With the sidearm, you have to do all the work yourself. Grip the disc firmly but let your wrist remain loose. During the backswing, on the farthest point back, let the weight of the disc pull your wrist back so it cocks all the way. Then at the point of release, use your wrist to spin the disc as much as you can.
What is sidearm disc golf?
Editors note: Sarah Hokom is a guest co-author for this post. The disc golf throwing technique that goes by the names ‘sidearm’, ‘forehand’, ‘flick’ and ‘two-finger’ is the primary (or only) driving method for some players, a useful tool for others, and an enigma for many.
How to use a disc golf disc?
Secure your grip with your thumb on the top of the disc, near where your pointer finger knuckle is on the underside. The other two fingers can simply rest on the edge of the disc or be tucked underneath- whichever feels more natural. The grip should be firm but wrist should be flexible in order to create the “whip” during your stroke.
How should the grip be on a disc golf racquet?
The grip should be firm but wrist should be flexible in order to create the “whip” during your stroke. The (left-handed) forehand grip from the side angle. Top view of the (left-handed) forehand grip. Note the position of the thumb on top and the fact that the grip is on the leading edge of the disc- NOT the side.
What is the best arm motion to throw a disc?
Arm Motion/Hips according to Sarah. Grab the disc with a sidearm grip and cock your wrist back as far as possible. Reach your arm back with the disc slightly wing-down and your forearm as flat as possible. Bring your arm through in a straight line with the disc flat in a whip-like fashion slightly leading with your elbow.
How do I improve my forehand disc golf?
If you see space between your hand and the disc, it's not back far enough. Tuck it into the webbing of your hand completely. This will help you have a firm grip on the disc and will provide you a lot of control and a clean release. This is the first thing you do when throwing forehand.
How do you throw a disc golf disc forehand?
1:3913:20How to Throw a Forehand in Disc Golf for Beginners - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo how would i teach someone to throw a forehand i'm glad you asked let's jump on. In. I thankfullyMoreSo how would i teach someone to throw a forehand i'm glad you asked let's jump on. In. I thankfully have had minimal injury in my disc golf career but the one thing that has caused the most injury for
What is the best disc to throw sidearm?
The Innova TeeBird golf disc is one of the most highly recommended options out there for sidearm throwers of all skill levels.
How do you throw a sidearm Frisbee?
0:001:07Ultimate frisbee basics: Sidearm - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipHaving two fingers. Inside the disc underneath. You want to grip it nice and tight push down withMoreHaving two fingers. Inside the disc underneath. You want to grip it nice and tight push down with your thumb. And then as. You go to throw you want to coil your wrist back to get as much spin.
Do heavier discs fly farther?
In general, lighter discs fly farther than heavier discs, but heavier discs may fly farther in a headwind due to their greater stability. A safe bet for the average player is to throw discs weighing around 160-165 grams for best distance.
Sidearm Grip According to Sarah
Place your palm up and make a “gun” with your middle finger, pointer finger and thumb. Tuck the disc into the space between the pointer and thumb (...
Footwork/Hips According to Sarah
For a right handed player, line up the left side of your body with your intended trajectory (you will be standing sideways on the tee with the righ...
Arm Motion/Hips According to Sarah
Grab the disc with a sidearm grip and cock your wrist back as far as possible. Reach your arm back with the disc slightly wing-down and your forear...
Sarah’S Miscellaneous Tips
1. The motion is difficult to break down into words but sometimes visualizing a similar motion that is familiar to you can help you find your sidea...
Jack’S Breakthrough Moments
After years of having a forehand shot that I used only in situations where there was absolutely no other option – due to my lack of confidence in i...
The Sidearm Throw
This throw, also cleverly known as the flick, or forearm throw is a max distance disc golf drive that every player must have. The game of disc golf is never wide open. Every so often you will find a tree or obstacle directly in the path of your target. When this happens, you have to change the angle or direction of your disc’s flight.
How to Throw a Sidearm Disc Golf Shot
Much like the other shots in these tutorials, there are numerous ways to throw a sidearm flick shot. The best example I can give in demonstrating a sidearm throw is skipping a stone across the water. I’m sure you remember a time as a kid or an adult when you tried to skip a stone across the water.
Sidearm Throw Tutorials
Follow these tutorials below for a general idea of the proper body mechanics which are necessary to execute the perfect disc golf sidearm throw. Both of the videos provided below feature the worlds highest rated disc golfers and coincidentally to of the best flick throwers in the business.
How do you throw the Flick?
There are more variations to this shot than you could ever imagine. Please feel free to leave a comment below on how you personally have seen great results using the sidearm throw. All comments are moderated so please refrain from foul language or negative remarks as they will not be posted.
What is the difference between a sidearm and a backhand?
When you throw a sidearm, you have to deliberately put spin on the disc. On the vast majority of throws, more spin is always better than less spin. This is completely different than the backhand where the disc leaves your hand automatically spinning enough. With the sidearm, you have to do all the work yourself.
How to spin a disc?
Grip the disc firmly but let your wrist remain loose. During the backswing, on the farthest point back, let the weight of the disc pull your wrist back so it cocks all the way. Then at the point of release, use your wrist to spin the disc as much as you can.
What is the most common sidearm mistake?
The most common sidearm mistake I see players make is turning 90 degrees and throwing sideways across their body. Since this is exactly what you are supposed to do on the backhand, it is natural to assume that the reverse would apply for the sidearm. This is not the case.
How high should sidearms be thrown?
With the exception of extreme hyzers, sidearms should be thrown at around 15-degree anhyzer when the body is upright and balanced above your hips. This is much more like throwing a traditional 3/4 sidearm in baseball than it is a standard Frisbee throw, which is often released below the belt line.
What happens if you leave your elbow on your sidearm?
If you leave your elbow close to your body on a sidearm, you look like a Tyrannosaurus Rex trying to play disc golf and you will never achieve your maximum power or accuracy. With proper technique, you can reach back and fully throw that plastic object in your hand.
Why do you lose power when throwing?
Not only do you lose power and accuracy, but you are also at a much higher risk of injury due to placing excessive strain on individual joints. Using your entire body to aid in the throw, creates more power and less stress on any one point on your body.
Who is Scott Stokely?
Scott Stokely is a former world No. 2 and the only player to hold the world distance record simultaneously for both backhand and forehand. His autobiography, Growing Up Disc Golf, is available at Amazon.com, and information about Stokely method clinics and seminars can be found on his website .
