How to Throw a Frisbee for Beginners

Summary

In this tutorial, Ron McDonald, captain of the DC Breeze, teaches the fundamentals of throwing a frisbee, focusing on three essential throws in Ultimate Frisbee: the backhand, forehand, and hammer. He breaks down the mechanics and grip for each throw, emphasizing the importance of using shoulder, elbow, and wrist leverage to achieve a flat throw. The video offers practical tips for beginners while encouraging further exploration of advanced techniques. With clear instructions and insights, viewers will gain confidence in their frisbee throwing skills, whether for casual play or competition.

Takeaways

• 😀 The backhand throw is the most common throw in Ultimate Frisbee, requiring stepping across the body.
• 😀 The forehand throw is the second most important, involving a step to the side rather than across the body.
• 😀 A proper grip is crucial: use a firm handshake grip for backhand and pinch grip for forehand.
• 😀 Focus on three levers when throwing: shoulder, elbow, and wrist for a powerful throw.
• 😀 Keep the frisbee flat during the throw; a common mistake is throwing with a curve.
• 😀 The forehand grip should have two fingers on each side of the rim with no space in the grip.
• 😀 When throwing forehand, keep your palm up and focus on the elbow and wrist motion.
• 😀 The hammer throw is a less common throw, similar to the forehand but thrown overhead like a football.
• 😀 Practice with a flat frisbee trajectory before advancing to curved throws.
• 😀 For detailed tutorials on each throw, additional resources are available on the creator's other channel.

Q & A

What are the three basic throws in Ultimate Frisbee?

The three basic throws are the backhand, forehand, and hammer.

How do you perform a backhand throw?

For a backhand throw, step across your body, bring the frisbee back, and then throw using shoulder, elbow, and wrist levers.

What grip is used for the backhand throw?

The grip for the backhand is like a firm handshake, with your palm on the outside rim of the frisbee.

What is a common mistake made by new players when throwing?

A common mistake is throwing with a curve instead of keeping the frisbee flat.

How do you execute a forehand throw?

For a forehand throw, hold the frisbee with two fingers on each side of the rim and step out to the side to throw.

What is the importance of keeping a firm grip during throws?

A firm grip ensures better control and accuracy in your throws, preventing any unnecessary movement.

Can you explain the mechanics involved in a forehand throw?

In a forehand throw, the elbow and wrist are the main levers, with the elbow going back and forward while the wrist follows the same motion.

What is a hammer throw and when is it used?

The hammer throw is an overhead throw similar to a football pass, often used to show off or for warm-ups, though it's not commonly used in competition.

Why is it advised to keep the frisbee flat during a throw?

Keeping the frisbee flat improves accuracy and distance; a flat disc travels straighter than one thrown with a curve.

Where can viewers find more detailed tutorials on these throws?

Viewers can find more detailed tutorials on the forehand, backhand, and hammer throws on the creator's other channel linked in the video description.