Disc golf has been booming across Australia, and one of the most exciting places it’s starting to take root is in Aussie schools. With its mix of fun, fitness, and learning opportunities, disc golf is proving to be an ideal activity for students of all ages. Schools are always on the lookout for engaging, cost-effective sports that are inclusive, and disc golf ticks all those boxes. We love seeing disc golf in schools as our sport grows. Here are just some of the reasons to add it to the curriculum.
Disc Golf Works for Schools
Disc golf is a low-barrier to entry activity that requires minimal equipment—just a few discs and a basket—and can be played in almost any open space. Unlike many traditional sports, it doesn’t require expensive facilities or specialist gear, which makes it an affordable option for schools. Plus, because discs can be bought in bulk, a single school set can cater to dozens of students at once.
We’ve watched schools develop disc golf units and receive fantastic feedback from their students, sporty and non-sporty alike.
All Ages, All Abilities
Disc golf is uniquely inclusive. Younger students can enjoy the thrill of seeing their disc fly, while older students can start developing throwing techniques and strategy. Because it’s non-contact, it’s safe and welcoming for kids of all skill levels and abilities. Everyone can play at their own pace, making it one of the most adaptable school sports around.
Disc golf provides a novel activity for the students who already spend a lot of time playing more traditional sports, and helps involve students who don’t typically engage during PE and outdoor classes.
Promoting Health and Wellbeing
Disc golf encourages movement, coordination, and time outdoors. It’s a great way to get kids walking, running, and developing hand-eye coordination without the intensity or pressure of some other sports. And with mental wellbeing such a big focus in schools today, disc golf also brings the benefits of fresh air, focus, and stress relief.
A single round of disc golf can rack up thousands of steps and practice hand-eye coordination, all at your own pace and with friends.
From the Course to the Classroom
One of the hidden gems of disc golf is its natural connection to mathematics. Every throw counts as a stroke, which makes keeping score a simple yet engaging way for younger grades to practice addition. Teachers can expand into teaching physics when covering correct throwing technique, gyroscopic disc behaviour, and flight paths. It’s a fun way to take maths out of the classroom and apply it in real-world situations.
We’ve even seen the impact of high school disc golf units collaborating with workshop classes to build and maintain disc golf courses on the campus. Once completed, the school has been able to use the course for fundraising docs golf events.
Affordable and Scalable for Schools
When schools invest in disc golf equipment, they’re buying gear that lasts. Discs are highly durable, and portable baskets mean a course can be set up anywhere—from the school oval to a local park. School disc golf sets, like our Bulk Disc Golf Disc Bundle, make it easy for schools to get started at a fraction of the cost of other sporting setups and get started with their disc golf unit in no time at all. And all public courses are free! Short excursions to local disc golf courses are an incredibly cost-effective way to access ready-to-go courses near your school.
The Future of Disc Golf in Education
With disc golf’s rapid growth across Australia, more schools are realising it’s not just a game—it’s a tool for learning, inclusion, and wellbeing. Whether it’s providing an inclusive PE alternative, encouraging teamwork, an interactive physics class, or just giving students a fun reason to get outside, disc golf units are quickly becoming one of the most versatile additions to the school curriculum.
If you’re considering a disc golf unit for your class or school, check out our school disc golf set or get in touch and we’ll support you getting started.