FAQ

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Question: Can I bring my own paintballs with me?
Answer: No. All paintballs, including those used to chronograph your gun must be purchased from onsite. Off field paint is not permitted and anyone using off field paint will be asked to leave. There are days that BYOP (bring your own paint) will be permited, please check the calendar of events for the BYOP days. The only restriction on BYOP days is that no red fill paint will be allowed.

Question: How much is a day going to cost me on average?
Answer: It all depends on how much you shoot and whether you are a gun owner or require rental equipment. New players will generally shoot much less than a more experienced player. Most renters will shoot between 300-500 paintballs per day.

Question: How old do I have to be to play paintball?
Answer: Minimum age is 10 years. Players between the ages of 10-18 must have a signed parental consent waiver that is downloadable from our website.

Question: I and/or my parents are nervous about me playing. How safe is paintball?
Answer: Paintball is one of the safest sporting activities that you can participate in. Hopperz Paintball enforces strict safety rules, and those who break those rules are given warnings or asked to leave. Paintball is one of the safest sports when the rules are followed. Would you believe that paintball has a lower injury rate than golf, tennis, and sitting around your house? Well, it's true.

Question: Does getting hit by a paintball hurt?
Answer: There is no simple answer to this question. Getting hit by a paintball feels like a firm pinch. There are times when you will not feel the hit and someone has to point out to you that you were hit. There are also times when you get hit in very tender spots and you'll feel those more than others. Depending on how baggy your cloths, and how much padding you wear, the sensation of a paintball hit will vary. Getting hit on your paint marker or mask  is the most painless way to be taken out of a game.

Question: Should I bring lunch with me?
Answer: It is permissible to bring food into the Hopperz Paintball site, however, we do not have fridge facilities so you may want to pack anything perishable into a cooler. There is water and pop available for purchase at the field.

Question: What should I wear and do paintballs stain clothing?
Answer: For outdoor play, the best advice is to dress for the conditions. If it's going to be cold, dress warmly. If it's going to be raining bring extra clothes. If it's going to be hot and humid, dress lightly. Bring extra clothes and dress in layers because it's easier to dress up than to scrounge for extra clothing. Consider bringing dark colored  clothing instead of light colored clothing because the paint will wash out easier. You may want to bring a baseball cap or a toque. This will reduce the amount of paint spray in your hair and will reduce the impact of the paintball on your head. Expect to do a lot of running, so you are encouraged to Wear comfortable shoes that are suited for movement and support. Avoid heels, platforms, rubber boots, or sandals as they do not provide adequate support and may lead to injuries. Keep in mind the conditions, don't wear your spanking' new runners. You may be running through water and mud, so wear footwear that you don't mind getting dirty.

Question: How fast does a paintball travel?
Answer: The field limit for all paint markers on the outdoor field is 280 feet per second (fps). This is roughly equivalent to 300 kilometers per hour (185mph). All non-rental paint guns must be checked before playing on the field and  rechecked at random intervals during the day.

Question: Why do I have to wear a mask?
Answer: Due to the speed of the paintball, everyone on the field must ware a certified safety mask. Safety masks are certified especially for paintball use. They are designed to withstand the force of a paintball and to protect the players' eyes.

Question: When does the season start and end?
Answer: The outdoor paintball season at Hopperz starts early in the Spring and ends late in the Fall, (weather dependant / permitting).  The best idea is to check our calendar page for opening and closing dates.

Question: Are there bathrooms?
Answer:  Yes, since we are an outside venue with no permanent buildings our washrooms are in the form of portable toilets.