipped, but it hardly seems to matter. I was told at one point, it was allowable to flip left, right or forward, whatever gives you a nine inch advantage. (That’s what she said).

[@stewartmccallum5270]

Flipping your discover gives you a convenient place to set your beer and cigarette

[@kornelilles1225]

Kosarat hol lehet kapni?

[@sabberi]

Nice effort, but there's about a dozen small, yet relevant mistakes here - while also long-winded and apparently aiming for precision.

[@JustDisc]

Our pinned comment addressed those issues. Thanks for noting though 👍

[@robinmarks4771]

Not trying to be a pedantic ass, but the PDGA rules don't say anything about a "foot" in the 8x12" lie area. The rules say "supporting point," which means you can have any part of your body in that area and still throw legally. This is almost always a foot, but I can imagine weird instances and positions where some other body part could be useful. Cheers!

[@JustDisc]

Yes absolutely! For instance, you can have your knee down in the supporting area. 👍

[@EricLeeStepp]

6:35... wait this is against the rules? It's not breaking the branch

[@JustDisc]

Yeah it’s still against the rules! You can’t hold something back with your hand to putt

[@jaKobus914]

No joke, what does 30 feet actually look like because if it’s even close I putt and I am not a fantastic putter

[@JustDisc]

You get a pretty good feel for distance over time if you play the game frequently enough

[@davelopez9161]

For a beginner, the only rule that matters is...have fun!

[@JustDisc]

You got that right!

[@doriscataurocatauro3043]

If your disk go in and comes back out does it count.

[@fredgilbert2032]

late to the party but yes its good as long as where it stops in inbounds

[@Beardybean]

It's good to know the rules, so you know when your breaking them 😅

[@Curtis_E_Violation]

There could be 6 ETTIQUITE rules that I think new disc golfers should know. The first I saw a commenter hit on, staying behind the person furthest out. So often I have had people walking past me (usually after a terrible drive of mine LOL) and having to say hey "watch out" but then having to throw with them staring back at me. not good. The BIGGEST one I could think of is, that new golfers might not even think of, is letting people play through. if its you and 4 buddies throwing and you see a group smaller than you waiting on the tee box, please wave to them and let them play through. the less number in a group should be allowed to play through. Exceptions are for when you acknowledge a huge skill difference. (4 really good players playing best shot doubles will play faster than 3 new disc golfers, ets) Also, if you want to throw a second "practice shot" make sure the group is ok with it and most importantly!!! there arent people waiting on you. huge faux pas!

[@josephmcgowan4436]

You best believe rule Number 2 both feet behind the disk left arm in push up position and right arm throw from behind the brush😁

[@mesk412]

I would argue that you are allowed to move loose sticks lying on the ground, but not anything that's growing. That's def true in ball golf

[@JustDisc]

Yes you are correct, thank you! We pinned a comment to address this issue :)

[@mesk412]

@@JustDisc oh lol, whoops. I was hoping it was true, because I always do that. Thanks!

[@harleygrattan2851]

Thanks for that, very interesting cheers 🍻

[@ILoveAnimation2]

Ok, but who throws first on the next holes tee?😊

[@JustDisc]

Whoever had the best score from the hole you just played of course! Was that a serious question? Lol

[@ILoveAnimation2]

Yes, I needed to be sure The smiley was supposed to indicate that my question was meant in a friendly way. Just like this sentence😊

[@JustDisc]

Ok sorry! I just couldn’t tell with the smiley face. Thanks for your question! 🙂

[@ILoveAnimation2]

🙂

[@Taco-TannerVODS]

@@JustDisc you did bring it up then moved on like you would circle back but never did.

[@therealjwil5]

I can't stand the Line of sight etiquette. If you can't "zone" to throw, you shouldn't be playing. I do understand standing in the path of your throw or behind the basket.

[@JustDisc]

I hear ya! Personally, as long as people aren’t moving, it doesn’t bother me if they are in my line of sight

[@valdier6315]

It's also a safety ruling more than anything I think. If you are in front of a thrower you might catch a loose disc in ya noggin you know

[@JustDisc]

Oh and I’ve witnessed that before! One time, my cousin wound up and release directly 90 degrees into my friends face. It was not a pretty site! Lol

[@thedarkside6sic6]

Right? We stand off your line but if you can't throw with someone in your peripheral then you have other problems to work on.

[@wesleys4155]

The part about moving obsticals should have included dead trees libs ect...

[@JustDisc]

Agreed! It was included in our pinned comment but truly wish we could somehow add it to the video

[@Channelisunderconstruction]

I went out and played recently and got schooled because I was foot faulting like crazy.

[@JustDisc]

For putting?

[@jaypence332]

League play doesnt play normal Out of Bonds. If you want to play out of the tennis courts go ahead.

