all the rules. For games involving beginners, an experienced player or teacher can supervise. Spirit provides a way of resuming play to simulate what most likely have occurred had there been no breach of rules. If a foul is called, the players directly involved discuss what happened. If they agree then this guideline is followed, if they do not agree then the disc goes back to the thrower who last had the disc. It is trusted that no player will intentionally break the rules or foul each other. This honour is fundamental to the sport, and is similar to the honour that other sports are played with (e.g. golf). games, both teams typically gather in one combined circle and quickly reflect on their game and performance from a spirit viewpoint and congratulate each other. The Ultimate Frisbee community The sport has a very loyal following and most love the opportunity to help in promoting the sport and training beginners. The main divisions are: Open: Usually a club/country’s best team of which every player can compete in. Women Mixed Juniors: For players under the age of 20 (who do not turn 20 in that calendar year). Under 17s (youngest competitive international tournaments available) Masters: For players over the age of 35. Tournament structure: Usually games of Ultimate Frisbee are played in a tournament structure, where one tournament takes place over a weekend and a team would play about seven games. The length of games depends on the type of tournament but usually range from 20 to 90 minutes long. This is a big difference to many sports, and is made possible by the fact that teams are allowed unlimited substitutions between points. These tournaments allow a lot of game experience to be gained over just one weekend while keeping travel costs down. Tournaments available You can find a tournament calendar on . There is usually an outdoor and indoor All-Ireland school championship held every year. School can also take part in one or two club or intervarsity tournaments during the year created especially for beginners and developing players. If you would like to travel and see the world you can find details of all upcoming foreign tournaments at . Also there are many hat tournaments available if you do not have a full team, where you’ll find a unique and friendly atmosphere and a lot of fun. 3. Throwing The joy of throwing and seeing a disc fly is what keeps many players coming back to the sport, especially once beginners see the range of throws possible.
all the rules. For games involving beginners, an experienced player or teacher can supervise. Spirit provides a way of resuming play to simulate what most likely have occurred had there been no breach of rules. If a foul is called, the players directly involved discuss what happened. If they agree then this guideline is followed, if they do not agree then the disc goes back to the thrower who last had the disc. It is trusted that no player will intentionally break the rules or foul each other. This honour is fundamental to the sport, and is similar to the honour that other sports are played with (e.g. golf). games, both teams typically gather in one combined circle and quickly reflect on their game and performance from a spirit viewpoint and congratulate each other. The Ultimate Frisbee community The sport has a very loyal following and most love the opportunity to help in promoting the sport and training beginners. The main divisions are: Open: Usually a club/country’s best team of which every player can compete in. Women Mixed Juniors: For players under the age of 20 (who do not turn 20 in that calendar year). Under 17s (youngest competitive international tournaments available) Masters: For players over the age of 35. Tournament structure: Usually games of Ultimate Frisbee are played in a tournament structure, where one tournament takes place over a weekend and a team would play about seven games. The length of games depends on the type of tournament but usually range from 20 to 90 minutes long. This is a big difference to many sports, and is made possible by the fact that teams are allowed unlimited substitutions between points. These tournaments allow a lot of game experience to be gained over just one weekend while keeping travel costs down. Tournaments available You can find a tournament calendar on . There is usually an outdoor and indoor All-Ireland school championship held every year. School can also take part in one or two club or intervarsity tournaments during the year created especially for beginners and developing players. If you would like to travel and see the world you can find details of all upcoming foreign tournaments at . Also there are many hat tournaments available if you do not have a full team, where you’ll find a unique and friendly atmosphere and a lot of fun. 3. Throwing The joy of throwing and seeing a disc fly is what keeps many players coming back to the sport, especially once beginners see the range of throws possible.