• 7 AC Paintball Tips for Snipers

    paintball-1278899_960_720To be a good sniper, it is important to have the personality and skills that help you excel at the position. Many AC Paintball players find that stealthy and intelligent players make the best snipers. Whether you naturally possess these qualities or not, you can always improve your game. AC Paintball offers these tips for improving your snipping skills. By practicing these abilities you can improve both your game as well as your team’s strength.

    Learn to Be a Loner

    When you play a sniper in AC Paintball’s New Jersey fields, most times you will find yourself alone. Typically snipers go behind enemy lines with little to no backup. You have to have the mental strength to take out your opponents and protect yourself at the same time. At home, you can practice strengthening your mind and consciousness. You may find it helps you become a better sniper.

    Learn to Outwit Your Opponents

    One of the best ways to win an AC Paintball game, it to outwit your opponents. This is especially important for snipers. If you can take out your opponent before they know you are there, you stop them in their tracks. You can foil the other team’s strategy and take control of the game.

    A good way to outwit your opponent is to get in your opponents head. Try to get in your opponent’s head and think about what their plan may be. Think about where they may be moving to and get set up to surprise them. The key is to eliminate them before they even know you are there. Figure out how to ambush them or interfere with your opponent’s plan.

    Practice Accuracy

    Snipers have to be accurate. Their first shot has to hit their target to be effective. After the first shot, your opponent will know where you are. If that first shot doesn’t hit, your target will either run away or retaliate and shoot back. Not only will that person know where you are, but everyone else on that AC Paintball field will as well.

    You can buy equipment to practice at home or you can visit AC Paintball in Williamstown, New Jersey. To save some money, consider purchasing AC Paintball membership. You can learn more about AC Paintball membership here: https://acpaintball.com/ac-paintball-club-discounts-and-deals/.

    crosshair-278817_960_720Be Ready to Become a Target

    Good snipers invoke fear in their opponents and soon become a target. If you surprise and take out most of the enemy’s important players, they will likely focus on taking you out of the game. You should be ready to run and hide if you are spotted. It is a good idea to plan your hiding spot ahead of time and wear some camouflage.

    Be Quiet

    Everyone should be quiet while playing paintball, but a sniper needs to be especially quiet. It is important to not give away your position. You should get into position early and only move when no one is around. This will help you keep your cover and surprise your opponents. If opponents come near you, you have to control yourself. Be patient and stay hidden. You don’t have to shoot, every player who comes near you.

    Learn When To Fire and When Not To Fire

    Snipers need to carefully pick and choose when to fire. If you shoot every opponent, that comes your way, you risk getting ambushed. You have to learn how to analyze each situation and make good choices. Only fire when it’s in your team’s best interest. An eliminated sniper is useless. You need to make sure every shot is safe enough to keep you in the game.

    Don’t fire at when a group is nearby. A group is more likely to hit you before you shoot all of them. If a group is nearby, pay attention to their conversations. You may collect important info that you can report back to the rest of your team.

    Invest in the Right Equipment

    valken paintball gunFinally, a sniper needs the right equipment. Their marker should be accurate and they should use quality paintballs. Some regular paintballs may drift to the side if they are not perfectly round. High-quality paintballs typically keep their spherical shape and fly straighter.

    You also need to know how to properly use your equipment. Practice loading and shooting your marker before beginning your AC Paintball game. Mid-battle is not the time to be fumbling and figuring out how your gun works. With the right equipment and set of skills, you are sure to be a successful sniper.

    November 7, 2016

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  • Tips for Playing Scenario Paintball

    There are a variety of paintball games you can play at AC Paintball in southern New Jersey. You may choose to play a traditional speedball game or make things a bit more challenging with a Woodsball game. If you really feel creative, though, scenario paintball may be the game type for you. In a scenario game, you can take your game to the next level in a variety of ways. You can make the game whatever you want it to be by adding a storyline, character interactions, and special challenges. The possibilities are endless.

