Two Longer Games
One extended game on the first map, followed by another extended game on the second.
Four Shorter Games
Two different games on the first map, followed by two on the second. Both formats provide the same full hour of gameplay.
The instructors choose the format that will give your particular group the better experience rather than forcing every party through exactly the same programme.
Each game produces a winning team and points towards the overall result.
At the end of the session, the scores are combined and the overall Gelball winners are announced.
Gelball Pistols
The majority of younger and smaller participants use our Gelball pistols.
They are compact, lighter to handle and fire one gel ball per shot.
Gelball Shotguns
Older, larger or stronger participants may be offered one of our Gelball shotguns.
The shotgun fires five gel balls at the same time, creating a wider spread with each shot.
Even if several gel balls from one shotgun blast hit the same player, it still counts as only one elimination.
Full-Face Protection
Every player wears supplied full-face protection throughout live gameplay.
The protection must remain correctly fitted while a game is taking place.
Deliberately aiming towards another participant’s head is prohibited. A player deliberately firing at heads will be warned, and repeated deliberate head shots may result in removal from the game.
Private Gelball Birthday Parties
Gelball works particularly well as a birthday activity because every booking is private. Another party is never added to your group.
Parents, older siblings and other adults are more than welcome to join the games. Participating adults pay the same £20 per person and count towards the group numbers.
After the activity, choose the party arrangement that suits you.
Session Times
Standard Gelball sessions run on Sundays at: 10PM · 12PM · 2PM.
We do not run children’s activities on Saturdays.
Private midweek Gelball sessions may also be available, with more flexible start times. Midweek bookings should be arranged by telephone.
Arrival
Please arrive 30 minutes before your session.
This gives time for registration, organising the teams, issuing equipment, fitting protection and completing the safety briefing before the full hour of gameplay begins.
Clothing & Footwear
Wear comfortable outdoor clothing suitable for active play.
We strongly recommend:
Sandals, sliders and other loose footwear are unsuitable for the outdoor game zones.
Weather
Gelball normally continues in ordinary rain.
Sessions may be postponed if high winds, lightning or another condition makes the game zones unsafe.
If Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park postpones your session, you will be offered an alternative date or booking credit.
Accessibility
We have accommodated wheelchair users during Gelball events before.
However, the outdoor maps contain uneven ground, buildings, obstacles and natural terrain, so access can be difficult.
Please call 01757 289322 before booking to discuss individual requirements. We will make every reasonable effort to find a practical solution.
Booking & Payment
All Gelball sessions must be booked in advance.
Online bookings are paid in full.
Telephone bookings can be secured with a £100 deposit, with the remaining balance due during the week before the event.
For full cancellation and booking-change information, see our Booking Information page.
Is Gelball Right for Your Group?
Gelball is one of several private children’s activities available at Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park.
The best choice depends on the age of the youngest child and the type of experience the group wants.
Not sure which one to choose? Call 01757 289322 and we will help you select the most suitable activity for your group.