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A paintball is primarily made of a gelatin shell that contains a mixture of water-soluble dye & polyethylene glycol (PEG), essentially a non-toxic, biodegradable "paint" that is designed to break upon impact & mark the target when the shell ruptures; the gelatin shell functions similar to a capsule, holding the paint inside until it breaks apart. • OUTER SHELL: Made from gelatin, which is a food-grade material similar to what is used in gummy bears. • INNER FILL: A mixture of water-soluble dye, polyethylene glycol (PEG), & other additives that make the paint easily washable. IMPORTANT POINTS INCLUDE: • NON-TOXIC: Most paintball paint is considered non-toxic & bio-degradable. • WATER-SOLUABLE: The paint readily dissolves in water, making it easier to clean. • VISIBLE COLOR: The dye in the paint is designed to be highly visible on clothing & surfaces.

The MOST COMMON paintball calibers are .50 caliber & .68 caliber: • .68 CAL: The standard caliber for most paintball sites, .68 caliber paintballs are the size of a marble & are used for a full-impact experience. They are recommended for players who like a high adrenaline rush. • .50 CAL: A lower-impact alternative to .68 caliber paintballs, .50 caliber paintballs are half the size of .68 caliber paintballs. They are recommended for beginners, younger players, or those looking for a less painful experience. .50 caliber markers are also lighter weight than .68 caliber markers.

In paintball, ".68" refers to the standard, larger caliber paintball, delivering a more forceful impact, while ".50" is a smaller, "low-impact" caliber, considered better for beginners or younger players; Gellyballs are a completely different, even lower impact option, made of water-absorbing gel beads that essentially bounce off on impact instead of breaking like paintballs, making them the least painful choice. • Paintball uses air powered markers that use a higher velocity & a bigger paintball. •Gellyball uses a smaller, electric marker that uses water-hydrated balls. KEY DIFFERENCES: • Impact: .68 caliber paintballs have the highest impact, followed by .50 caliber, with Gellyballs having the lowest impact due to their design. • Suitable for: .68 caliber is usually for experienced players, .50 caliber is better for beginners or kids, & Gellyballs are suitable for all ages due to their low impact. • Mechanism: Both .68 & .50 caliber paintballs burst on impact, leaving a visible mark, while Gellyballs mostly just bounce off and disintegrate • Ages Ranges: .68 Cal Paintball for Ages 10+ .50 Cal Paintball for Ages 8+ Gellyball for ages 5+

Paintball is one of the safest sports & statistically has the least number of injuries of all sports – which include baseball, bowling, fishing & many other sports. As with any other sport/activity, there is always the potential for injury. As long as standard safety rules are followed & the proper use of industry developed & approved safety equipment is utilized, paintball is one of the safest, participatory sports in the world.

The sting of the paintball hit is what makes this game unique. Although, getting "marked" by a paintball might sting a little, the sensation is similar to getting popped with a towel (or a rubberband) & will usually go away in a couple seconds. Low-Impact rental equipment is very similar to regular rental equipment, except that Low-Impact markers shoot smaller paintballs. These smaller paintballs travel at the same velocity & distance as regular paintballs, but because they weigh significantly less, the impact energy is much lower, resulting in less "ouch." Low-Impact is ideal for new players of any age.

We cater to players of all skill levels; from complete beginners to tournament level players. Everyone plays paintball. Unlike traditional sports, genetic size or weight does not give you an advatage. The game is neutral to all players who want to enjoy the game. We only allow same level players on the field together, which means that beginner players will only play with other beginner players and more advanced players will only play with more advanced players. So..... rest assured that you & your group will only play with players of similar skill!

• Waivers must be completed before you play. Online waivers should be completed before you arrive at the field. • The minimum age to play paintball at our field is 10 years old, unless noted otherwise. However, spectators of all ages are welcome. • Group leaders register all party members & pay for the group at the same time. Completed waivers are also verified at this time • Players must check-out when finished playing if using any of our gear. • NOLA Paintball is a field-paint ONLY field. No outside paintballs are allowed. • No refunds on paint purchases. • Smoking allowed in designated area only. • Anyone stealing or vandalizing anything at the field or anything belonging to NOLA Paintball or another customer, will be prosecuted & permanently banned from the field. • Before leaving the premises with your marker, remove the air source from the marker, remove paint & secure it in a bag. • Disregard for any of the above rules may result in removal from the premises without refund. • Always be SAFE & have FUN. • Read & follow all the directions of all signs posted regarding all instructional & safety issues

• You must receive an orientation before you play. • ALWAYS put your goggles on BEFORE entering the playing field. • ALWAYS put on your goggles BEFORE entering a “Goggles ON” area. • NEVER remove your goggles once inside the netting or within a “Goggles ON” area. • Approved goggles must ON at ALL times while on the playing field. • ALWAYS keep your barrel sock on your marker unless you are on the playing field & are instructed to remove it by a referee. • Barrel Sock ON & Safety ON when not playing. • Barrel Socks are the ONLY approved barrel blocking device; no barrel plugs, removing the barrel, or other means is permitted. • No firing of markers in the staging area, period. • No firing of markers in the parking lot. • No blind firing. You must see your target to shoot your marker when on the playing field. • No firing of markers on the field PRIOR to start or AFTER the game is over. • All personal markers must be Chronographed to 280 FPS or less. • No Rental Equipment in parking area. • Referees calls are FINAL and inarguable. • Do NOT enter the playing field unless accompanied by a referee. • You are liable for your equipment & personal belongings, not us. Please keep them stored safely & securely (not laying around). We offer secure lockers for rent in our Pro Shop to keep your personal belongings stored for the duration of your stay. • No unauthorized equipment or potentially dangerous gear is allowed. All firearms, knives, etc. are prohibited. NOLA Paintball reserves the right to approve all equipment used on the premises. • Modifications are prohibited. Players are not allowed to modify safety goggles, rental markers, bunkers, or any property on the premises. • Do NOT touch, stand, or lean on the netting. Spectators must stand at least 6′ from the netting. • Report any infractions of these rules immediately to a referee or staff member

• No physical contact, arguing, profanity, or unsportsmanlike conduct. • Do NOT shoot the referees intentionally (we understand accidents happen in the excitement of the game) • Do NOT climb on or over any bunkers or obstacles. • We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.