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    AC Paintball has different fields to help accommodate almost any scenario game you want to play. AC Paintball’s wooded fields are perfect for medieval, civil war, or fantasy game scenarios. The Pentagon Field is great for games that need one large base such as a castle or fort.  No matter what game or field you choose, be sure to follow AC Paintball’s scenario paintball tips.

    Plan and Follow the Story Line

    The main point of any scenario paintball game is the story. Typically, each player chooses a character to play and fulfills their role. You can reenact a pre-existing story or create your own story and characters. Scenario paintball can take a lot of planning. Be sure to plan with everyone before meeting at AC Paintball. You should strategize and make sure everyone knows the storyline.

    When you are playing at AC Paintball be sure to know your character and the story. This way you can make sure that you don’t make many mistakes. You can play your part to the best of your ability and help make sure everyone has a great time.

    Practice and Get In Shape Before Battle

    After you have your character and know the storyline, be sure to practice. Normal paintball already has plenty of components to learn. If you are new to paintball and try to add a storyline, it can be difficult to focus on so many aspects at once. You should study your character and responsibilities before you play at AC Paintball.  This will help you avoid difficulties. You will know your character inside out so you can focus more on hitting your targets.

    You may also want to consider getting in better shape. Paintball is a highly active sport. Being in shape will allow you to perform to your best potential on the day of the game. You won’t get tired as quickly, which will help you focus on the storyline rather than your body aching. Getting in shape will also help you feel good and play well.

    Know the Your Equipment and the Terrain

    sideshotIf you want to practice playing paintball, you can do so at AC Paintball a few days before the event. You can learn how to work the equipment and navigate the Williamstown, New Jersey terrain. Knowing how to play the game will allow you to focus on the storyline and your responsibilities. The better you can adapt to your surroundings, the more successful you will be. When you know your surroundings, you don’t need to think as hard to figure out where you need to go. It is also easier to avoid tripping and running into obstacles.

    Pay Attention and Communicate

    In every AC Paintball game, you need to pay attention. When you are playing scenario paintball you need to do so even more. It is helpful to know where everyone is and what they are doing. You should know where both your teammates and your opponents are. Some scenarios call for players to be in certain places at certain times. If you play this type of scenario, it is important to listen and watch for signals. Your team needs to have good communication so that the storyline can flow.

    Have Fun

    The most important aspect of playing paintball is to have fun. At AC Paintball, we want all our customers to enjoy their scenario paintball experience. We encourage friendly and safe paintball. Wearing costumes or bringing props can also make your experience more fun. It will make your story more accurate and authentic. Just be sure that all props are safe and will not injure any players. If you follow the rules, playing paintball at AC Paintball is sure to become one of your best memories. If you would like to book a game, follow this link: https://acpaintball.com/schedule-paintball-game/.

    October 17, 2016

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  • AC Paintball Helps Relieve Stress

    stress-704402_960_720Life gets demanding at times. Between work, school, and family, we have numerous responsibilities to keep us busy. When you’re constantly busy, stress builds up and causes a variety of problems. It can lead to tiredness, headaches, bad habits and more.

    It is important to take some time for yourself to de-stress. One way to do this is by playing paintball at AC Paintball in Williamstown, New Jersey. Paintball has a variety of health benefits that can help you relieve stress.  Playing paintball at AC Paintball can help you feel both happier and healthier in a variety of ways.

    Adrenaline Rush

    Playing paintball at AC Paintball gets your adrenaline going. You have to constantly be on your guard and ready to act quickly. Paintball is an exciting action packed sport. There are a variety of benefits that come from an adrenaline rush.

    When you get an adrenaline rush, you are typically focused on only one goal. This goal can become so overwhelming that you forget about everything else going on in your life. You are focused on the here and now. When you don’t have dozens of responsibilities on your mind, you are free to relax and have fun.

    Adrenaline also caused deep breathing. Breathing deep gets more oxygen to your brain and cells which calm you and make you feel healthier. Overall, paintball allows a safe environment where you can release your anger and frustrations.  

    Exercise

    Paintball is a sport where you are constantly on the move. You have to run away from enemies, squat behind bunkers, and dodge paintballs. Playing paintball at AC Paintball is one the best ways to exercise while having fun. Regular exercise keeps you healthy and allows you to de-stress.

