A backhand throw is the most basic throw in disc golf and is used 90% of the time. Avoid facing the front of your body toward the target, as this will cause the golf disc to veer off on an angle.
Avoid placing any of your fingers along the side of the golf disc, as this can shorten the distance that the disc flies. Continue to experiment with the positioning of your fingers until you find a position that works well for you.
Aim to hold the disc at about waist height. Practice this position in the mirror so that you can easily see how your body is positioned.
Try to maintain this flat position throughout your throw.
The faster you bring your arm toward the target, the faster and further the golf disc will fly. Keep your eye on the target, rather than on your golf disc. This will help to improve the accuracy of your throw. Practice the throwing movement slowly to help you master each aspect of the throw. Increase the speed and power of your throw as you get more confident.
If you find that you are getting a little off balance, bend your front leg slightly.
This position tends to be uncomfortable for beginners but becomes easier over time. Keep practicing! Hold the disc firmly to give you good control of the throw. The top of the golf disc may bend a little from the pressure of your thumb, which is normal.
If your throws aren’t very accurate, check that your non-throwing shoulder is pointing toward the target. This helps to guide the throw in the right direction.
Keep your wrist in a horizontal position, as this helps the disc to fly straight. Try to maintain this horizontal position throughout the throw.
You may notice that your hips turn slightly as you flick your forearm. This is natural and helps to make the movement nice and smooth.
