All Biathlon Bears programs at CNSC use the EcoAim infrared camera system. These rifles are a safe, inexpensive, and effective way to introduce athletes to the sport and develop their skills before they graduate to using .22 calibre rifles. Go to www.ecoaims.com for more information.
Summer Bears
FOCUS: Introduction to Biathlon
Biathlon EcoAim program for kids ages 8 to 11, (born 2012 – 2015) with a focus on biathlon skill development and fun. This four-day “home camp” will introduce participants to rifle safety, marksmanship and will include running, games, and other dryland activities.
Coaching: Kerstin Wichers
Resource: Biathlon Canada’s Biathlon Bears Program
Coaching contact: Stuart Harden
DATES: August 22-25
TIME: 5:00-6:15pm
PROGRAM COST: Program fee: $100 Canmore Nordic Membership: $20Nordic Alberta/Nordiq Canada Insurance Coverage: $22
Biathlon Canada Membership: $25 (purchase separately)PARTICIPANTS: Limited to 15 athletes
ONLINE REGISTRATION: HERE
Polar Bears
FOCUS: Introduction to Biathlon
Biathlon EcoAim program for ages 9 to 10 (born 2013 or 2014), with a focus on biathlon skill development and fun. This program runs in the winter only and must be taken simultaneously with one of the following cross country ski programs: Jackrabbit, Intro to Track Attack, or Track Attack. The biathlon program is an add-on when registering for the ski program
Coaching: Kerstin Wichers
Resource: Biathlon Canada’s Biathlon Bears Program
Coaching contact: Stuart Harden
DATES: You can choose from one of two blocks:
BLOCK 1: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
BLOCK 2: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
TIMES: 4:45-6:00pm
COST: Program fee is $100. Does not include CNSC, Biathlon Canada, and Nordiq Canada memberships (mandatory)
PARTICIPANTS: Limited to 15 athletes per block
ONLINE REGISTRATION: HERE
Grizzly Bears
FOCUS: Biathlon Rifle and Racing Skill Development
Biathlon EcoAim program for ages 10 to 11 (born 2012 or 2013) with a focus on biathlon racing skill development. This program runs through the fall and winter and must be taken simultaneously with the Track Attack ski program. Older skiers who are new to the sport and registered in Track Attack may also join the Grizzly Bears program. Athletes will be able to compete in 2 local races and 1 away race throughout the season. The biathlon program is an add-on when registering for the ski program.
COACHING: Kerstin Wichers
RESOURCE: Biathlon Canada’s Biathlon Bears Program
Coaching contact: Stuart Harden
DATES: October 3 – February 27
TIMES: Tuesdays, 4:45-6:15pm
COST: Program fee is $340. Does not include CNSC, Biathlon Canada, and Nordiq Canada memberships (mandatory)
LIMITED SPACE: Limited to 15 athletes
ONLINE REGISTRATION: 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. Biathlon Bears 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:
- Choose “Civilian Biathlon Program”
- Choose “Recreational Athlete” for a membership category