[@JustDisc]

It's our preferred way to play when not being competitive. Feels more like the old school days of disc golf. You want to throw it out of the water!? Go ahead! lol

[@timothymcdevitt4981]

These rules obviously need to be in play for tournaments and by organized events. But outside of that if you’re all up on these rules when throwing a round chill the heck out. There’s been plenty of rounds ruined because some “pro wannabe” is stomping around the whole course crying about rules. Break a branch, take a step to the side, never put bounds unless you can’t find the disc, fall over whenever on putting while your buddy sits on top of the basket, and to hell with mandos! Disclaimer- I’m totally biased against these rules because some douche of a player ruined my first tournament experience.

[@JustDisc]

I hear ya Timothy! When the game is taken too seriously, it can take away the fun. Kind of why my tournament days are over after playing ball golf competitively. Often when playing with friends, we let a lot these things go 👍

[@BloodVersus]

I'm super casual so for me I don't really consider something out of bounds unless its in water or something, nor do I use a mini marker. My friends and I also do the 'ready throw' thing when it comes up.

[@JustDisc]

Best way to play!

[@MrHardgabi]

Québec?

[@JustDisc]

Ontario! Mais oui je parle et enseigne le français :)

[@ryanford3748]

2.01 🤣🤣 spot the illegal move I got pulled up for at a tournament

[@JustDisc]

Yeah, I’ve actually seen some pros do it too. I think the rule/complaint for it is ridiculous! To me, it’s just being nit picky when we all know it doesn’t represent your putt.

[@ryanford3748]

@@JustDisc too true just so I know we are on the same page I'm pointing out the so called practice throw when you throw a disc back to your back...... didn't know it existed and made myself.look silly and I think its only over a certain distance away.

[@hirawl]

@@JustDisc Hasn't been illegal since the latest rule update in 2018. 809.03.A "A practice throw is any throw that is not made as a competitive attempt to change the lie, except for a throw that is made either to set aside an unused disc or to return a disc to a player and that travels less than five meters in the air. A drop is not a practice throw."

[@JustDisc]

Great info/clarification! 👌

[@RetroReaktor]

OB line rule when disc touches the line makes zero sense. It should be as in all other sports where line comes to play. Entire ball, disc, whatever, should cross the line to be over it.

[@JustDisc]

Yeah we hear you! Why not just follow rules made be other sports in the past? Well, as we all know, humans like to make things complicated lol

[@RetroReaktor]

@@JustDisc In every sport where scoring is involved there should be clearly defined by True/False scoring method. In my opinion gray zones should be eliminated. Disc golf is a young sport. I'm sure It will adapt.

[@wrmorris2]

only RULE i have is have fun...rest is gravy

[@JustDisc]

Yeah I would agree! Sometimes our group dismiss things like OB and just play the disc as it lies. In our opinion, its the way the game should be played!

[@thestew56]

1.Sprint to basket 2.Dunk 3.Celebrate

[@soylentgreen6082]

At our local course you know you are out of bounds because of the steep incline your disc rolls down before it goes into the creek.😂😢😂

[@averyelliott3120]

Disc craft on top

[@JesseJ588]

Some of the jump putts I see are pretty ridiculous. Hope they fix that

[@davosseaworthy584]

So why would it be 33 ft if rule says 10m.... 33 is 11m not 10

[@thedarkside6sic6]

Yards and meters are not the same. 10m is about 33'

[@bobhayett2376]

Amazing how many players are not courteous. I just play recreation but it bothers me. When I'm putting other people talk, move around, walk in front of me to get to their disc, etc.

[@JustDisc]

Agreed! It can be frustrating. It's important to speak up, and/or choose your playing mates wisely!

[@BMikeAD]

I usually just flip my disc to mark.

[@kajakmannen1666]

Good video! Step putts feels like cheating. I hope it will be forbidden in circle 2. Foot faults are basically impossible to call.

[@JustDisc]

Yeah they are definitely hard to call! I predict a rule change in the next few year. We shall see!

[@idunno3302]

Oh my...

[@Wizardboz]

I break all these rules. For me the more rules, the less fun. Nothing ruins a game faster for me and somebody calling out someone on some bullshit. If they want to cheat let them, unless it a pro Tournaments

[@JustDisc]

Play however you like, its all just for fun anyways! We don't usually play OB rules ourselves because it can take away from the enjoyment out of the game 👍

[@thecynic807]

Yep I hope they changed the jump put rule. You should have to stay behind your disc at all times. Even when driving. Like you cant fall off the pad on purpose. Kevin Jones slipping and getting an ace is fine.

[@uta07maybe]

I have and never will call a foot fault. Most of the time i'm playing drunk with friends and who gives a shit.

[@mehameha4453]

As far as the step-putting goes I think it is fine. But if you step into circle 1 on your follow through it should not count. I see some step about three feet into the circle and that really shortens a putt. It just feels kind of unsportsmanlike to try and stretch the rules to the limit like that. Just putt the putt and prove you don’t need to shorten it. It’s much more honorable and respected by the rest of the people on any card I have ever played on.

[@markellsimmons4137]

You are wrong about moving things. You are allowed to move objects that are not attached to the course itself or/and dead objects just as trees, branches, rocks, etc.

[@markellsimmons4137]

*such

[@JustDisc]

There are a few clarifications we pinned to this video to clarify this. Thanks for your input though!