10 Simple Guidelines for Ultimate

  1. Initiate Play: Each point begins with both teams lining up on the front of their respective end zone line. The defense throws/"pulls" the disc to the offense. A regulation game has seven players per team. In class the number may vary.
  2. Scoring: Each time the offense completes a pass in the defense's end zone, the offense scores a point. Play is initiated after each score.
  3. Movement of the Disc: The disc may be advanced in any direction by completing a pass to a teammate. Players may not run with the disc, only a pivot is allowed. If a catcher is running while catching, he/she has 3 steps to stop, after that, only a pivot is allowed. The thrower has ten seconds to throw the disc. The defender guarding the thrower – also called the "marker" counts out the stall count. The defender must be guarding the thrower from 3 feet at the time of the count. The defender may not start he count if he is not guarding the thrower. The defender/marker says, “Stall 1,2,3…”
  4. Change of Possession: When a pass is not completed - for example: out of bounds, drop, block, or interception, the defense immediately takes possession of the disc at the place that the possession turned over – defense becomes the offense.
  5. Substitutions: Players not in the game may replace players in the game after a score and during an injury timeout. This rule generally does not apply in PE.
  6. Non-contact: No physical contact is allowed between players. Picks and screens are also prohibited. A foul occurs when any of the above occurs.
  7. Fouls: When a player initiates contact on another player a foul occurs. When a foul disrupts possession, the play resumes as if the possession was retained. If the player committing the foul disagrees with the foul call, the play is redone. Double-teaming is also a foul.
  8. Self-Officiating: Players are responsible for their own foul and line calls. Players resolve their own disputes.
  9. Spirit of the Game: Ultimate stresses sportsmanship and fair play. Competitive play is encouraged, but never at the expense of respect between players, adherence to the rules, and the basic joy of play.
  10. The Field: A rectangular shape with end zones at each end. A regulation field is 70 yards by 40 yards, with end zones 25 yards deep. This is not the case in PE.

Disc Golf

What is Disc Golf?

Disc golf is played much like traditional golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, however, players use a flying disc, or Frisbee® The sport was formalized in the 1970's, and shares with "ball golf" the object of completing each hole in the fewest number of strokes (or, in the case of disc golf, fewest number of throws). A golf disc is thrown from a tee area to a target which is the "hole". the hole can be one of a number of disc golf targets; the most common is called a Pole Hole® an elevated metal basket. As a player progresses down the fairway, he or she must make each consecutive shot from the spot where the previous throw has landed. The trees, shrubs, and terrain changes located in and around the fairways provide challenging obstacles for the golfer. Finally, the "putt" lands in the basket and the hole is completed. Disc golf shares the same joys and frustrations of traditional golf, whether it's sinking a long putt or hitting a tree halfway down the fairway. There are few differences, though. Disc golf rarely requires a greens fee, you probably won't need to rent a cart, and you never get stuck with a bad "tee time." It is designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages, male and female, regardless of economic status.

Who Plays Disc Golf?

Disc golf can be played from school age to old age, making it the one of the greatest lifetime fitness sports available. Specially-abled and disabled participate, giving them the opportunity to take part in a mainstream activity. Because disc golf is so easy to learn, no one is excluded. Players merely match their pace to their capabilities, and proceed from there. The Professional Disc Golf Association, with over 16,000 members, is the governing body for the sport, and sanctions competitive events for men and women of every skill level from novice to professional. Permanent disc golf courses are found in countries worldwide, as well as throughout the USA.

Where do I play?

Many city parks have golf courses already set up. Most are free to play as often as you like. Disc golfers who do not have the benefit of a permanent disc golf facility in their area often "make up" courses in nearby parks and green spaces.

One of the great features disc golf shares with traditional golf is that they are both played in beautiful settings. A nine-hole disc golf course can be established on as little as five acres of land, and a championship-caliber 18-hole course on 30 to 40 acres. Disc golf courses can coexist with existing park facilities and activity areas. The ideal location combines wooded and open terrains, and a variety of topographical change.

The need for more courses is constant, as the sport continues to grow in popularity. The PDGA has created standards for the design and installation of new golf courses, to ensure their success in the community.

Why should I play?

The ongoing fitness boom finds more and more people taking up recreational activities in an effort to improve health and quality of life. Disc golf provides upper and lower body conditioning, aerobic exercise, and promotes a combination of physical and mental abilities that allow very little risk of physical injury. Concentration skills increase by mastering shots and negotiating obstacles. Players of limited fitness levels can start slowly and gradually increase their level of play as fitness improves. Scheduling is also flexible; a round takes one to two hours, and may be played alone, eliminating the difficulty of scheduling tee times. And as in traditional golf, disc golfers find themselves "hooked;" increasing the likelihood of frequent participation. Disc golf offers year-round fitness, even in rain or snow. Perhaps the greatest attribute of the sport is the expense - or rather, the lack of it. A professional quality disc costs less than $10, and it only takes one for basic play.

And, of course, there's the sheer fun of the game - no matter what your age or skill level!