    When you exercise, your body produces endorphins. Endorphins are neurotransmitters that make you feel good. The more you exercise, the better you will feel. Just remember not to push yourself too far. If you want to play paintball to exercise, consider buying an AC Paintball membership.

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    Freedom

    When you have so many responsibilities, it can feel like you lack control. Your days may be planned out for you from start to end. There may be a lack of excitement and freedom. Your responsibilities don’t care how you feel or what you want to do. They just want your attention. When you make time for yourself, you can gain back some of that freedom.

    Playing paintball at AC Paintball in southern New Jersey is an exciting hobby that can give you the freedom you are looking for. Although you still have a responsibility to your team, you can make your own choices. You can move where you want to move and use your own strategies. There is also a sense of unpredictability as you never know when your opponents will appear.

    If you choose one of AC Paintball’s wooded fields you may also find yourself alone in nature. Nature also has healing qualities that can help you de-stress. Overall, paintball can give you a sense of control.

    Support System

    When life gets hard, it is important to have a good support system. You need someone to talk to and someone to give you advice. Venting your problems can help you release built up stress.  If you don’t already have a good support system, paintball can help you make new friends. When you regularly play at AC Paintball, you may begin to recognize people and start to talk to them. Before you know it you can make yourself some new friends.

    Paintball is a sport that requires players to support each other. When you see a teammate stuck in an ambush, you try to help them. When you need help, your teammates will support you. This concept can help you feel useful and important. When you help someone or eliminate a threatening opponent, you can feel like a hero. Paintball can boost your confidence so that you can face the obstacles that cause stress.

    October 11, 2016

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  • Determining How Many Paintballs to Buy

    paintball_packWhen you play at AC Paintball in southern New Jersey, you need working equipment and plenty of ammo. If you run out of paintballs mid-game, you lose your ability to defend yourself. You also won’t be able to take out your opponents. This situation is a disadvantage to not only you but to your team as well.

    Your options will be slim. You will either have to find a friend to borrow from or eliminate yourself from the game. If you choose to borrow, you also waste time finding a friend and reloading your gun. This gives plenty of time for your opponents to take you out of the game anyway.

    Don’t let this situation happen to you. Make sure you have the ammo you need and check your equipment ahead of time. If you are new to paintball, you may not know how many paintballs you will need. There are many variables to take into consideration. AC Paintball is here to help. We have created this guide to help you figure out just how much ammo you will need for playing at AC Paintball.

    Average Usage

    The average paintball player uses approximately 200 paintballs per hour of play. You can adjust this number depending on your mood and level of competitiveness. If you need to get out some aggressions, you can estimate to add about 100 more. If you want to relax more and just have fun, you can subtract 100. Most of AC Paintball’s packages include three to four hours of playtime. You also get 200 paintballs and most of the equipment you will need. If you think you will need more than 200 paintballs, you can buy more separately. You can the pricings below.

    • 200 Paintballs: $9.95
    • 500 Paintballs: $19.95
    • 2000 Paintball Case: $49.95 (Available to AC Paintball Club Members ONLY)
    • 2000 Paintball Case: $65.42 (without ACPaintball Club Membership)

    How Often Do You Like to Shoot?

    Are you an aggressive player or a relaxed player? When it comes to paintball there are two different shooting methods. Some players use the “spray and pray” method where they continuously fire paintballs. They do not take much time to aim and just point in their opponent’s general direction. This tactic will call for more paintballs. You may want to add about 100 paintballs to your total.

    Other paintball players are patient and take the time to aim. They make sure they hit their target and conserve paintballs. This approach does not need as many paintballs. You may only need about 100 paintballs. Both methods can be effective depending on your skills and preferences.

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    What Position Are You Playing?

    The position you play affects how often you will need to shoot. If you choose to be a Backman or being part of the infantry, you can plan on shooting a lot. These players handle ambushes and defend their teammates. Frontmen and Snipers, on the other hand, will not need as many paintballs. They are in charge of completing the mission and taking out specific targets.

    What Game Are You Playing?

