Masters

The Masters program is for .22 Biathlon athletes (Aged 25+) 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. Upon consultation with the coach, some athletes may be recommended to compete at Biathlon Canada National Championships. This program is built around 2 sessions of live shooting per week (Tue & Thu 6:30-8:00pm), as well as some at-home dry-firing drills suggested by coaches. Athletes should be capable in skate skiing, registration in a ski program or ski lessons is recommended but not required.

Three optional camps maybe available to masters athletes if extra spots are available (the costs of these camps are not included in your registration):

• Jericho, Vermont (Summer Rollerski/Biathlon Race) Early August, 1 week.

• Gatineau Super Camp (mid August)

• Craftsbury, Vermont Snow Camp (Late November/Early December)

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 14th, 2024

Fall: September 3rd, 2024

Group size limit: 18 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. Athletes should also be registered in a nordic program.

• When and where will the sessions take place?

  Sessions are Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm and Thursday 6:30-8:00pm at Chelsea Nordiq’s Biathlon Range, located at Camp Fortune.

• Who coaches the sessions?

  Sessions are led by trained coaches.

• What equipment do I need?

  Active wear, running shoes, skate skis, skate boots, poles, gloves, tuque. Athletes must provide their own Biathlon rifle.

• Sounds great. What’s the cost, and how do I register?

  The cost for the program is Spring/Summer $307.50, Fall/Winter $717.50.

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