Skirmish Toowoomba HQ is a sports club located in Lockyer Valley Regional, Queensland. The club offers a thrilling gel ball experience for players of all ages.
Game days are held on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, starting at 8am. The club is also open for night games on the Saturday before the Sunday game, starting at 7pm. The club is located at 135 Little Oakey Creek Rd, Withcott, Qld. No booking is required, players can simply show up on the day.
The cost for a full day or night of gameplay with your own blaster and gels is $25. However, if you don't have a blaster, you can hire one from the club for $25 per blaster, which includes unlimited gels. It's important to note that the number of available blasters for hire is limited.
Skirmish Toowoomba HQ offers a variety of games, including close quarters combat (CQB), “Capture the Flag,” and “Find the Cache. ” Most of the games are scenario-based and focus on teamwork and capturing multiple objectives. With 110 acres of playing fields, including bush fields, villages, bunkers, and a CQB field, players are guaranteed an exciting and diverse gameplay experience. The club ensures that all games are legal.
Children are welcome to play at Skirmish Toowoomba HQ. While there is no specific age requirement in Queensland for playing with gel blasters, the club policy states that kids must be over 10 years old to participate. Children aged 10-13 must be supervised by an adult at all times while onsite. On the other hand, children aged 13-18 can play without supervision, as all games are refereed.
Any child under 15 years old must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian before playing.
Players are advised to come prepared with their own blaster and hydrated gels. Wearing a long sleeve shirt, long pants, and covered shoes is mandatory, as is wearing a hat. It is highly recommended to bring a full water bottle, as hydration is important during gameplay. Paintball masks and camouflage overalls can be hired for a small fee.
Eye protection is essential, and the club strongly recommends using Australian Standard Safety Glasses. Players must have proper eyewear to participate.
The club provides toilet facilities, although it is significant to note that the onsite toilet operates on a “Bucket Flush System” due to the lack of water. Instructions for using the toilet are provided on the wall.
Skirmish Toowoomba HQ currently accepts cash only; credit card payments are not accepted. The nearest ATM to the club is located at the Withcott service station. After the game is finished, players are welcome to enjoy beer or alcohol, but consumption during gameplay is strictly prohibited.
For bookings and inquiries, players can call 07 46353917 or 0418717199. The club does not have an online booking service. A minimum of 8 players is required to book a session. If there are 7 players or less, it is recommended to call and check if they can join an existing booked game.
Session times are as follows: 9 am – 11 am, 12 pm – 2 pm, and 3 pm – 5 pm, seven days a week. Players are expected to arrive at the shed no later than 30 minutes before their session start time to ensure ample time for preparation. Each two-hour session is divided into four 20-minute games. Session times can be customised depending on other bookings.
Prices at Skirmish Toowoomba HQ are cash only. Each pack includes gun, goggles, and field hire.