Terms to know:

1. BogeyOver par

2. ParAverage

3. BirdieOne under par

4. EagleTwo under par

5. Hole in oneMade in the target in one throw

6. ForeProtect your head

7. Basket (pole hole)Target to aim at

8. AwayPlayer farthest from the hole

9. LieWhere the disc lands and stops

10. PuttAny short toss to the pin

11. MulliganFree throw that does not cost a stroke

How to play:

  1. Can be played in singles, pairs, or teams
  2. Throw the disc and hit an object
  3. Do not make distracting noises or motions when other players are about to throw
  4. During play, the tee off is determined by the thrower who had the lowest score on the previous hole. The lowest score throws first. If there is a tie, go back one, two, or three holes if necessary
  5. That player who is farthest from the hole during play will always throw first
  6. A player may not step past the lie of the previous throw when attempting her/his next throw
  7. No follow-through steps are allowed within 30 feet of the pin
  8. Any unplayable lie can be relocated with a one stroke penalty

Ultimate Frisbee Portion:Name______

True or False – 1 point each. Circle onePE Hour ______

T F 1. Players are responsible for their own foul and line calls. Players resolve their own disputes.

T F 2. When a player initiates contact on another player, a foul occurs.

T F 3. When a foul disrupts possession, the play resumes with a penalty shot at goal.

T F 4. Players may run with the disc as long as there is no advancement toward the offensive end zone.

T F 5. Each time the offense completes a pass in the defense’s end zone, the offense scores 6 points.

T F 6. A regulation game has seven players per team.

T F7. When a pass is not completed, the defense immediately takes possession of the disc and becomes the offense.

T F8. A pick is like a kickoff in football, the throw that begins the possession.

Disc Golf Portion:

Multiple Choice - circle the letter that answers the question best. 1 point each

  1. Disc golf etiquette would be represented well by the following:
  2. Talking while someone is putting
  3. Running through a hole while others are playing
  4. Inappropriate language
  5. Staying quiet and motionless while other players are about to throw
  1. What are three of the throw we practiced in class?
  2. Tomahawk, baseball, whip
  3. Sidearm(forehand), backhand, tomahawk (overhead)
  4. Backhand, Sidearm (forehand), snapback
  1. When you hear someone on another hole yell “fore!” you should:
  2. Say “Five”
  3. Say “Nice job Rock Star!”
  4. Protect your head
  5. Get a good view of the throw that is coming your way
  1. It is important to be able to curve the disc from right to left or left to right because:
  2. Many courses include holes that do not have straight shots
  3. Obstacles including trees and shrubs may be in the way
  4. Wind may force you to change your throwing style
  5. All of the above
  1. A tomahawk throw would most likely be used to:
  2. Throw underneath a hanging branch
  3. Throw over a cedar tree
  4. Curve around the pine tree
  5. Make a shot from close range
  1. Many of the great features of disc golf courses is/are ______.
  2. Beautiful settings
  3. Can coexist with existing park facilities
  4. Inexpensive
  5. All of the above

True or false –For each of the following statements, circle the best answer T = True F=False.

T F15. A score of two under par is called a bogey.

T F16. The target is called a pole hole or basket.

T F 17. One under par is referred to as a birdie.

T F18. Par is a numerical standard of scoring per hole.

T F 19. The player furthest from the hole should throw first.

T F20. Any unplayable lie can be relocated with a 3 stroke penalty.

Ultimate Frisbee Portion:Name______

True or False – 1 point each. Circle onePE Hour ______

T F 1. Players are responsible for their own foul and line calls. Players resolve their own disputes.

T F 2. When a player initiates contact on another player, a foul occurs.

T F 3. When a foul disrupts possession, the play resumes with a penalty shot at goal.

T F 4. Players may run with the disc as long as there is no advancement toward the offensive end zone.

T F 5. Each time the offense completes a pass in the defense’s end zone, the offense scores 6 points.

T F 6. A regulation game has seven players per team.

T F7. When a pass is not completed, the defense immediately takes possession of the disc and becomes the offense.

T F8. A pick is like a kickoff in football, the throw that begins the possession.

Disc Golf Portion:

Multiple Choice - circle the letter that answers the question best. 1 point each

  1. Disc golf etiquette would be represented well by the following:
  2. Talking while someone is putting
  3. Running through a hole while others are playing
  4. Inappropriate language
  5. Staying quiet and motionless while other players are about to throw
  1. What are three of the throw we practiced in class?
  2. Tomahawk, baseball, whip
  3. Sidearm(forehand), backhand, tomahawk (overhead)
  4. Backhand, Sidearm (forehand), snapback
  1. When you hear someone on another hole yell “fore!” you should:
  2. Say “Five”
  3. Say “Nice job Rock Star!”
  4. Protect your head
  5. Get a good view of the throw that is coming your way
  1. It is important to be able to curve the disc from right to left or left to right because:
  2. Many courses include holes that do not have straight shots
  3. Obstacles including trees and shrubs may be in the way
  4. Wind may force you to change your throwing style
  5. All of the above
  1. A tomahawk throw would most likely be used to:
  2. Throw underneath a hanging branch
  3. Throw over a cedar tree
  4. Curve around the pine tree
  5. Make a shot from close range
  1. Many of the great features of disc golf courses is/are ______.
  2. Beautiful settings
  3. Can coexist with existing park facilities
  4. Inexpensive
  5. All of the above

True or false –For each of the following statements, circle the best answer T = True F=False.

T F15.A score of two under par is called a bogey.

T F16.The target is called a pole hole or basket.

T F 17.One under par is referred to as a birdie.

T F18.Par is a numerical standard of scoring per hole.

T F 19.The player furthest from the hole should throw first.

T F20.Any unplayable lie can be relocated with a 3 stroke penalty.