How old are you to play Paintball?

How old a person must be to play paintball varies considerably on where they live. Some countries require players to be adults, usually at least 18 years old. Other countries may have no rules when it comes to paintball age restrictions. For most people, the determining age will be the age at which the insurance company allows players to be in the local field which, for most of the United States, is 10 or 12 years old.

If you want to know the required age, just ask your camp and they will be happy to explain their rules. Age restrictions vary from country to country and state to state, so contacting a local paintball center and talking to an owner is the best course of action. In addition to the legal age to play, there is also the problem of the right level of maturity to play.

While it completely depends on the individual child, it is generally recommended that children between the ages of 12 and 14 are the right age to start the sport of paintball. Most children at that age are able to understand and abide by the safety rules while still enjoying the game and not overreacting to get hit. In addition to this, parental discretion is generally required for liability reasons, so families should be prepared to sign documents for their children under the age of 18.

• It is important not to fear the pain of a paintball because it hurts less than most people expect. While it is possible that it will momentarily sting or even leave a small bruise, it is only part of the game. Typically, paintball players manage to overcome the fast feeling and even find the whole paintball aspect to be exciting. Also, hiding during your first few games is not a way to increase your skill level.
• Do not take off the mask. Your game can easily become dangerous and unpleasant if your face is not properly protected. Serious injuries can occur if this rule is not followed, and most places kick you out of the game if they don’t completely prohibit you from not following the rules.
• Fire your submachine gun when you notice an opponent and are sure you have a chance to tag them. Expect paintballs to approach, as the noise and direction of your paintball gun can let opponents know where you are.

When it comes to paintball, safety is important to everyone involved in the game. In addition to wearing your protective mask, it’s also important to never remove your goggles when you are on the pitch, even if you are no longer in the game. The goggles, mask, and other gear must be made specifically for paintballing or approved to ensure it protects you adequately.