Disc Golf Spreads Its Wings in Costa Rica

Last year, Eagles Wings Disc Golf pioneered a new frontier by taking disc golf to Zambia, but their latest adventure has taken them even further south to Costa Rica. A team of nine volunteers from the organization recently traveled to the nation's capital, San José, with the ambitious goal of installing a disc golf course and introducing the sport to local communities.

While Costa Rica already boasts at least two established courses, there was a surprising gap in the city of San José itself, where over half of the population resides. To fill this void, Eagles Wings Disc Golf joined forces with Push The Rock Costa Rica and Students International to create this groundbreaking project.

The team's efforts required meticulous planning and coordination, but after an exhausting week, their hard work paid off with a 9-hole course that was finally up and running. A staggering 600 people participated in clinics or disc golf events, making it an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

During the trip, the team visited three local schools and a prison to share their passion for disc golf with potential enthusiasts. To many, this new sport was uncharted territory, with some even expressing concerns that kids would struggle to adapt from traditional sports like soccer. However, in a heartwarming turn of events, every single location they visited welcomed the new sport with open arms.

One particularly poignant moment came when the team taught disc golf to two groups of young men aged 16-18 at a local prison. Given limited time for physical activity during their week, these young men were initially hesitant to try something new. But with some persuasion and enthusiasm from the Eagles Wings team, they soon found themselves throwing discs and competing against each other with genuine passion and excitement.

A quick conversation with Kyle Fast of Students International provided valuable insights into this extraordinary project. The course was built in Villa Olimpica Park, Los Desamparados, featuring nine baskets with two tee pads per hole and attractive signage for every tee. This beginner-friendly course offers just the right mix of challenges to cater to both novice and experienced players.

While there is already a clear vision for expanding the course, the team has expressed gratitude towards the local government and park management for their support. With Students International and Push The Rock Costa Rica committed to ongoing maintenance, the disc golf community can now look forward to seeing this vibrant sport grow in popularity.

As always, Eagles Wings Disc Golf extends its heartfelt thanks to organizations that helped make this trip a reality. A special shout-out goes to the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) for providing financial support through the Marco Polo Program and to Innova Champion Discs and Dynamic Discs for their generous donations of discs and equipment.

For more updates on this inspiring project, be sure to follow Eagles Wings Disc Golf on Facebook or visit their website at www.eagleswingsdiscgolf.org.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/eagles-wings-disc-golf-returns-costa-rica