    The game you choose to play can also affect how many paintballs you will need. It might not affect the number as much as much as your mood and preferences, though. In scenario games, the scenario you choose will determine how many paintballs you need. If you choose a scenario with a lot of shooting action, you will need more paintballs. Yet, if you choose a scenario with more story and less action, you may not need as many. Usually, players report needing more paintballs on average when playing scenario paintball.

    Most woodsball players report using an average of 200 paintballs. Take into consideration, however, that AC Paintball’s wooded fields are our largest fields. This means that you may end up doing more running and less shooting. You might be able to get away with just 150 paintballs. AC Paintball’s speedball courses are on the smaller side and see more shooting action. Most players report using an average of 200 paintballs, but you may want to carry more, just in case.

    Are You On a Budget?

    When you play paintball, there are many pieces of equipment you need to rent. At AC Paintball, most of the equipment is already included in the paintball package. After you buy a package, you may have to budget the rest of your money. In this case, you will want to be conservative with your shooting. You may want to consider splitting a pack of paintballs and the cost with a friend. If you are low on ammo, another option is to create your own mini game that does not need many paintballs.

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    How Long Are You Planning on Playing?

    If you choose AC Paintball’s morning paintball package you get three hours of playtime. This means you will need approximately 600 paintballs. If you choose AC Paintball’s afternoon package, you get four hours of play time. This means you will need approximately 800 paintballs. Don’t forget to take the other variables into consideration, though.

    You will also want to take breaks into consideration. You likely won’t play for 3-4 hours straight. AC Paintball recommends taking short breaks to rest and refuel. You should take breaks into consideration when planning how many paintballs you will need. If you plan on taking a half hour break, you can plan to take about 100 paintballs off of your total.

    Do You Still Have Paintballs Left?

    If you still have paintballs left at the end of the day, you can always save them for your next visit you AC Paintball in Williamstown, New Jersey. You can bring your friends and save with one of AC Paintball’s group packages. You can also try a different field or game and have a new exciting paintball experience.

    October 4, 2016

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  • What to Eat Before and After a Paintball Game

    girl-126162_960_720Paintball is an active sport where you are constantly on the move. It requires running, jumping, crouching, crawling, and squatting. With so much movement, you need the right fuel to keep you playing at your best. Without proper energy, you will likely hit a wall and struggle to compete to your full potential. So, what should you eat before and after a paintball game at AC Paintball? Below you will find a list of foods you can eat to give you the nutrients your body needs.

    Whole-Grain Foods

    When you’re hungry, it’s difficult to concentrate. If you’re hungry, you will likely focus on your stomach growling rather than the game. Whole grains contain fiber and help you feel fuller longer. When playing for hours at AC Paintball in southern New Jersey, you will want to feel full and energized. Additionally, whole grains can also lower your blood sugar and lower your cholesterol. Certain whole grains offer extra benefits of beneficial vitamins and minerals.

    Vegetables

    Vegetables provide you with a variety of nutrients. This includes potassium, fiber, folate (folic acid) and vitamins. While playing paintball at AC Paintball, your systolic blood pressure increases. Your diastolic blood pressure either remains the same or drops a by a few points. The potassium in vegetables helps you maintain a healthy blood pressure. The fibers in vegetables also lower cholesterol and help your heart.

    apples-634572_960_720Fruits

    AC Paintball’s packages include four hours of play time.  When you are playing this long, you need plenty of energy to keep you going. Fruit can help provide that energy. They are packed with a variety of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Like vegetables they provide fiber and potassium.

    Each fruit can provide you with a different benefit. Bananas are packed with potassium which aid in nerve and muscle function. This can help prevent cramps while playing paintball in Williamstown, New Jersey. They will keep your muscles working and help you feel good.

    Yogurt

    Yogurt is loaded with vitamins. Dome brands also contain probiotics that aid in digestion and boost your immune system. Yogurt is a great snack to eat after playing at AC Paintball because it helps you recover. The carbohydrates in yogurt replace the muscles stored energy. Its proteins also help build and repair muscles.

