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How to Play Paintball

Presented by Orestes Guada

Learn how to play various types of paintball games, including different types of paintball guns, gear and equipment used to play the sport, and strategy and safety tips in this free video series.

Series Summary

Paintball is a sport in which players use air or gas-powered guns which fire balls of paint to tag and eliminate other players from contention. There are numerous paintball games, like Capture the Flag, King of the Hill, and Elimination, and the most common forms of play include Woodsball and Speedball. There is a wide range of paintball gear and equipment available, but the helmet and goggles are most essential in safety and preventing serious injury. The popularity of paintball continues to grow in both pro leagues and amateur circles, and it is estimated that over 10 million people in the United States play the game annually.

In this series of free videos you'll learn the basics of playing paintball. Our professional paintball player demonstrates the various types of paintball guns, gear and equipment you'll need to get started. He walks you through the process of registering at your local paintball range and will explain how wavers work. He points out the differences in professional and recreational play, and shows you how a paintball field is organized. He offers tips on crawling through bunkers, perfecting your aim and using teamwork to eliminate the competition. After watching these free videos online you'll be ready to start playing paintball this weekend!

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How to Use a Paintball Gun

A paintball gun is nevertheless still a type of gun, and proper safety and etiquette should be employed to ensure that everyone stays safe and happy. Learn more in this free video series.

Playing on a Paintball Bunker

Learn tips for playing a paintball bunker and shooting from a bunker position while maintaining your accuracy in this free video series.

How to Aim a Paintball Gun

Learning how to aim a paintball gun can improve your aim, accuracy and ability to shoot in a variety of situations. Learn more in this free video series.

Understand & Appreciate Paintball Safety

Learn what types of equipment and gear you need to start playing paintball, including safety gear, proper clothing and shoes, paintball guns and paintball accessories, in this free video series.

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