What are the rules of paintball?

  • NO BLIND FIRING.
  • No discharging paintball markers outside the designated shooting areas.
  • No shooting at people not wearing protective equipment.
  • No carrying or moving the bunkers or field parts.
  • No knives or other weapons.
  • No wiping off paint hits while still on the field.
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How do you win in paintball?

5 tips to win your paintball game
  1. Communication and teamwork. Communicate with your teammates. ...
  2. Keep moving (and move smart) Always keep moving. ...
  3. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay aware of your surroundings. ...
  4. Use the element of surprise. Make use of the element of surprise. ...
  5. Remain positive and have fun! Paintball is fun!
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What do you yell in paintball?

To surrender a player, point your paintball gun at them and yell, “surrender”, or, “you're out”. Watch out, your opponent may spin and attempt to shoot you. If they turn and try to point their gun at you, don't be afraid to shoot them.
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Does a paintball to the balls hurt?

Most people state that paintball doesn't hurt too much; it usually feels like a firm flick. But this will depend on how fast the ball is going, the distance it travels and where on the body it hits you. Paintball injuries won't be too extensive, but you should expect a few minor bruises and bumps after playing.
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Can you play paintball shirtless?

A Hit on Bare Skin Definitely Hurts

If a paintball breaks on bare skin, you will most certainly feel it and it does hurt. It can be even worse if the paintball bounces off and doesn't break. However, this can be avoided if you wear the right clothes.
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How to play paintball – instructions for newbies



Is paintball capture the flag?

At Paintball USA we play an adult version of Capture the Flag. The object of the game is for you and your team to capture or take your opponents' flag from their station back to your own flag station to win the game.
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How long do you play paintball for?

Most paintball parties play for approximately 2 hours or so and go through an average of 300 rounds during their stay. How long does a paintball session last? Most groups stay approximately 2 hours.
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How do you lose paintball?

When a paintball hits a player and bursts, they are out and must leave the field of play. Players should raise their hand to avoid being shot multiple times, after being hit once. If a paintball bounces off without leaving color on the player, they are free to carry on.
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Can you dodge a paintball?

If your opponent is close to you and they have a good gun, it can be nearly impossible to dodge a paintball. However, if you are playing on one of AC Paintball's wooded fields and are spread out, you have a better chance to dodge a shot that is fired toward you.
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Where does paintball hurt the most?

A scale of the most painful places to get hit by a paintball
  • The Neck. Number 5 on our list is the neck. ...
  • The Inside of your Leg. Getting hit on the inner thigh is usually a result of kneeling down on one knee with the other foot still on the ground. ...
  • The Back of the Head. ...
  • The Groin. ...
  • The Hand.
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How do you stay alive in paintball?

To help new players, we've listed 6 paintball hints that you can help you survive your first paintball game and improve as a paintball player.
  1. Don't be afraid of the paint. ...
  2. Understand your paintball marker; win a thousand battles. ...
  3. Use your eyes, ears and mouth. ...
  4. Listen to the marshal. ...
  5. Understand your objective.
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Can a paintball break a finger?

Paintballs traveling faster than 300 fps will leave large bruises and can potentially break the skin or even fingers.
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Do headshots count in paintball?

Rule Three: Headshots don't count.

No one likes to go home with a headache, so it's simple: Don't shoot people in the head. The shot won't count and you will have wasted your paintballs, and that's something none of us want.
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What age can you paintball?

We ask that anyone under the age of 16 has a guardian on site at all times. Mini paintball is for 8-11 year olds and they will be provided with smaller lighter and less powerful guns. They will also be provided with extra protection, a full head mask, front and back chest protector and gloves.
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How long will 100 paintballs last?

I've seen people have 100 paintballs last for a few hours, and I've seen people go through 100 in less than 15 minutes.
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Do you have to be fit to play paintball?

Do you need to be fit to play paintball? You don't need to be incredibly fit to play, average fitness is sufficient. Of course, the fitter you are the better you may play, but it is not essential. It is likely if you play regularly, you'll get a lot fitter naturally.
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How many paintballs do I need for 2 hours?

Average Usage

The average paintball player uses approximately 200 paintballs per hour of play. You can adjust this number depending on your mood and level of competitiveness. If you need to get out some aggressions, you can estimate to add about 100 more.
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How will you defend your flag?

To defend your flag, you can tag any opponent on your territory and send them to "jail" until they are tagged by their teammate to be set free. The first team to capture the other's flag wins the round. If the game was quick you usually switch sides, re-hide the flags, and play again.
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How can I make capture the flag more fun?

Center-Flag-Push

The catch is that instead of trying to bring the flag back to your home base, you try to push the flag onto the other team's home base. Games with one flag at the center can be more interesting than having one flag on each side because it evens the playing field a bit more.
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How far can a paintball shoot?

The effective range of a paintball gun depends on the paint and what your opponents are wearing (softer clothing does stop paintballs from breaking), but is usually around 80-100 feet.
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Can you shoot marbles out of a paintball gun?

Marbles can be shot by paintball guns. The key is that you have enough air behind the marble to push it out the barrel. The marble must the perfect size so it just barely fits into the barrel. It won't deform like a paintball, so it must be the right size, .
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Does paintball hurt for 10 year olds?

You will feel impact, but it doesn't “hurt” – some say it feels like a minor rubber band snap. JT SplatMaster is active play for the entire family. Safe, Fun, Accurate. Get in the Game!
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