    Yogurt also contains calcium, potassium, protein, and other vital nutrients that keep you healthy. Some yogurt brands contain more healthy ingredients than others. Be sure to read the label and choose the right brands.

    Fish or Sushi

    Just like many of the other items on our list, fish contain a variety of nutrients that help in a variety of others. One of the main benefits of fish is that it helps maintain good brain function and eyesight. When you’re in an intense battle at AC Paintball, your brain needs to be quick and accurate.  You also need your eyesight to scope out your targets from across the field. Nutrients in fish can also help you avoid heart problems, depression, and poor sleep.

    Drinks

    When playing in AC Paintball’s fields in southern New Jersey, you need to stay hydrated. Exercising causes your body temperature to rise quickly. This will happen even faster if you are wearing many layers of clothing for padding. Water helps regulate your body temperature and cool you off. Water also helps lubricate your joints and avoid cramps.

    water-830374_960_720Drinking some Gatorade can also help you replace electrolytes. Milk is a good drink choice after playing at AC Paintball. Milk is slowly released into your small intestine. It gradually absorbs into your blood stream. This keeps you hydrated longer. It also contains plenty of nutrients to replace those lost during exercise.

     

    September 27, 2016

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  • Team Tips for Playing Woodsball at AC Paintball

    Paintball is a team sport and for your team to win, each individual player needs to contribute. They need to fulfill their roll, stick to the plan, and be a good teammate. In some cases, a single player can affect the outcome of the game. They could be the difference between winning and losing. Everyone wants to win. AC Paintball in Williamstown, southern New Jersey offers these tips to help your team.

    Playing paintball in the woods is different than playing speedball. The terrain is different and calls for different team strategies. Before playing at AC Paintball, you should plan a strategy with your team members. This will help your team be successful and have fun while playing Woodsball at AC Paintball.

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    Plan Movement Strategies and Positions

    Careful movements are a crucial aspect of Woodsball. With dead leaves and sticks all over the ground, each step can be noisy. There are also different paths to use. You should discuss movement strategies with your team before arriving at AC Paintball. Assign positions and plan where each player should go. Some teams like to use a leap-frog type movement to move forward through the course. Others separate into groups and head off in different directions.

    You should have both a proactive and a reactive strategy. It is a good idea to keep your plans simple. Complicated plans can also confuse your teammates and create chaos. Most plans can change the minute the first shot is fired anyway. You never know what strategy your opponent will use and you will need to adjust accordingly.

    Create a Communication System

    AC Paintball’s wooded courses are larger than our speedball courses. It is a good idea to buy Walkie-Talkies or Headsets to communicate with each other. Otherwise, you will have to yell across the field to converse with your teammate. This will give away your positions and could make you lose your voice by the end of the day.

    If you don’t have Walkie-Talkies to use, you may want to find another form of communication to use. If you stay close enough to see each other, you can use hand or body motions. Most of the time, you will want to keep as quiet as possible. You should move and execute noisier plans while others are making noise.

    Plan a Strategy for Cover and Backing Each Other Up

    If you don’t have a strategy for backing each other up, you will likely struggle to reach your goals. Typically, teams have a single person or group that heads off the mission. This person handles completing tasks and finding the enemy. If this person doesn’t have players to cover them, it makes it much more difficult to succeed.

    You should plan what each player should do if someone gets caught in an ambush. Figure out an exit strategy and who will be responsible for defense. You may also want to plan to make distracting noises at important points.  Also, figure out who will take up the roles of eliminated players.

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    Teamwork

    A paintball team is like a machine. If a single part doesn’t work, the entire system can experience problems. As a teammate, you should always come into a game with a good attitude and be ready to listen to others ideas. If you have an opinion you should definitely voice it, but don’t cause a fight. A fight can throw your team’s chemistry off. Be ready to help each other out and give each other tips.

    If your team has a plan, you shouldn’t deviate just because you think you know better. Doing so can throw everyone else off their tasks and cause the team to struggle. If you do see a reason to change the plan, though, make sure everyone knows and is on the same page.

