You don’t have to be big and you don’t have to be strong; all you need is the desire to play. A paintball gun is the “great equalizer”. A six foot tall, 250 lb. body builder is no more lethal behind a paintball gun than a twelve year-old girl. Some would even say that the girl might have a slight advantage because she makes a smaller target! A paintball gun levels the playing field giving everyone the same chance to compete. Getting started in paintball can be a bit confusing at first for a beginner. Like any new sport, it takes time to learn how to play, what gear you need, and what to expect. Before you begin, you need to learn about of the basics!