Thursday, November 22, 2012

Relaxation And Team Bonding Are Both Possible With Paintball NYC

By Brian Bell


For many people working in and around New York city, the stresses and strains of working life can take their toll over time. It is essential that people take the time to relax, away from work. A great opportunity for people to forget the problems at work and relax with colleagues is present in the form of paintball NYC.

Manhattan is the world's financial center and is home to thousands of bankers, brokers, entrepreneurs and office workers all working long hours in tough economic times. For reasons of health and well-being, it is absolutely essential that adequate time is given to unwind and get to know colleagues on a more personal basis. Nowhere is this better done than at a paintball venue.

While usually played in teams, the sport of paintball can also be enjoyed as a solo game. People are equipped with specialist guns that are designed to fire specially designed dye pellets. A successful shot can easily be identified as dye will be seen on the clothing of the opponent. There are a number of factors that dictate the winner of a particular game, depending on the game being played and the location's rules.

Gaming arenas can vary quite significantly, which is one of the attractions to the game. Urban settings can form the basis of many arenas, while more rural settings in the countryside can provide plenty of foliage to make camouflaging possible. Most game fields are filled with a number of objects that can be utilized in a number of ways. Large boulders, trees and caves can be used to provide cover and areas for ambushes.

'Capture the flag' is one of the most popular forms of the game. People are split into two teams and the object of the game is to capture the flag of the opposition and successfully get it to home base. However, if someone is shot whilst in possession of the flag, they must leave the game and the flag must be returned to its original place. This form of the game is very popular when trying to encourage teamwork between employees.

While paintball pellets contain only dye, they pose a real danger to a person's eyes. United States regulations require that people wear specialized eye protection at all times and that this equipment should be supplied by the provider. There will always be a demonstration by trained staff on the rules, playing areas and necessary protective equipment.

The force at which the pellets of dye are fired is very strong. When fired at close distance, they can cause severe bruising, and in some cases breakages in the skin. Most licensed venues have a minimum distance rule, whereby if a player is within a certain distance of an opposition player, the firing of a weapon is not allowed. This distance will differ, depending on the facility and the type of weapon used.

There are some fantastic paintball NYC locations in and around New York City. A few in Manhattan offer an urban environment in which to enjoy the activity. There are also several located in the Brooklyn and Queens areas. The activity is ideal for work-based teams, keen on getting to know each other and on fostering a better working relationship.




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