    If you want to play at AC Paintball many times, you may also want to consider specializing in positions. Doing so will narrow the focus of each player’s role. Then each player will become more skillful in their responsibilities. This will help the entire team will improve. If you want to learn more about each position, read AC Paintball’s blog about choosing team roles. Follow this link:  https://acpaintball.com/2016/07/12/choosing-roles-for-your-paintball-team/.

    Think Outside the Box

    A common downfall for teams is being too predictable. If you use the same strategy each game, your opponent will soon learn how to beat you. Thus, it is a good idea to think outside the box. Do some research and learn some ways to trick your opponents and throw them off their guard.

    When your team comes into a firefight, don’t just stand in one place and continue to shoot at each other. This can get boring after a while. Instead, come up with an idea to flank the other team. Have a few players run off and sneak up behind your opponents. This will make for a much more interesting game at AC Paintball.

    September 6, 2016

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  • Forest Paintball Fields, Hyperball, and Speedball in Southern New Jersey

    AC Paintball offers five unique fields with a range of obstacles and game possibilities. Our goal is for you to have a day jam-packed with fun. You can choose to spend your day playing on one field or travel to multiple fields–all packages come with complimentary transportation between fields. Plus, we change up the design of each field several times a year, so you’ll never get bored. With multiple field options, we can accommodate all sorts of groups and games.

    Here’s more info on each field, so you can choose the best for the type for the group you have or the game you want. No matter which you choose, you’ll always have action and excitement with AC Paintball!

    Red Dawn Woods Field

    • Forest field
    • Medium size
    • Standard play
    • 40-100 players

    The Red Dawn Woods Field is our basic paintball field. It’s great for simple, standard, quick games. It’s located right by our entrance for easy access. This field is ideal for beginners.

    Black Ops Pentagon Woods Field

    • Forest field
    • Large size
    • Capture the flag
    • 40-100+ players

    The Pentagon is our most popular field. At the center of this forest field is a pentagon of military drop tank bunkers.  Attack or defend the pentagon to win in for your team! If you have a big group or want to be involved in a large paintball game, this is where you do it. Ideal if you want a longer game full of running and hiding.

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    Blue Thunder Woods Field

    • Forest Field
    • Large size
    • Standard play or capture the flag
    • 40-100+ players

    The Blue Thunder Woods field is a large forest field with two base camps of military-style tents. Obstacles and bunkers are scattered in the 150 yards between each camp. This forest field is perfect for capture the flag games.

    White DMZ Woods Field

    • Forest field
    • Medium size
    • Standard play
    • 40-100 players

    White DMZ is our “up-and-coming” field. This forest field is currently designed to fit medium size games but in the future will feature some of our most intense and impressive obstacles.

    Speedball Tournament Field

    • Open field
    • Small size
    • Tournament style
    • 5-40 players

    Our speedball field is a tournament-standardized field perfect for high-action, strategic games. You’ll use more balls on a speedball field than forest field, but games will probably take much less time. This open field is filled with obstacles and bunkers for protection and concealment. Some obstacles include air bunkers, drop tank carrier military bunkers, giant spools, and barrels.

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    Hyperball Field

    • Open field
    • Small size
    • Tournament style
    • 2-40 players

    The hyperball field is similar to the speedball field, except smaller. If you’re looking for the ultimate in paintball action, this is it! Play on the hyperball field for a short, high-intensity game. Stand, kneel, or lie behind bunkers to avoid being shot while you take out the other team. It’s small enough that it’s possible to locate any player on the field at a given time. You can even play 1-on-1! Hyperball is much more fast-paced than a traditional paintball forest field. You will need quick reflexes and quality teamwork.  Some obstacles on this field are corrugated plastic pipes, large wooden spools, barrels, and a large center bunker.

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    September 30, 2014

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  • 10 Rules of Paintball Etiquette

    texture1Paintball players generally have a high standard of sportsmanship. Everyone has the same goal: an action-packed day of friendly competition. Respect the players, respect the game, and you’ll have a great time. Here are some general paintball etiquette rules to abide by:

    1.  Safety first

    Set your marker to shoot at a maximum velocity of 300 fps as required by law (At ACP we have a strict limit of 280 fps and we use pre-game velocity check technology). Anything higher can cause welts and broken skin. It’s a good idea to double check your marker’s velocity is at a safe limit before each game, even if you recently adjusted it.

