Frequently Asked Questions
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- 1. What is paintball? - Show Answer
Paintball is a fun and safe activity from the age of 12* upwards! You are issued with full camouflage overalls, a padded snood and a paintball marker (gun). Paintballs are totally bio-degradable and safe for the enviroment.
Paintball is currently one of the fastest growing sports in Europe. Every month thousands of new players try out the most exciting pastime available. Most first time players attend a corporate event day, stag party, birthday party or just get together with a group of friends: Many are "bitten by the bug" and return on a regular basis. Some groups of friends arrange themselves into regular teams who play tournaments* Age 11 if the player is in year 7 at school
Powerplay Skirmish are an accredited member of the United Kingdom Paintball Sports Federation - the UK's governing body for paintball.
- 2. Does it hurt and is it dangerous? - Show Answer
If you are wearing sensible clothing - a jacket, thick jumper or overalls, then the answer is NO!! But if you are running about in the altogether, expect a short sharp shock. Safety is the key word. On arrival at our site you will be issued with a safety mask, specifically designed for paintball, coveralls to protect your clothes and other safety items. A comprehensive safety talk will be given at the start of the day before any player is allowed to get hold of their marker (OK then gun!) or start playing
- 3. How much does it cost? - Show Answer
A basic bronze package will include all safety equipment, coveralls, the hire of a marker and refreshments but NO paintballs. Silver and Gold packages include all the equipment plus various amounts of paintballs. Full day packages include HOT lunch.
Individual packages can be tailored to suit your requirements from £10 per person.
- 4. Are there any age restrictions? - Show Answer
You have to be over 12 years old to play paintball. We can accept players who are 11 years old but they MUST be in YEAR 7 at school. A parent or guardian must attend the safety talk at the start of the session so they are aware of the risks involved with playing paintball.
These restrictions are not flexible as they are a condition of our insurance policy!!
If you have players under 12 years old try outdoor laser tag www.operationlasertag.co.uk
- 5. What do I need to take with me? - Show Answer
In practical terms you will need a change of clothing in case you decide to crawl in the mud or if it rains, and sensible footwear. High heels are not conducive to charging around the woods. But the most important thing to bring with you is sense of humour and a willingness to get stuck in and possibly make a fool of yourself
Boots are advisable when playing in the woods
- 6. How long will a session last? - Show Answer
Packages can be arranged to last from 3 hours to a full day and during the summer months paintball can be played in the evening
Typically half days are 9.00-12.30 or 12.00-3.30 and full days 9.00-3.30. During a half day session you will play 6 games and between 8 and 12 games during a full day session.
- 7. How do I arrange a game of paintball? - Show Answer
The first thing to do is read through information on the web site. It is then down to phoning or emailing for help and advice and to find out what you get for your money. You will be asked to send a deposit and estimate the number of people you will be taking.
Then it's just a case of turning up on the specified day to experience the ultimate adrenalin rush......PAINTBALL
At Powerplay Skirmish we take cash, cheque and credit/debit cards but not IOU's !!!
- 8. Party Invites - Maps - etc... - Show Answer
You can download party invites, posters and maps by clicking the "Download link" on the web site menu
There is also a useful information sheet for parents and event organisers
You can download game consent forms so parents can complete the forms prior to arriving at the venue.
