Frequently Asked Questions
No—our taggers use eye-safe infrared, similar to a TV remote. No projectiles, no paint, no welts.
Yes. It’s supervised and non-contact with no projectiles. Coaches run a safety briefing and enforce rules throughout.
We’ve run 50+ events so far with no safety issues because the game is structured and coached.
Recommended for ages 6 and up. Mixed ages and abilities are welcome; our coach will adjust the rules and pacing to ensure fair play.
Closed-toe shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and a water bottle. Avoid long scarves or dangling accessories.
Both work. Indoor is best if you want weather-proof play (gyms, halls, large open rooms). Outdoor is great for yards and open fields when the weather is good.
As a rule of thumb, about 1,000 sq ft of open area works well.
We’ve even run events in non-traditional spaces (like a large canteen) after furniture was moved aside.
If you’re unsure, email us a photo of your space and we’ll confirm what works.
Yes. We bring foldable obstacles and LED objectives; we’ll place them based on your space.
We can use inflatable bunkers by request, but we don’t default to them because they require extra care for safe placement and take longer to set up.
Most events use our foldable panels, which are lighter and faster to set up safely. Details: https://gameyard.ca/our-gear
We arrive 30–45 minutes before start time to walk the site and set props safely.
Yes! Night sessions look great! We just need to ensure the lighting is set up properly so the play area remains safe.
No projectile noise. Audio cues and cheers are moderate and backyard-friendly.
They’re lightweight and sized for kids and adults. The weight of each is 900 grams.
We can scale to very large groups using rotations. We’ve run events from 12 players up to 100 players so far.
Typical format: short rounds (about 6–7 minutes) with team rotation so everyone gets multiple turns.
Birthday Parties: book now with clear packages and a $100 deposit to hold your date.
Corporate Events: request a quote (we reply within 24 hours with pricing + a clear plan).
Community & Group Events: request a quote (we reply within 24 hours with pricing + a clear plan).
If you choose Our Yard (venue option) for a birthday, we can provide the venue rental receipt so you can see we do not add markup to the venue fee.
It includes:
For rain or snow, we offer free rescheduling (subject to availability).
If an unforeseen issue happens within 24 hours of your event, we offer free rescheduling (subject to availability). Please contact us as soon as you know.
For rain or snow, we offer free rescheduling (subject to availability).
Yes. Our travel fee is as follows:
Calculated from our Milton office (207 Mary St, Milton):
Up to 25 km — Free
25–45 km — $49
45–80 km — $99
80+ km — Call for quote
Yes. GAMEYARD carries up to $5 million commercial general liability insurance. A certificate of insurance (COI) can be provided on request.
Yes. Most of the public parks require a permit. The client secures any permits; we’ll supply details needed for approvals.
Yes—subject to scheduling and gear availability. Tell us early so we can plan rotations and staffing.
We can scale to very large groups using rotations. We’ve run events from 12 players up to 100 players so far.
Typical format: short rounds (about 6–7 minutes) with team rotation so everyone gets multiple turns.
Rounds are typically 6–7 minutes each (we can adjust slightly based on your group size). Most groups play multiple rounds with rotation, so everyone gets several turns. We aim for 90 minutes of total play time, even if you take a short break for food/cake.
Yes! Totally fine. We’re flexible. Our goal is 90 minutes of play time, even if you take a short break for pizza or cake in the middle.
Yes. We offer an add-on called the Media Pack for $100. If you select it, we’ll bring a Nikon pro camera (and a drone when the location allows) and deliver 20 edited photos + a 1-minute highlight video within 48 hours after the event.
Absolutely! objectives, roles, time blocks, and debriefs can be tuned to your goals.
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