    2. Keep your mask on

    Never remove your mask on the field for any reason. If you see that someone has lost their mask on the field, don’t shoot. Yell “blind man” so other players are aware. Always use barrel plugs after play and keep your mask on until all barrel plugs are in place.

    3. Don’t be a jerk

    Always respect your teammates and opponents. No pushing, shoving, or any physical contact at all. Don’t bonus ball just for amusement. It only takes one solid hit for a player to be out. Shooting players multiple times unnecessarily is an easy way to discourage beginners from coming back.

    4. Remember paintball is a team sport

    Don’t act like you own the field; give everyone a chance to get in on the action. Solid teamwork will win you more games than a focus on individual glory.

    5. Mind your fire

    Never blind fire. If you can’t see what you’re shooting at, don’t shoot. You could accidentally hit the refs or local wildlife.

    6. Never shoot point blank

    Paintballs can hurt at close range, even with protective gear! Allow opponents the opportunity to surrender if you have a clear shot within a range of 10 ft. If the player doesn’t surrender, aim for a shoe, gear, or padded area.

    7. Don’t cheat

    When you’re hit, you’re hit. Don’t wipe paint off and keep playing; this is considered cheating. Hits a quarter size or bigger on anything you carry (gear, mask, marker, hopper, etc.) count. If you’re unsure if you’re hit, signal for a ref or yell “paint check.”

    8. Clear the field when you’re hit

    Raise your arms and marker so other players know you’ve been hit. Quickly make your way to a safe zone to avoid being caught in crossfire. Never fire after you’ve been hit.

    9. Respect the ref

    The referee’s ruling is the final word. Signal for the ref to judge if there are any disputes during play. The ref can eject you from the game for breaking any rules of the field.

    10. Be a good sport

    We know it’s a competition and you want to win. Strategize the heck out of the game, but don’t get too aggressive to the point that you risk injury. Congratulate the winners with a “good game” even if you’re unhappy you lost.

    September 26, 2014

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  • Paintball Excitement in Williamstown, NJ! Affordable and Fun For All Ages

    williamstown nj paintballAC Paintball is located in the heart of Williamstown, New Jersey, and we couldn’t be happier with the way local residents have embraced us. Owner Bill Hayes is a long time resident of Williamstown and just two short years ago had an idea about converting some of his Emu Ranch into a paintball facility. It sounded a little crazy at first, but Bill has never been one for timid decisions. First of all, the facility started off with Emus on it! Second, Bill’s day job as a personal injury lawyer has taught him how not to be intimidated or scared into inaction. As a result, he decided to make AC Paintball a reality.

    We’ve Grown Into a Williamstown Go-To Facility

    Once word got out that we were in business we had a few test runs from local players and college students. Our professional staff, high quality gear, and well-trained referees helped all of our early players have a good time. Before long word spread and we began receiving game requests every weekend. Now we’ll have as many as eight or nine bachelor and birthday parties in a single day! We love to accommodate each and every one of these parties in order to make them feel welcome and cared for. If everybody has a good time we feel our job is complete.

    Our offerings have only increased as time has gone on and we have developed affordable packages to meet the needs of all kinds of players and groups.

    Check Out Our Intro Video

    If you’d like to learn a little more about what we offer and what our fields look like, check out this brief video:

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    Learn More About Our Gear and Fields

    For non-pro paintballers we rent all the gear you’ll need right at our facility. We stock Tippman and Valken equipment, which are widely regarded as two of the most reliable brands on the market. To learn more about the gear we supply click here.

    Our diverse fields range from tight, tournament style courses to wide acres of forestry. We can accommodate groups of all skill levels and sizes, range from 3-4 person squads to 50-60 person armies. To learn more about our fields click here.

    Ready to Schedule?

    If you have questions about scheduling a paintball game or are ready to save your date, click on our scheduling page here. Through our registration form you can request specific dates and times, ask questions, or reserve a field for specific events.

    We hope to see you soon!

    April 9, 2014

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