New player clinic

[Ninjeff]

So, i know when i started playing, and got picked up by my first team the coach was big on form, and really drilled into my head some things to teach me its not WHAT you shoot, its HOW you shoot it. He was a super great guy, and ever since then ive always been more critical about HOW i play.
That being said, i get asked alot of questions from new players at the field (how do i aim, how should i hold the gun? etc etc) and thought it would be nice to have a "New Players Clinic"
My other thread gave me the idea to post on here for some feedback form you fine folk.

Im hoping to get a chance to do it this year. The curriculum is something ive been working on for a month or so now. Its really for "new" players, or those that have played once or twice. Teaches things like
-basic marker technology (what does what, etc)
-safety, and why its so important
-movement
-stance
-aiming
-proper gun possision (its different for everyone on the specifics, but the basics are the same)
-how to keep your profile "small"
-communication
-team movement (again, basics here)

and some other tid bits. Nothing too major here, as i woudlnt go too far into specifics, but i think it would be good for the new players to learn some technique and form. I know ive asked a few of the kids around teh field and they said they would enjoy it. i would want it to be fun, and educational. I was thinking about having a small "tourney" at the end, and the winning team gets....whatever. Or a raffle/contest to win your own gear. Nothing big, but enough to get you going. (mask,gun,co2,hopper) and maybe do some type of certificates or something to show you passed. It would mainly be geared toward the 16 and under crowd, but anyone is welcome.

What are your thoughts? Opinions? Suggestions? What should i concentrate on? Did i leave anything out?

Im really wanting to do this, and have been putting together specifics to pitch to the field owner next season. Id enjoy your imput.
Ive been tweaking the curriculum alot lately, trying to get the right balance of information. Once i get it set, ill pitch it to the field owner.

[MedicDVG]

This would be the perfect time to start talking to new players about the integrity of the game preach it to them early, often , and then enforce it.

I like the idea -- too bad it will be full of Dynasty wannabees with Ion;s they just got from santa

[Anjin3515]

great idea...as I mentioned in your other thread


its interesting...but no one teaches you form in paintball.
Think about most sports....there is always a coach out there teaching the basics when you start....but because paintball is a sport AND a recreation...not many people are ever taught proper playing....its more of a learn as you go. Since there are few leagues geared at new players, they are never taught the basics....and where do you go to learn them? It winds up trial and error.

It be nice to see fields offer classes on how to play.


It be wonderful for there to be a class on basic paintball skills....and I agree with Medic....its a great opportunity to teach some sportsmanship!

I wish you the best of luck in it.

[TnDeathInc]

i eally like this idea.

[tymcneer]

Go for it! The last rec day we played, I spent the last two hours drilling newbies on how NOT to leave things like feet, hoppers, etc hanging out.

We always do the marker parts, and safety stuff first thing in the morning.

It would be very informative, and useful if you could post some of the material you use. Video would be a very big plus!

Thanks,

Ty

[Ninjeff]

Cool. Thanks guys. These replies really give me a boost in motivation. Im hoping to video tape it, and if i do, i will post for you guys.

I would love some tips on what to cover, best way to cover it, etc etc.

[bryceeden]

It sounds like a great idea. Good luck.