Kids Laser Tag

Kids love laser tag – for them it is like hide and seek, cops and robbers, or Indians and cowboys. What they need is laser tag equipment, a bit of adult supervision to keep the ball rolling, and you can have your kids playing laser tags for a long time, without bothering you as you do chores around the house!

In this article we talk about tips on how to make laser tag work for kids, whether at home or at arena, the equipment you will need for kids laser tag, and other tips about playing laser tag.

Kids Laser Tag Equipment

An infrared hand gun, an infrared suits, holsters etc are a necessary part of a game of laser tag. For kids laser tag too, you will require these equipment. For equipment such as laser tag guns, size is not much of a concern. But for laser tag vests, kids will need appropriate sized vests.

You have two options of getting equipment for kids laser tag – first is to rent the laser tag equipment; second is to purchase the equipment. Renting the equipment is much more common than purchasing it. To rent kids laser tag equipment, you should locate the laser tag rental outlets in your area – these are usually also the ones that rent out other sporting goods such as skis and paintball equipment. You can also rent using online stores. The International Laser Tag Association website is a great resource not just to find out about kids laser tag rental outlets, but for a lot of other resources, such as knowing about the rules of the game you want to play.

Laser tag is also rented for kids social events such as birthday parties – in which case you will need to rent out fore more than a few kids. In such instances, you can ask for discounts for renting out on bulk. Most outlets will offer you the discount without being asked for it too – they usually have plans for such parties.

Tips for Kids Laser Tag

Laser tag birthday parties are one of the most enjoyable birthday parties kids can have. Here are some ideas to make them fun

• Allow the kids to choose a nick name for them. They can call themselves Billy the Kid, Long John or call their team The Goonies.
• Have a peace out and serve pizza. Sure this tip has nothing to do with laser tag per se but pizza is always welcome!
• Encourage team work in kid's laser tag. This is a great way to build their social skills.
• If there are adults too in the mix, remember to keep it profanity free. This is all the more applicable because most arenas have a no-profanity policy.
• As a parent, be prepared to sign a liability waiver when you play at a sporting arena. This also means that you are responsible for the care and execution of the game.
• Make sure that every kid knows how to play the game before the game starts. The game equipment can be complicated for some, with its LCD screen and the hand sensitive barrel.