A Purpose Driven Disc Golf Community
T-Time
Bogeys, birdies, and everything in between.
The Origin
Why this exists
During the height of the pandemic in 2020, I fell in love with disc golf. It has become more than a game for me - it's a lifeline for both my mental and physical health. Maybe it's that way for you too.
Over the years, I've noticed something walking the fairways with this community. From tee to tee, I hear the rumblings of life's struggles. Many of us are afraid to speak them too openly, as if naming them out loud might give them too much credence. Even in casual league rounds, we (and our cardmates) are in such a competitive state of mind that we simply have to tune out these thoughts.
From time to time, we're able to make a friend or two and open up our lives. Truthfully, I've played many rounds where I came in carrying much more than discs, but never felt comfortable being vulnerable during these highly competitive rounds, even with some of my best friends in disc golf. Most of the time, the game itself was the therapy: the competition, the out-of-breath hill climbs, the tree hits and fits of rage, the chance of hitting that impossible ace, the big putts made, the elation from throwing that perfect line, fist bumps, high-fives, and the camaraderie. For a brief moment, I did feel lighter, which is one of the best things about disc golf. But I often left the course with unexpressed, unaddressed, uneased burdens. Do you sometimes feel like that?
The visceral game of disc golf, being tucked away in nature, and the eclectic cross-section of souls offer a ripe environment for something more than just slinging plastic or winning a CTP prize. T-Time was born from a calling: to create a space where we can openly share what we're carrying, listen to each other intentionally, receive encouragement, and perhaps even reach out and help one another. A place where competition takes a backseat to community; where the focus is relationship and friendship.
I'm guided by principles that encourage us to "walk in the light" (1 John 1:5-10) and the power of confessing and praying for one another (James 5:16). My faith and desire for deeper relationships drives the "why" behind much of this. But this isn't a religious gathering. There's no preaching, no lessons, no program. Whether you believe in a higher power as I do, are a skeptic, or fall somewhere in between, you're welcome in this circle. This is also not professional therapy. If you need that, we'll listen without judgment and point you toward appropriate resources.
Bring your discs. Leave the baggage.
Who are you?
You might be wondering who I am. I grew up in the mountains of North Carolina and currently live in Asheville. I'm a husband, father, and son. I believe there's a Creator who desires intimate connection with each of us. I'm a disc golfer who's absolutely addicted to the game. "Who are you?" is probably one of the hardest questions one could ever try to answer. I look forward to meeting you and exploring this question together. In the meantime, watch this video...
What is T-Time?
The Pillars
T-Time is a structured space where we can be honest with each other while doing something we love. The "T" in T-Time stands for six things. Together, they form the shape of what we're trying to build.
The tee box gives every player a stable place to start. T-Time is that kind of ground: a safe, level place to share what's real.
There's something sacred about being outdoors and amongst the trees and wildlife. Nature offers us a glimpse into the divine and invites us to explore ourselves on a deeper level.
Life asks a lot from us, and we aren't made to carry our burdens alone. Our modern world isolates us behind screens and air-conditioned walls. Being physically together helps us to build friendships and opens opportunities for us to help each other in very practical ways.
Spill the tea. What's actually going on? Come steep and reflect on your victories and defeats. Silence has its place, but we aren't made to exist in a vacuum. We are social beings, and our words are powerful tools for connection. It's how we communicate our dreams, fears, needs, and wants.
There is a freedom in being honest with ourselves and others. The more truthful we are, the better we will understand our place in the world and our purpose. Come and be truthful.
Trust is vital to all relationships. Trust is built through vulnerability and intimacy. Trust is easily broken, and it often takes time to build. But it's the essential glue that binds us all together in whatever community we find ourselves in.
How a Round Works
The Process
Bring a maximum of three (3) discs. It's a casual round, not a competition. Make mental space for conversation, not calculating distances or working on your form. You also don't need any experience playing disc golf. If you don't have any discs, we have plenty to share.
Start with simple questions at the tee box, like "What's in the bag?" It's a common question asked by avid disc golfers, but this version requires deeper reflection. It asks you to go beyond the surface level. For some of us, this part may be harder than the game of disc golf.
This is your time to share and listen. Remember that in disc golf, we walk side by side, in parallel. We're equals, friends, colleagues, etc. There's no fear of judgment and no spotlights. We're all going the same direction. Like disc golf, there's a learning curve to communicating fears, sharing dreams, and being vulnerable.
On the final hole we intentionally pause for a moment to reflect/meditate/pray, and walk out lighter than we came in. Maybe we'll even walk out with a new friend or some encouragement to keep us going.
The Ground Rules
Expectations
Upcoming Gatherings
When we play
Join us at our upcoming rounds. All skill levels are welcome.