How Registration Fees and Payouts Work on the Swedish Disc Golf Pro Tour
At the Swedish Disc Golf Pro Tour (SDGPT) and Swedish Disc Golf Amateur Tour (SDGAT), transparency is a core value. This page explains how registration fees are handled, how payouts are calculated, and how value is returned to players across all divisions.
Core Principles
A minimum of 75% payout per division is guaranteed in accordance with PDGA regulations. In practice, pro divisions average around 140% payout, while amateur divisions typically exceed 200%, placing the tour well above the required minimum.
Clear separation between event costs, tour costs, and player returns
All prize money calculations follow PDGA standards and tools
Registration Fees – How They Are Split
From each registration fee:
6% Swedish VAT is deducted
30% is allocated to event and tour operations, split as follows:
10% to the organizing club
10% to season-long tour standings
10% to SDGPT organizing crew
The remaining amount forms the basis for division payout calculations.
Pro Divisions
Added Pro Purse
Every SDGPT event includes an added pro purse, typically between 25,000–50,000 SEK.
The purse is distributed proportionally by division size
Calculations are handled automatically in PDGA Tournament Manager
Example:
If an added purse is 10,000 SEK and participation is:
MPO: 70 players → 7,000 SEK
MP40: 15 players → 1,500 SEK
FPO: 10 players → 1,000 SEK
FP40: 5 players → 500 SEK
Payout Percentages
MPO & MP40: Top 25%
FPO & FP40: Top 40%
Underserved divisions with fewer than four players will always pay out at least the top three, as we believe podium finishes should be rewarded.
All prize money is calculated using the PDGA Payout Calculator, ensuring consistent rounding and distribution.
Receiving Prize Money
The fastest method is invoicing:
Players may invoice via their own company or through services such as Frilans Finans or Cool Company
Invoices must include 0% VAT
Read more: https://www.pgasweden.com/prispengar-till-spelare/
For Swedish players, prize money can alternatively be paid via a non-profit club to avoid employer contributions. Income tax still applies and is declared in annual tax filings.
More information: https://www4.skatteverket.se/rattsligvagledning/edition/2025.8/1330.html
Amateur Divisions
Player Packs
From 2026 onward, the primary value for amateurs is delivered through player packs, calculated at retail value including VAT.
Additional items such as CTP prizes and trophies are included in division value
Our goal is to return 150–200% of the registration fee in total value
Prizes
Based on player feedback, SDGPT has adjusted its amateur structure:
Player pack value has been slightly reduced
Top 25% of each division now receive gift cards for HeatlandDiscgolf.com
Trophies are still awarded to top finishers.
Added Amenities and Media Coverage
SDGPT invests heavily in event experience:
Free coffee, drinks, snacks, and fruit
Professional course presentation with sponsor assets
Media coverage and social content via Gatekeeper Media
These costs are not included in player payout calculations and are covered by organizers and sponsors.
Questions?
For further questions, please contact Tour Manager
Michael Bui
Michael@heatland.se
