Black Bears
ABOUT
The Black Bears program is for athletes 10-13 years old who have no biathlon experience and wish to build basic biathlon skills. Athletes are invited (but not required) to compete in local races organized by the club, however, the focus of the program is on fun and learning skills, not competing.
Chelsea Nordiq will provide laser rifles for this group to train on.
We will split the season into two sessions (fall and winter) so athletes can choose to do either one of the sessions, or both sessions. This enables athletes to start later in the season or explore other activities should they choose.
The building of biathlon skills will take place in weekly training sessions with the Fall session starting in late September, and the Winter session starting in early January. Training sessions will run Sunday afternoons.
Some ski instruction will be provided, however athletes are encouraged to be registered in a ski training group either within Chelsea Nordiq or another ski club.
Location Note: The fall session will take at the Biathlon Range at Camp Fortune. Winter session will take place at Larrimac Golf Course.
For more information contact biath-coord@chelseanordiq.ca
Start Date: Fall: October 5th, 2025; Winter: Jan 4th, 2026
Group size limit: 20 participants
Mandatory external memberships:
Biathlon Canada membership (register first with Biathlon Canada. Have your membership # handy for Chelsea Nordiq biathlon registration)
Quebec Biathlon Federation (FQB) or Biathlon Ontario (BiON) membership (select your province of residence during Biathlon Canada registration)
Family or ‘Learn to’ Individual Club Membership
FAQ
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No previous shooting experience. Ski experience is helpful but not mandatory. It is encouraged to sign up for a nordic ski program (Race or Adventure)
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Sessions are Sundays from 11am-12:30pm.
Fall Black Bears will take place at the biathlon range at Camp Fortune.
Winter Black Bears will take place at Larrimac Golf Course 1148 Route 105, Chelsea. It is strongly recommended to car pool to Larrimac as parking is limited.
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Sessions are led by trained coaches and supported by volunteer parents.
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Active wear, running shoes, skate skis, skate boots, poles, gloves, tuque.
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The cost for the program is $185.00 for the fall session and $185.00 for the winter session.
Additionally, all registrants must purchase a Family or Individual Chelsea Nordiq Club Membership.
