A Gelball party is one of the most exciting kids birthday activities currently available in the UK. Fast paced, safe, and played on full scale paintball game maps, Gelball combines the fun of paintball with the gentleness of Nerf.
If you are looking for an outdoor birthday party that actually feels like an adventure, Gelball is hard to beat.
What Is Gelball
Gelball is similar to paintball, but instead of paint filled capsules, players shoot small biodegradable gel balls made mostly of water.
These gel balls:
- Are around 98 percent water
- Are completely biodegradable
- Burst on impact
- Leave no mess and no stains
Games are played using fully automatic gelball pistols, which creates a high rate of fire and a lot of excitement without pain.
What Happens at a Gelball Party
When players arrive, everyone is:
- Fitted with camo coveralls
- Given full face paintball goggles
- Assigned to a team using coloured goggles
After a short safety briefing, players head straight into the game zones.
Gelball parties are played on the same award winning maps used for paintball and airsoft, including:
- The Airfield
- The world’s biggest paintball bridge
- Additional large scale woodland game maps
Each session includes three fast paced games, and party food can be added afterwards in one of the themed party rooms.
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What Age Is Gelball For
The minimum age for a Gelball party is 8 years old or school year 3.
This limit is insurance led rather than ability based.
There is no upper age limit, and parents or even grandparents often join in.
Does Gelball Hurt
No. Gelball does not hurt.
Gel balls are light, soft, and mostly water. Being hit feels similar to a Nerf dart and significantly less than kids paintball.
This makes Gelball ideal for:
- Younger players
- Nervous first timers
- Birthday groups with mixed confidence levels
How Many Gelballs Do You Get
Each player receives:
- 800 gelballs per game
- 3 games per session
That is 2,400 gelballs per player, officially.
Unofficially, if players run out, hoppers are refilled. Ammo is all inclusive, with no extra charges. The aim is fun, not restriction.
What Should Kids Wear
We supply camo coveralls, so clothing underneath stays clean.
Recommended:
- Old clothes underneath
- Trainers or boots
- Layers in winter
- Shorts and a t shirt in summer
Players warm up very quickly once the games begin, so avoid overdressing.
How Is Gelball Different From Paintball
The main difference is the ammo.
Paintball:
- Uses paint filled capsules
- Higher impact
- Older age group
Gelball:
- Uses water based gel balls
- Lower impact
- Younger age group
- No mess
Game rules, team formats, and objectives are the same.
Can Parents Watch
Yes.
Parents can watch from the game areas but must wear paintball goggles. We supply these.
Be warned though. In our experience, kids love shooting parents, so standing too close comes with risks. Many parents choose to relax in the base area with a coffee instead.
Why Gelball Parties Are So Popular
A Gelball party offers:
- Real outdoor adventure
- Proper game maps
- Safe gameplay
- Massive amounts of action
- Zero mess
- Happy, exhausted kids
Played on full scale paintball maps and followed by party food in themed rooms, Gelball parties are one of the most memorable birthday experiences available.
If you are trying to think of something that will genuinely impress a group of kids, Gelball usually does exactly that.
