Ten Ways to Master the Art of Playing Paintball

Since the paintball game was discovered, many enthusiasts have found that this game is a stress reliever and some have even made a career out of it.  But funds are usually short for average players and this keeps them from taking their skill to the next level.  Mastering paintball can be accomplished in ten ways:

1. Playing paintball requires vigorous physical activities: running, jumping, crawling, etc.  Eating right, brisk walking, running and eliminating vices such as drinking, smoking, and drugs should be attained to get into shape.

2. Be well informed:  books, magazines, and online information are always available for players who want to play or master the game. More of the skills must be learned during the actual playing of the game; but tips and suggestions are important too.

3. Visual practice.  Assess the environment where the game will be played.  Paintball is a real world scenario for the player. It may sound silly but try developing your instincts in a supermarket.  Visualize the routes of escape, where the other shoppers are and what your next step will be.  

4. Prepare all of the equipment and accessories that are needed prior to the game.  Pack the batteries, towels, pads, etc. and save time looking for an item once the game has started.

5. Wear comfortable clothing that is appropriate for the paintball game.  Look for comfortable camouflaged items that are loose so that movements are easily made.  Do not wear clothes that make sounds when moving as this will lead the other shooters to you. 

6. Before the game, if there is  time use it to get the feel of the field.  By doing this a player can visualize the field itself, especially during daytime.  Look for hiding places and the places where you anticipate the opponents might go. 

7. Attitude plays an important role in playing the game.  Know your role in the paintball game so you can derive strategies not only for yourself but for the whole team. 

8. Be flexible by changing tactics in every game.  Opponents can see the pattern of a player and can be use it against him if he does the same thing every time.

9. Review past mistakes and try not to make them again.  The best tips that a player can get are from his last game.

10. Upgrade the gadgets:  some accessories have inexpensive ways to upgrade.  It not only increases your efficiency but also your confidence.

Mastering the game of paintball will take some time.  Be patient, practice and time is more important than expensive equipment.  Playing paintball is habit forming.