Speak with Your Hands: All the Hand Signals in Ultimate Frisbee
by Alain Scialoja on Dec 19, 2023
Knowing the hand signals in Ultimate Frisbee is not just practical—it's part of the game's spirit. Quick and clear communication fosters fair play and mutual respect on the field. This guide showcases the 25 crucial hand signals you'll need, explained through easy-to-follow images and headings, to keep you fluent in the silent language of Ultimate.
Indicate this when a rule has been breached but doesn't fall under the 'Foul' category like picks or double-teams. It's used when you or someone else notices a violation of the rules of play.
Utilize this signal to indicate that you are retracting your previous call. This may be used in various instances when a player decides a call was incorrect.
Used to signal whether a player, or the disc after a turnover, is in or out of bounds. This decision is based on the position of the disc or player's first point of ground contact.
Used to indicate a change of possession due to a dropped disc, out-of-bounds throw, or other turnover situation. This is part of the essential game flow.
