Performance Paintball Field Rules

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This page covers the official rules of conduct, equipment requirements, age policies, gameplay rules, and safety expectations for playing paintball at Performance Paintball in Rochester, NY. It helps parents, players, party organizers, and public play guests arrive prepared.

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Do players need goggles?

Yes. Goggles must be worn on the field and at the shooting range at all times.

Can we bring our own paintballs?

No. Outside paintballs are not allowed and can lead to immediate ejection.

What age can kids play?

Private parties start at age 8. Public play starts at age 10.

Do I need a waiver first?

Yes. Completing the waiver before arrival helps speed up check-in.

Goggles Required On Field & Range
No Outside Paintballs
Minimum Age 8 Private / 10 Public
No Alcohol, Drugs, or Fighting

Who Should Read This Page?

This page is especially helpful for the people making plans, signing waivers, organizing groups, and helping players arrive ready to go.

Parents

Parents of Younger Players

Review age requirements, safety expectations, equipment rules, and conduct policies before dropping off players or attending a private party.

Group Organizers

Party Organizers & Event Planners

Perfect for birthday parties, bachelor parties, team outings, and corporate events so your group knows the rules before arrival and check-in goes smoother.

Players

Public Play & Walk-On Players

Public players should read this page before visiting so they understand paint, goggles, firing rules, safety limits, and field behavior expectations.

Quick Rules Overview

Conduct

  • No lewd behavior or excessive swearing
  • Be courteous to players, spectators, and staff
  • No loud music, yelling, or fighting

Equipment

  • Barrel covers are required except while actively playing
  • Goggles must be worn on the playing field and shooting range
  • No full-auto, turbo, or multi-round bursts over 13 bps

Gameplay

  • Outdoor field chronograph speed is 250 FPS
  • Blind shooting is not allowed
  • The refs have the final word
The Use Of Non-Field Paintballs Will Result In Immediate Ejection With No Refunds

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Detailed Rules & Policies

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Conduct Rules

No lewd behavior or excessive swearing.

Be courteous to other players, spectators, and staff members.

No loud music, yelling, or fighting.

Equipment Rules
  • Barrel covers are required in all guns at all times anywhere on the property except while playing.
  • Goggles must be worn at all times while on the playing field or at the shooting range.
  • No firing of paintball guns except on the playing field or shooting range.
  • No full-auto, turbo, or multi-round bursts in excess of 13 balls per second.
  • No exploding paint grenades. Only Tippmann and BT style grenades are allowed.
Fireworks, Alcohol & Drugs

Fireworks: No fireworks allowed by customers.

Alcohol: No drinking of any alcohol before or during play or on Performance Paintball property.

Drugs: No illegal drugs or legal drugs including marijuana are permitted before or during play or on Performance Paintball property.

Playing Rules
  • Outdoor field chronograph speed is 250 FPS.
  • Full-auto, turbo, ramping, and burst are not allowed.
  • Electric semi-auto markers are capped at 10 BPS.
  • A player is marked out upon a paintball hitting and breaking on any part of the player's body, gun, or equipment.
  • A player is also marked out if hit with a combined area of paint from a paint grenade the size of a 50 cent piece.
  • Upon being marked out, the player should yell "OUT!" and immediately make their way to the dead box while holding a hand up.
  • Blind shooting is not allowed. Look at what you are shooting.
  • The refs have the final word.
Safety, Property & Damage Rules
  • Purposely shooting stadium lighting, surrounding buildings, and cars will result in a police arrest.
  • Minimum engagement distance is 10 feet.
  • Players must follow all referee instructions immediately.
  • The use of non-field paintballs brings immediate ejection with no refunds.
Age Requirements

Minimum age for private parties: 8 years old

Minimum age for public play: 10 years old

Waiver & Check-In Reminder

Players should complete the paintball waiver before arrival whenever possible.

This helps speed up check-in for both public play and private paintball parties.

FAQs

What is the minimum age to play?
Players must be at least 8 years old for private parties and 10 years old for public play.

Are outside paintballs allowed?
No. Using non-field paintballs results in immediate ejection with no refunds.

Do I have to wear goggles on the field?
Yes. Goggles must be worn at all times on the playing field and at the shooting range.

Where do I find the waiver?
You can access it here: Paintball Waiver.

Zero-Tolerance Reminder

Unsafe behavior, fighting, property damage, ignoring referees, or violating field paint rules can result in immediate ejection with no refund and possible police involvement.

Questions About Field Rules?

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Call ahead if your group has questions about age limits, waiver requirements, equipment, or public play rules.

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Performance Paintball, Inc.
1250 Scottsville Road, Suite 30A, Rochester, New York 14624
585-328-0250 (store)    585-328-0242 (fax)

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