Yes! We welcome walk-on players at all Delta Force Paintball locations across Australia. If you drop in, our staff will aim to match you with an existing group so you can get straight into the action.
To ensure you have the best experience on the day, we recommend the following:
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Check Daily Availability: Before you head out, give our national booking office a quick call on 1300 850 744. We can confirm the best arrival times for your local centre and ensure there are no private events currently occupying the game zones.
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Peak Weekend Tips: Saturdays and Sundays are our busiest days. We prioritize players with existing bookings, so calling ahead helps you avoid a potential wait in the base camp for the next available session.
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MiniBall Equipment (Ages 8+): If you are interested in MiniBall, pre-booking is essential. Because this version of the game uses specialized, lightweight equipment, sets are limited at each location. We currently offer MiniBall at our Canberra, Perth, Melbourne, and Brisbane locations, with two more venues launching MiniBall on 1st February 2026 in NSW.
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National Pro-Tip: Most players at Delta Force book in advance to secure their preferred time slots. A quick phone call before you leave home ensures that we have gear ready and a session waiting for you the moment you arrive!
No. While the group Organiser typically secures the date with an initial booking, we can often arrange for individual players to pay for their own packs. Please speak with our event coordinators at 1300 785 766 to discuss the best way to manage your group’s payments.
Yes. All players are required to complete an online registration form before they arrive at the centre.
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Under 16s: Players under 16 must have their form signed by a parent or guardian.
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Group Tip: We recommend sending the registration link to your entire group with your invitations or by creating a group chat to ensure a fast check-in.
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Accessing the Link: Please ask your event coordinator for your unique group link when finalizing your booking.
At Delta Force Paintball, we cater to groups of all sizes! Whether you are coming alone or bringing a small squad, you can always get in on the action.
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No Minimum Group Size: There is no minimum number of players required to play. If you have a small group, we will simply team you up with other players to form a full game session, making for an even more exciting experience.
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Dedicated Teams (20+ Players): If you have a group of 20 or more players, you can form your own dedicated team to play together throughout the day.
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Private Games (40+ Players): To secure a Private Game—which grants your group exclusive use of the game zones without other players joined in—we generally require a minimum of 40 players.
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National Pro-Tip: If you are aiming for a private game but are just short on numbers, give our national booking office a call on 1300 850 744. We can discuss availability and help you find the best session to suit your group’s needs.
At Delta Force Paintball, there is no strict minimum or maximum number of players required to book; we welcome everything from solo players to large corporate groups. However, your group size determines how your session is structured:
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Small Groups & Individuals: Any group size is fine! If you have a small group, we will simply join you with other players of a similar age and ability to ensure a high-energy, competitive atmosphere.
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Forming Your Own Team: If you bring 20 or more players, you will have enough recruits to form your own dedicated team to play against other groups on the day.
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Private Game Requirements: To secure an exclusive Private Game (where your group plays alone on the game zones with your own dedicated marshals), a minimum of 40 prepaid players is required.
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Centre Opening Minimums: While we accept all group sizes, please note that a minimum total number of players across all bookings is required to open the centre on a specific day. If no other groups are booked in for your requested time, our event coordinators will discuss alternative dates or times with you.
Pro-Tip for Organisers: You can make your booking now for the players you have 100% confirmed. You are welcome to add additional players to your booking up until a few days before your event, subject to availability.
While we occasionally accept last-minute bookings, we highly recommend booking at least 10–14 days in advance, especially for Saturdays and Sundays, which frequently sell out.
Yes! We recommend booking for your minimum confirmed players as early as possible. Our centres are the most popular in the country, and session spots fill up quickly—especially on weekends.
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Secure Your Date: Booking for your core group now ensures you don’t miss out on your desired date and session time. It’s better to lock in a slot for 10 people now than to wait for 20 and find the day is fully booked.
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Add Players Later: You are welcome to add more players to your booking up until a few days before your event. Simply call our national coordination team to check availability, and we will do our best to accommodate the extra recruits.
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Stress-Free Planning: Don’t let a few “maybe” responses hold up the entire group. Locking in the confirmed players now officially starts the countdown to game day and often encourages the “maybes” to commit!
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National Pro-Tip: Demand for our game zones is high nationwide. We suggest booking for your “definites” today, then sending a “final call” to the rest of your group once the date is officially locked in. You can manage the additions with a quick call to 1300 850 744.
The minimum age to play paintball in Australia varies by state due to local government regulations. To help more “young guns” get in on the action, Delta Force Paintball offers two formats: Standard .50 Calibre Paintball and MiniBall.
Minimum Age by State
State |
Standard Paintball |
MiniBall (Ages 8+) |
| ACT | 16+ Years | 8+ Years |
| NSW | 12+ Years | 8+ Years (Launching 31st Jan 2026) |
| QLD | 15+ Years | 8+ Years |
| VIC | 16+ Years | 8+ Years |
| WA | 12+ Years | 8+ Years |
| SA | 10+ Years* | N/A |
*South Australia: Our affiliate centre policy requires at least one parent to be present for groups aged 10–16.
Choosing the Right Experience:
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MiniBall (Ages 8+): This is our most popular option for younger children. It uses smaller, spring-powered markers, making it a fantastic low-impact introduction to the sport.
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Standard Paintball: Once players reach the state-regulated age, they can graduate to our standard .50 calibre paintball technology.
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Parental Consent: Please note that all players under the age of 18 must have a parental consent form signed before they can take to the field.
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National Pro-Tip: Planning a birthday for an 8th, 9th, or 10th birthday? MiniBall is specifically designed for this age group! Give our national booking office a call on 1300 850 744 to check availability at your nearest centre.
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We want every “young gun” at our centres to have a world-class experience. We take great care in managing our player groupings to ensure the games are fun, fair, and safe for everyone.
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Age-Appropriate Matchmaking: Our standard practice is to separate children and adult groups to ensure a balanced competitive environment. We make every effort to match your group with players of a similar age and ability level.
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Family Groups: You may see adults on the field during a youth session if they are parents, guardians, or older siblings participating as part of the same booking. We find that many parents love getting in on the action and sharing the experience with their kids!
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Professional Marshalling: All games are managed by our highly trained marshals who act as active referees. They ensure that all players—regardless of age—follow safety protocols and that the gameplay remains fair and exciting for everyone.
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MiniBall (Ages 8+): For our youngest recruits, MiniBall sessions are specifically tailored to children. This is the perfect way to ensure your child plays exclusively with their peers in a highly controlled setting.
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Note: MiniBall is currently available in Melbourne, Canberra, Perth, and Brisbane, and will be launching in NSW on January 31st, 2026!
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National Pro-Tip: If you are organizing a youth birthday party and want to know more about the other groups booked for your session, give our team a call on 1300 850 744. We can help you choose the best session time for your group’s age bracket.



