Paintball
Paintball is the sport or activity where individuals
use pneumatic devices known as Paintball Markers to propel gelatin shelled paint-filled
balls at one another. The paint fill is non-toxic, non-caustic, water-soluble
and biodegradable. It rinses out of clothing and off skin with mild soap and water.
Originally, Paintball markers were not intended for
use as sport and were actually used by forestry workers to mark trees and by cattle
farmers to mark their cattle. From historically been used as a tool, it soon occurred
to a few individuals to use the paintball markers to shoot the paintballs at each
other in a game of capture the flag.
This first game was devised to settle a long-standing
debate as to which type of person could prove themselves the most cunning and
capable in a competitive rural environment city slickers or the traditional country
wise person.
Subsequently, paintball has grown and has become recognised
as one of the worlds most exiting and challenging participation sports. It is
played by millions of people, from all walks of life and around the world.
Paintball is centred on the principle of having fun
while been exposed to a physical and competitive environment. A great part of
the time is spent on safeguarding individuals and the playing area, thus preventing
the risk of serious personal injury and or damage to the environment. You would
be hard pressed to find a sport/activity that focuses more time and energy on
safety.
Paintball is a character building sport and as well
as teaching players about teamwork it also helps young players to gain self confidence
and ultimately develop important life skills such as; strategic thinking, communication
skills and respect for others.
Success on the field and overall mastery of the game
is dependant on you as a person being able to make decisions quickly and logically.
All ages, sexes and physical conditions may compete equally, as there are no greater
skills than determination and focus to make your mark on the field... |