About Us
First Throw was founded by Dillan Martinez and his family, who all share a love for the sport and the community that surrounds it.
What started as weekends at local courses has grown into a vision for building something bigger: organized, welcoming, high-energy disc golf experiences for players of all levels.
While Dillan is the face of our coaching and events this is truly a family-built, community-driven effort. His passion for the game, combined with our family’s commitment to community, is what makes our events feel different: relaxed, inclusive, and genuinely fun.
We believe:
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Disc golf should be approachable
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Improvement should feel exciting, not intimidating
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Competition and community can go hand-in-hand
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Everyone deserves a place on the course
What We Do
Putting Competitions & Leagues
Fun. Competitive. Social.
Our putting tournaments are designed to challenge your short game while keeping the vibe light and welcoming. Great for beginners and experienced players alike and always a good time.
Skills Workshops
Build confidence. Improve technique.
We break down:
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Driving form
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Approach shots
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Putting mechanics
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Course strategy
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Mental game basics
Hands-on coaching in a supportive, small-group setting.
Corporate Team Building
Looking for a unique, active team experience?
Disc golf is perfect for:
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Building connection
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Encouraging friendly competition
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Getting your team outdoors
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Creating shared wins
We handle the structure, instruction, and organization so your team just shows up ready to have fun.
Meet Dillan
Dillan Martinez is a San Diego–based disc golfer and proud member of the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA #145002).
A competitive amateur player with a current rating of 937, Dillan has been an active PDGA member since 2020 and has steadily built a strong tournament résumé throughout Southern California. With 25 career events and multiple podium finishes, he continues to compete at a high level in the Mixed Amateur 1 (MA1) division.
As a high-rated amateur in the San Diego region, he represents the competitive tier of local players that aligns with the standard and vision of First Throw Disc Golf.
Dillan brings real competitive experience to every lesson, workshop, and event. His approach blends tournament-level fundamentals with an encouraging, down-to-earth coaching style that makes players feel comfortable while still pushing them to improve.
More than anything, Dillan loves building the local disc golf community. Whether he’s competing, coaching, or hosting events alongside his family, his goal is always the same:
✔Help people improve.
✔Create great experiences.
✔Grow the game in San Diego.
Get Involved
We’re just getting started, and we’re excited to build this community from the ground up.
✔ Family-founded, community-driven
✔ Led by a PDGA-registered player
✔ Beginner-friendly environment
✔ Competitive options available
✔ Built on positive energy
✔ Events announced regularly
Follow along, sign up for an event, and come be part of something new in San Diego.