Better courses? ✅
More events? ✅
A community that has your back? ✅
A better, more vibrant Calgary disc golf scene? Absolutely.
If you’ve ever tossed a disc at Baker Park, navigated the trees at Forest Lawn, or braved the prairie wind at Thorncliffe, you already know that Calgary has some incredible disc golf courses. But did you know there’s a dedicated crew working behind the scenes to keep it all alive and thriving? Yep — that’s Disc Golf Calgary (DGC). And if you’re not already supporting them… well, you’re missing out. Here’s why being part of DGC isn’t just good for the local scene — it’s a total win for you.
1. Calgary Courses Don’t Maintain Themselves
That sweet new tee pad at David Richardson? The well-marked layout at Baker? That didn’t just show up overnight. Disc Golf Calgary works year-round with the city and volunteers to maintain, upgrade, and expand courses around the city. When you support DGC, you’re helping make every round you play smoother, safer, and just plain better. No more searching for baskets or tripping on prairie gopher holes (well, fewer of them, anyway).
2. More Events, More Fun, More Plastic
DGC hosts some of the most fun and competitive events in the province — weekly leagues, bag tag battles, ace races, glow rounds, and PDGA-sanctioned tournaments like the Calgary Classic. You get the chance to test your skills, win prizes, and meet awesome people from all over Alberta. And yes, being a supporter often means discounted entry fees, early sign-ups, and access to club-only events. Who knew supporting the local club would make it rain discs?
3. You’ll Get Better — Fast
One of the best things I ever did for my game was start showing up to DGC league nights. There’s something about playing with people who crush 400-foot drives and drop putts like it's nothing — it pushes you to level up. Plus, people in this club want you to get better. They’ll help you dial in your form, explain rules, recommend discs, and even give you a second run at that death putt on hole 14.
4. Instant Disc Golf Crew
Calgary’s got one of the most welcoming disc golf communities around. Whether you’re brand new or have been playing since the 90s with a stolen lid from a Tupperware container, DGC is full of friendly, fun, disc-obsessed folks. Want to find cardmates for a casual round? Trade some plastic? Plan a day trip out to Canmore or Cochrane? Supporting DGC plugs you straight into that community. And let’s be honest — it’s just more fun with friends who get why you’re still talking about your near-ace from last month.
5. Club Perks? Oh Yeah.
Members of Disc Golf Calgary get first dibs on limited edition discs, custom stamped club gear, and access to early registration for big events. Some local retailers and sponsors even offer discounts to club supporters. So if you’re a disc hoarder (like me) or just want to rock a shirt that says, “Yeah, I’m part of something,” this is your jam.
6. You Get a Say in Calgary’s Disc Golf Future
Supporting DGC means you get to help shape the future of the sport here. More courses? Better signage? Permanent baskets at your favourite seasonal layout? The club works with the City of Calgary and Alberta disc golf orgs to push for exactly that. And when you're a supporter, your voice matters.
7. The Feel-Good Factor
There’s something special about being part of a community that’s building something awesome. DGC isn’t just a club — it’s a grassroots movement that’s making disc golf better for everyone in Calgary. And when you show up to a course and see new players learning, families out for fun, and seasoned pros smashing drives — you’ll know you helped make that happen.
So go ahead. Join DGC. Show up to a league. Rock that club disc. Be part of the crew making Calgary a disc golf hotspot. You’ll get more out of the game — and you’ll have a blast doing it.
