On the paintball field or the battlefield, one needs to be strong both mentally and physically to succeed. In the Army, a Soldier learns the value of this starting in Basic Combat Training. The physical challenges of being a Soldier are abundant, but the Army equips its Soldiers with the proper skills to overcome those physical challenges. Physical Training (PT) is a program that equips individuals with the knowledge needed to be completely physically fit. It's not just running; its about conditioning. The Army PT program combines conditioning and movement drills, stretching techniques and information about nutrition - all the things that today's Soldiers do to stay fit. Even  paintball Soldiers. 

        Perhaps the most exciting aspect of participating in the sport of paintball is to play it with a specific objective in mind. These "missions" can range from the simple (Elimination) to the elaborate (Tower to Tower). Often times, missions are part of a much larger Scenario Game, which can involve as many as several thousand players and last for 24 hours. After mastering some of the more common missions, many players find it challenging to create and play their own Army-style missions. An excellent resource for creating and playing missions online or adapting them for paintball play is...

        Your paintball gear is one of the most important parts to playing MilSim paintball....from MilSim markers, masks, vest to the BDU clothing and hats. Not only do you want to look the part, but you want to play the part. The Army gives its Soldiers the best technology it can. The best technology means Soldiers have the most sophisticated tools at their fingertips - The links below have many of the tools needed to play safe, fun and realistic MilSim paintball.

        Just not sure what to buy, or are you looking at a paintball field you never played on before. Check out some of these paintball review sites and follow those who did the homework for you.

        In the interest of MilSim paintball there are many other organizations that we are not yet "Allies" with, and there can be much to learn from them. The video locations below show videos which include large battles, small skirmishes, military tactics, equipment videos, and anything else related to MilSim paintball.

        Not sure where to play paintball in our area (Northwest Indiana & Chicago)? The places listed below are just a few within a short drive.  If you don't live in our area please visit "The Great Day of Play Website  CLICK HERE and search for the closest field in your area. 

        Not part of a MilSim League? Maybe you are looking for a paintball team in your area? Here are some MilSim Leagues that can point you to teams that are recruiting players...

        Looking to get into discussions with other fellow paint players? Check out some of the forums listed below...