Hold your position. Look to the right. No one’s there. To the left, you see an enemy hiding but he hasn’t seen you. You aim, lock on your target and shoot. Bang.
As paint splashes down his back and you claim victory. You jump up and down… cheering, holding your gun, confident that your team has won this round of paintball. Just then, you feel something hitting you.
You see paint streaking down your chest. Damn! You missed the last one and you’ve lost. Joy turns into sadness. Yet excitement doesn’t leave you. You’re thrilled with your first ever game of paintball.
Wait… don’t tell me you’ve never gone paintball. Fine, read this article to find out exactly what you need to know before you play your first round of paintball.
The Fundamentals
At Action Paintball, we know all about having a satisfying, quality game. In our prime location at Yarramundi, 10 different battlefields, 10 kinds of paintball guns and 20 years of experience and cutting edge equipment to help you make your first paintball game the most memorable. Oh and you must be over 12 years old to play this thrilling game.
What You Should Wear
Get your strong shoes out. Hiking boots, cross-country running shoes are the best. The terrain is uneven and changes a lot. You’ll also have to deal with a lot of stumps and rocks. So, get shoes with good traction. According to the boutique apparel store owner at Tierra Alma, pants and a long-sleeve shirt are probably not mandatory but highly recommended. Paula explains “Breathable apparel is a good choice in the summertime, since it can get a bit hot outside.” And we agree, you’ve got to be able to move freely so that you can shoot more of your enemies. And NO cleats. We don’t want you to fall and injure yourself on your first outing. Headbands and hats certainly help. Not only do they absorb sweat, but they also take some of the brunt of a paintball when you get shot in the head. We’re frequently asked whether or not participants should wear a cap. To be honest, people rarely only get shot down there. Hopefully, your first day will give you beginners luck. So, the decision is really yours (It’ll be the best $10 you ever spent if you get shot there though). If you want additional protection, chest protectors are certainly available to cover that area as well (women and everyone under 16 years get chest protectors FREE).