This post highlights some great disc options for getting children interested in disc golf. By choosing from the best discs for kids, you are setting your kids up for early and sustained success that will keep them engaged and interested in the amazing game of disc golf!
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So many of us have fallen in love with disc golf in our own lives and it’s only natural that we want the same for our kids.
After all, it’s an amazing sport with amazing people.
And when you think about the reasoning so many people give for why they got hooked, usually somewhere on the list is this:
They fell in love with the flight of the disc.
Sound familiar? I’ve heard it more times than I can count.
And if adults are saying this, then it stands to reason that kids will also be susceptible to the beautiful flights found in our game.
For this reason, it is well worth it to get discs that are designed specifically for children.
That way kids can find the same joy in flight that we also have found. First let’s look into other considerations then we’ll outline the best disc golf discs for kids.
Considerations When Selecting Discs for Kids
Here are some things to think about when choosing a disc for your kids.
Ease of Throwing: Watch that Disc Soar!
We’ve already talked about this. In my opinion, the best way to get your kid into disc golf is to have them find success early. And like most of us, they are going to want to see that thing fly.
The discs below will allow them to get big distance with ease!
Safety
Want to know a way for a kid to quickly lose interest in disc golf? It happens when they accidentally get hit with these big heavy/hard discs (even with short distances like putting).
Naturally, the discs on this list are lighter so they’ll already hurt far less.
But some of them are also made of some soft extra soft material.
Just another added layer to ensure less pain should the kid (or adult) accidentally get hit!
Other Uses: Does it Float or Serve Another Purpose?
For this list I wondered if there was another use for the disc once your child got older?
Luckily, the answer was yes!
And the answer lies in how they react when they land in water! Because these discs are lighter, many of them float in water.
I have created a list of best disc golf discs that float in water, and some of the discs below are on that list as well.
I think it’s always a good idea to have a floating disc for courses with water hazards and the disc your kid uses for big distance can later convert to their disc for water carries too!
A Great Disc to Get/Keep Your Child Interested in Disc Golf!
One day on vacation in Maine, I happened into this storage shed to see if there was anything I could use to entertain my 3-year old.
And did I strike gold!
I found a disc, that’s made for dogs, but it floats, is super soft, is light and easy to throw, and is also stable enough that I could throw comfortably throw it with power. I could even flick it forehand without it burning over!
ChuckIt! Paraflight Dog Toy!
Very Soft – I wasn’t nearly as worried about the disc hitting my kid.
Also: Durable, lightweight, affordable and fun!
Check it out on Amazon! (paid link)
Now let’s look at discs that are specifically made for disc golf!
Best Disc Golf Discs for Kids!
Okay, here they are! The best disc golf discs for kids!
Below, I’ll list the flight numbers, and weight ranges, but I’ll also list other factors such as whether it floats, softness, and other features that may be of interest. Let’s go!
Dino Discs!
About: These are the quintessential disc golf discs for kids. My own kids have them and they go farther and are much easier to throw for them. The fun dinosaur pictures are a bonus as well!
Flight Numbers: vary
Weight Range: Very Light (120 – 129 grams)
Do They Float? Yes Are they soft? No
Other Features: These discs are specifically made for kids. They have fun designs and a nice range of discs (putters thru distance drivers). Check out this page of Dino Discs!
Dino Discs!
The Contrail!
Flight Numbers: 6, 5, 0, 2
Weight Range: Very Light! (Max Weight 122 grams)
Does it Float? Yes! Is it soft? Yes!
Other Features: To me, this checks all the boxes. It’s light, soft, and it floats in water and can be used for adults! The plastic name is even called “Safety Line”! Check Out The Contrail!
The Contrail
The Cirrus!
Flight Numbers: 3, 3, 0, 2
Weight Range: Very Light (Under 120 grams)
Does it Float? Yes! Is it soft? Yes!
Other Features: Super light and soft Safety Line plastic that doesn’t hurt and floats in water! Check out The Cirrus!
The Cirrus!
The Glitch!
Flight Numbers: 1, 7, 0, 0
Weight Range: About 140 – 154 grams
Does it Float? No!
Is it soft? Not really, though Neutron Soft plastic is your best bet!
Other Features: This is the disc you tell yourself you are getting for your little one, but it’s actually for you. You might want more than 1! It’s as glidey as they come and great for kids learning to throw far and to putt. Also a great warm up disc for adults playing catch!
Glitch
Prodigy PA-5
Flight Numbers: 3, 4, -3, 0
Weight Range: 140 grams and up
Does it Float? No Is it soft? No
Other Features: This disc is featured Infinite’s page for the highest rated putters for all disc golfers. It just so happens, given its low speed and understability, to be great for kids as well. It’s a great disc for your kid to grow into, or just as a long range putter/turnover shot/hyzer-flip-to-straight disc for you!
PA – 5
Best Discs For Kids – In Summary
For most people to want to continue an activity, they usually have to find some measure of success with it.
This is probably more pronounced with kids.
For this reason, it’s well worth it to get a disc specifically made for children. And with a lot of these discs, if your kid doesn’t take to it, you can still use it for some other purpose as well.
Then, with their increased enjoyment, that just means great bonding time with you and your kids doing something you all love on the course!
Thanks for reading! If you have any other disc golf discs that are great for kids, let us all know in the comments. Also, please consider subscribing to my monthly newsletter. There’s no spam, it’s free, and you are automatically and permanently entered into a raffle to win $50 gift cards to Infinite Discs.
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