Do you or your fellow disc golfers play with mobility limitations? Perhaps you use a wheelchair or a cane to navigate the course. You can find more information about a course's accessibility in the directory.
Wheelchair accessible
Courses with this designation should comply with wheelchair accessible standards for at least most or all holes. (Please see additional notes within the Course listing for specifics on hole accessibility).
Courses marked with this symbol are indicating that they meet the following standards:
Tee pads are level with the ground - There’s no significant lip to get onto the tee pad.
Baskets are a standard height
Fairway terrain is smooth, and solid - The path is free of large tree roots, rocks, sand, gravel, and tall grass that extends from the tee to the target, and from hole to hole.
Elevation change is minimal - Very little elevation change throughout the course, and ramps are provided as an option instead of stairs.
Accessible parking - At least one spot is available close to the course.
Highly Suggested but not mandatory:
Accessible restrooms
Rest areas
Limited mobility/cane accessible
This symbol indicates a course may have some accessibility features, but it is not fully wheelchair accessible.
Elevation change is minimal - Very little elevation change throughout the course.
Clear fairways and paths - Paths are free of large roots and rocks.
Highly Suggested:
Rest areas - There is a bench or table to rest every few holes.
Not easily accessible for players with mobility limitations
This disc golf course is not recommended for individuals with limited mobility.
Why are these distinctions important?
It is important for players with limited mobility to be able to easily distinguish courses and holes that are available and accessible to them. Providing these categories for Course Ambassadors to mark and space to add additional details will make finding accessible courses easier.
I want to make my course more accessible, where do I begin?
Creating a course that is accessible doesn’t have to be difficult. It starts with a plan and succeeds with attention to detail! Things to think about when planning for an accessible course:
Is there a parking spot designated for wheelchair users?
Are tee pads flush with the ground?
Are pathways clear of roots, gravel, and debris?
Is the grass kept at or below an inch in height?
Are there benches and safe areas to rest every few holes?
What sort of elevation is there throughout the course?
Is there someone in your community with limited mobility that would be willing to collaborate?
Need more help? Check out the UDisc Landing Zone here for tips from fellow disc golfers or reach out to us via chat or at help@udisc.com.