What is Disc Golf? Discover the fast-growing global sport now available at Eduland Ba Vi Resort – a course set amid the nature of Tan Vien Mountain.
If you've ever heard someone mention Disc Golf and wondered "what is this, golf but with a flying disc?" — you're close, but the reality is far more interesting than it first sounds. This is one of the fastest-growing outdoor sports in the world over the past decade, with more than 12,000 registered courses globally — and it has now officially arrived in Vietnam, right at Eduland Ba Vi Resort.
This article explains what Disc Golf actually is, why it's becoming a new recreational sports trend, and how the experience of playing Disc Golf amid the mountains and forest of Ba Vi differs from playing at an ordinary city park.
1. What Is Disc Golf?
Disc Golf is a sport that combines the principles of traditional golf with the flying disc (frisbee). Instead of using a club to hit a ball into a hole, players throw a disc into a fixed metal target (a basket) placed at each "hole" on the course.
Basic rules:
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Each hole has a throwing point (tee) and a target basket
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Players throw the disc from the tee, then continue throwing from wherever the disc lands until it reaches the basket
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Fewer throws mean a better score — exactly the same scoring principle as traditional golf (fewer strokes is better)
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A standard round is typically 9 or 18 holes
The biggest difference from traditional golf: Disc Golf requires no clubs, no balls and no special attire — just a specialised flying disc and a comfortable pair of trainers. The initial cost is close to nothing compared with traditional golf, and a round is noticeably faster to complete — usually taking just 1–2 hours for a 9-hole round.
2. Why Is Disc Golf Becoming a Global Recreational Sports Trend?
🌍 Almost Zero Barrier to Entry
Unlike traditional golf — which requires an expensive set of clubs, specific attire and high green fees — Disc Golf needs just a few basic discs (usually costing only a few hundred thousand VND) and a pair of trainers. This is exactly why the sport attracts both complete beginners and experienced players alike.
🌍 Gentle Movement With Genuine Challenge
A round of Disc Golf combines walking (typically 3–5km for an 18-hole round), physical movement when throwing, and strategic thinking as players calculate throw angles, wind conditions and terrain. This makes it a form of exercise suited to a wide range of ages — from teenagers to middle-aged adults — without demanding the physical intensity of contact sports.
🌍 An Experience Rooted in Nature
Unlike indoor sports, Disc Golf is almost always played outdoors, across terrain with slopes, trees and natural obstacles — meaning every Disc Golf course carries its own distinct character based on the landscape it's built within, and players consistently feel a genuine connection to their natural surroundings throughout the round.
🌍 Suited to Both Groups of Friends and Families
Disc Golf requires no advanced skill to begin — a complete beginner can land a disc in the basket on their very first attempt, though it may take more throws than an experienced player. This makes the sport an ideal choice for groups of friends or families spanning multiple age groups playing together.
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3. Disc Golf at Eduland Ba Vi — A Course Amid Tan Vien Mountain's Nature
⛳ A 9-Hole Disc Golf Course Amid a Pine-Covered Hillside
The Disc Golf course at Eduland Ba Vi is designed across a sloped, pine-covered hillside — offering open views, clean mountain air and naturally varied terrain. Rows of green pine trees combined with cool breezes off the Da River create a playing experience that is both genuinely challenging and remarkably relaxing.
This is one of the very few officially registered Disc Golf courses in northern Vietnam — a fresh destination for anyone wanting to try a sport growing rapidly worldwide, yet still relatively new in Vietnam.
⛳ Suited to Both Beginners and Experienced Players
The course layout at Eduland's Disc Golf takes advantage of the hillside's natural slopes, winding fairways and technical throwing angles — allowing beginners to ease in gradually while still offering enough challenge for experienced players looking to sharpen their skills.
⛳ More Than a Practice Ground — a Destination for Genuine Relaxation
Disc Golf at Eduland Ba Vi is not reserved only for those wanting serious practice or competition. It's also an ideal destination to unwind, reconnect with nature and enjoy a weekend with friends in an entirely new way — combining gentle physical activity with genuinely clean air just 60km from Hanoi.
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4. What Should You Bring for Your First Round of Disc Golf?
If this is your first attempt at the sport, don't worry about technique — Disc Golf is designed to let beginners jump in immediately without any formal training.
Basic equipment:
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Disc Golf discs (typically 3 types: a driver for long-distance throws, a midrange disc for medium distances, and a putter for accurate short throws near the basket)
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Trainers with good grip, suited to sloped terrain
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Comfortable, easy-to-move-in clothing
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Water — a round can take 1–2 hours, often under the sun
Tips for beginners:
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Start with a midrange disc rather than a driver — it's far easier to control direction
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Study the terrain before throwing to gauge the effect of wind and slope
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You don't need to throw hard — technique and angle matter more than power
5. Combining Disc Golf With Other Activities at Eduland Ba Vi
A trip to Eduland Ba Vi to try Disc Golf can easily be combined with several other activities within the same grounds:
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Outdoor swimming pool — unwind after an active round of Disc Golf
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Cycling around the resort — adding further varied outdoor movement
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Riverside afternoon tea — a rest between rounds
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Overnight stay in a bungalow or stilt house — turning a Disc Golf trip into a full weekend getaway
Conclusion
Disc Golf is a sport that perfectly combines gentle physical activity, strategic thinking and connection with nature — a recreational trend growing rapidly worldwide and now available in Vietnam. With a 9-hole Disc Golf course set amid a pine-covered hillside at Eduland Ba Vi Resort, this is a rare opportunity to try this new sport close to Hanoi, within a natural setting hard to find anywhere else.
Whether you're a beginner looking for something different for the weekend, or an experienced player searching for a course with genuinely challenging terrain — Eduland Ba Vi is a destination worth exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How is Disc Golf different from traditional golf? Disc Golf uses a flying disc instead of a club and ball — players throw the disc into a fixed metal basket rather than hitting a ball into a hole. The cost of entry is far lower, no special attire is required, and a round is noticeably quicker than traditional golf.
Can complete beginners play Disc Golf at Eduland Ba Vi? Absolutely. Disc Golf requires no advanced skill to start, and the course at Eduland is designed to suit both beginners and experienced players, with fairways offering a varied range of difficulty.
How long does a typical round of Disc Golf take? A 9-hole round typically takes around 1–2 hours, depending on the number of players and skill level — an ideal amount of time to combine with other activities during the same trip.
What should I bring to play Disc Golf at Eduland Ba Vi? Bring trainers with good grip, comfortable clothing and water. Discs can typically be provided on site — contact the team in advance to confirm.
How far is Eduland Ba Vi from Hanoi, and can I visit for a day trip to play Disc Golf? Eduland Ba Vi is approximately 60km from Hanoi, around 1 hour 15 to 1 hour 30 minutes by road — entirely suitable for a day trip to try Disc Golf alongside other activities.
📍 Eduland Ba Vi Resort
📞 Hotline: 0399.131.135
🌐 Website: https://edulandbavi.vn
✉️ Email: edulandbavi@gmail.com
🚩 Address: Da Chong Village, Ba Vi Commune, Hanoi