Disc Golf Takes Flight in Philippines with New Course and Community Outreach

In a remarkable achievement, a group of dedicated players in the Philippines has successfully installed the country's first permanent disc golf course. Located in Amadeo, Tagaytay City, Cavite Province, the 18-hole Road to Damascus Disc Golf Course was made possible with the help of a PDGA Marco Polo grant. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote the growth of disc golf and create connections between local communities.

Since its inauguration, the course has become a hub for various activities, including clinics, outreach programs, and competitions. The course design and installation have sparked a surge in interest in disc golf among locals and visitors alike. Players from different parts of the Philippines, including Tarlac City, Naga City, Davao City, Tagaytay City, Manila City, Pampanga City, and Cavite City, have flocked to the course for tournaments and casual play.

The PDGA Country Coordinator, Maria Luisa Bartolome, has been instrumental in promoting disc golf in the Philippines. Along with her team, Friends Disc Golf Teens, they have launched an outreach program called "grow and share the love for disc golf sport in the Philippines." This initiative aims to teach life skills to youths through disc golf, and it has already made a significant impact on the community.

The Road to Damascus Course has hosted several notable events, including the PDGA-sanctioned Philippine Open 2022 and the unsanctioned Road to Damascus Open 2022. The course is also set to host its first Battle of the Teens Tournament on October 8, 2022, where teenagers from different parts of the Philippines will compete for the title.

Another significant development is the establishment of the Disc Golf Association of the Philippines (DGAP), which has been recognized by the PDGA as an affiliated national association partner. This partnership will help further promote disc golf in the country and provide opportunities for local players to participate in international competitions.

The new course has also given back to the community through a free disc golf clinic project organized by the FIG TREE FOUNDATION, in partnership with the Local government of Brgy. MNANTOC WEST and Fig tree companies. The Uplay-PDGA grant-based partnership has further contributed to the growth of disc golf in the region.

Players from the Philippines have shared their experiences and testimonials about the impact of disc golf on their lives. One player, Sven, praises PDG Country Coordinator Maria Luisa Bartolome for her dedication and passion, saying that she is the "godmother of disc golf" in the Philippines.

The Marco Polo Program, which funded the project, provides funding for innovative international projects that promote the growth of disc golf and create links between the PDGA, countries, and local communities. The program's success in the Philippines serves as a model for other countries to follow, demonstrating the potential of disc golf to bring people together and build stronger communities.

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This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/taking-tagaytay