Senior Development

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The Senior Development program is for athletes aged 15 and older who are looking to develop and advance their .22 caliber 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 (Mon. 6:30-8:00pm & Sat. 1:00-2:30pm), 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.

The program runs sessions in May (Spring/Summer) as well as September (Fall/Winter).  For those not available for regular summer training, some weekend training camps will be offered throughout the summer.

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 5th, 2025

Fall: September 1st, 2025

Group size limit:  15 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 (in summer), skate skis, skate boots, poles, gloves, tuque. Athletes must provide their own Biathlon rifle.

• Sounds great. What’s the cost?

  Spring/Summer $337.50, Fall/Winter $787.50

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

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