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Frisbee Disc Skills – Ultimate Frisbee and Frisbee Golf

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Overview
The simple pleasures of throwing and catching a Frisbee can be enjoyed throughout one’s life on beaches, parks, college campuses etc. Our program teaches these skills as well as the exciting sports of Ultimate and Disc Golf. The program is for upper elementary and middle school aged students (grades 3-7) and can be adapted for a range of class sizes and ability levels. A unique feature of this program is that we will provide resources to connect after school staff with local High School, College and Club level Ultimate players, who can enrich the program experience.

What is Ultimate?
Ultimate is a non-contact disc sport, which combines elements of soccer, basketball and American football. It is played seven on seven, on a field with two end zones. Players cannot run with the disc. Teams advance the disc down the field by passing it to one another, and score if one of their teammates catches it in the end zone. This may be achieved through one very long pass, or many shorter passes. If a pass is intercepted or hits the ground (ie. is dropped, knocked down, or simply errant), the result is a “turnover” - the other team immediately takes possession and starts to pass it in the other direction. Organized Ultimate is played around the US, as well in many other countries

Disc Golf
Disc Golf is similar to “ball golf” but played with a Frisbee and “targets” instead of holes.
In recent years, Disc Golf has become increasingly popular, with hundreds of new courses springing up around the country. Disc Golf is a fun way for kids to practice their throws, while also teaching them about etiquette and sportsmanship.

Sportsmanship and Character Development
One of the most unique aspects of Ultimate is that the principle of “Spirit of the Game™” is written into the official rules of the sport. Spirit of the Game is a code of sportsmanship and respect, which all players agree to uphold whenever they play Ultimate. Even at the highest levels of competitive Ultimate, there is no referee; players call their own fouls and officiate themselves in this spirit of fair competition and respect for the rules. Thus, Ultimate is a great character-building sport for kids, teaching them that their “spirit” and the way they conduct themselves is more important than winning. We suggest that teachers and playground coaches give special emphasis to this aspect when introducing the sport.

Our Disc Skills Curriculum has been endorsed by the Ultimate Players Association and also meets national Physical Education Standards. Our program is also supported by Wham-O corporation.

Implementation
The basic formula for introducing the program consists of:
• One day staff training (for after-school/playground staff)
• Ultimate Kits (containing 8 Wham-O Jr Frisbees, UPA teaching dvd and Rhythms of Life Disc Skills Curriculum)
• Occasional support visits from local Ultimate players (“Hot Shots”)
• After 8 weeks, a culminating tournament for schools participating in the program
This formula can be modified to meet the specific needs of your community.

We'd love for your community to join our new kids disc network, which currently includes over 60 programs in 6 states. Please contact us for pricing information.

Frisbee Disc Curriculum from Rhythms of Life