Intro to Biathlon (June)
FOCUS: Introduction to Biathlon
Biathlon .22 calibre rifle program for adults to try the sport, no prior experience with shooting or skiing required.
Sessions will be focused on rifle safety, skill development, and fun.
The program will include activities like running and games geared towards general fitness.
Coincides with the (in)famous BWTC Pub Nights.
Coaching: Stuart Harden
DATES: Thursdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23
TIMES: 6:30-8:00pm
MEETING PLACE: Canmore Nordic Ski Club team room in the biathlon parking area
COST: $268 (includes daily range passes, rifle rental, and ammunition)
PARTICIPANTS: 10 maximum
ONLINE REGISRATION: Now closed
Intermediate Biathlon (August)
FOCUS: Biathlon Rifle Skill and Fitness Development
Biathlon .22 calibre rifle program for adults with some experience in the sport or who have completed the introduction program.
Sessions will be focused on skill development, fitness, and dryland training options.
DATES: Tuesdays, August 2, 9, 16, 23
TIMES: 6:30-8:00pm
MEETING PLACE: Canmore Nordic Ski Club team room in the biathlon parking area
COST: $268 (includes daily range passes, rifle rental, and ammunition)
PARTICIPANTS: 15 maximum
ONLINE REGISRATION: Register here
WINTER 2023
Winter Biathlon (February)
FOCUS: Biathlon Rifle Skill and Ski Skill Development
Introductory and intermediate Biathlon .22 calibre rifle program for all adults: no experience necessary, prior experience welcome.
Sessions will be focused on rifle safety, accuracy development, and ski skills.
Coaching: Stuart Harden
DATES: Tuesdays, Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 28
TIMES: 4:45-6:15
MEETING PLACE: Canmore Nordic Ski Club team room in the biathlon parking area
COST: $280
Fees cover coaching, daily range passes, ammunition and rifle rental. Participants will need their own ski gear (skate preferably but classic can work too). Rentals are available at Trail Sports.
PARTICIPANTS: 15 maximum
ONLINE REGISTRATION: Register Here
Purchasing a Biathlon Alberta (BA) Membership is mandatory before you register in a Biathlon program. BA provides insurance coverage when the participant is in the range area. The Adult Recreational .22 programs require a Recreational Athlete Membership for both Biathlon Canada and Biathlon Alberta.
Get your Biathlon membership here before registering for the program.
Helpful information on BA membership categories:
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- Choose “Civilian Biathlon Program”
- Choose “Recreational” under Membership Category
