Airsoft is a military sports game that uses a replica of real small arms.  Instead of bullets, plastic balls with 6 mm or 8 mm are used.  Airsoft is not a fast game. It can last several hours and sometimes several days.

Laws on Airsoft for Kids

Airsoft is quite an exciting game, but you need to understand that anything can happen on the field. There are many cases where people have been injured from being hit by a ball or falling on the range. Therefore, it is recommended to start playing airsoft at the age of 18. But many clubs make exceptions and allow minors to play. For example, the most suitable period for playing airsoft in the USA is 13 years. At this age, many teenagers have already understood how to properly behave with a weapon and how dangerous it can be. The teenager understands that he needs to handle weapons so that he does not damage himself and others. In the USA, any child aged ten can already play airsoft, but this is regulated by the state's laws where you live. Some states have a limited minimum age for obtaining airsoft guns.

Rules About Kids at the Airsoft Field

If you are convinced that your child can play airsoft in your State, you need to find a suitable field. All fields have a minimum age for finding children in their field and special rules. Not all fields allow children under the age of 16 to be in their area. Many occupations require children under a certain age to accompany their parents on the field.  In addition, many fields require that children under the age of 16 wear full face masks to protect the face and eyes, which is quite essential.

Why 13 is The best age to start playing Airsoft

Airsoft, in general, is not a dangerous game, but only if you handle the weapon correctly. Child responsibility is the key to success. As statistics show, children at thirteen are already more responsible for firearms. Accordingly, adolescents think about the consequences of their actions at this age. Also, adolescents behave pretty carefully and do not make unnecessary wrong movements. It is essential to explain to the child before the game about the danger of weapons and the injuries they can lead to. Airsoft guns are dangerous to the eyes and teeth. Parents must evaluate their child themselves, whether he is ready for such a game.

The average age of airsofters

Most people play airsoft at the age of 20.  Therefore, your child will play with people older than him.  You must understand whether your child is ready for such a game or not. It all depends on the child's development; sometimes, a 10-year-old child can be more responsible than a 20-year-old adult.  However, this rarely happens, and by the age of 10, the child is active and wants to explore everything around.  He doesn't think about the consequences.  For this reason, I do not recommend playing airsoft for children under 13 years of age.

Airsoft Safety Gear for Kids

The right airsoft equipment will help weaken the whole body's blows and defenses.  This is especially important for a child.  Below is a list of protections to help protect your child when he plays airsoft on the field.

Glasses and face mask

These are the things that will protect your face as injuries to the front and eyes are frequent in airsoft.

Gloves

Gloves are needed to improve grip.  With gloves, sliding on weapons is minimized

Bulletproof vest

The bulletproof vest will help protect the body from various shrapnel and direct wounds.  Nowadays, body armor is primarily lightweight and comfortable to use.