Junior Development

ABOUT

The Junior Development program is for .22 Biathlon athletes (Aged 13-14) who are looking for a standard biathlon program to help develop and advance their shooting abilities and who are looking to compete at the local and provincial level. This program is built around 2 sessions of live shooting per week (Mon. 6:30-8:00pm & Sat. 2:30-4:00pm), as well as some at-home dry-firing drills suggested by coaches. Previous biathlon experience is not required, but is helpful. Athletes should also be registered in a nordic ski program as the focus of this group is on shooting skills and fitness.

An optional but highly recommended camp (the costs of these camps are not included):

• Gatineau Super Camp (mid August)

Athletes must have their own rifle and purchase their own ammunition. The club does have a limited number of rifles to rent for the summer or season. Priority will be given to athletes in the Junior/Senior Development program.

For more information contact biath-coord@chelseanordiq.ca

Start Date:

Summer: May 11th, 2024

Fall: September 3rd, 2024

Group size limit: 12 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)

• A valid Non-Restricted Firearms Acquisition License (PAL). 

To get your PAL, you must take the CFSC course See CFSC being offered on the Gatineau area

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FAQ

• What shooting/ski level should the athlete be at?

  Previous biathlon experience not required but beneficial. Athletes should also be registered in a nordic program.

• When and where will the sessions take place?

  Sessions are Monday 6:30-8:00pm and Saturday 2:30-4:00pm at Chelsea Nordiq’s Biathlon Range, located at Camp Fortune.

• Who coaches the sessions?

  Sessions are led by trained coaches.

• What equipment does each athlete need?

  Active wear, running shoes, skate skis, skate boots, poles, gloves, tuque. Athletes must provide their own Biathlon rifle. A small number of rifles may be available to rent from the club.

• Sounds great. What’s the cost?

  Spring/Summer $277.50, Fall/Winter $647.50

  Additionally, all registrants must purchase a Family or Individual Chelsea Nordiq Club Membership.

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