Intro to Biathlon

Adult skier learning biathlon skills

Intro to Biathlon Program

This adult program offers a fun, safe, and engaging introduction to biathlon for adults of all skill levels—no prior skiing experience required!

Participants build confidence in skate skiing, and learn shooting skills using Eco-Aims rifles, which are camera-based and ammunition-free, ensuring safety at city locations.  Offered in 3-week blocks to gauge interest for a future winter-long program.

  • Block 1: January 7, 14, 21 (January 28 make-up date if needed)

  • Block 2: February 4, 11, 25 (February 18 or March 4 make-up date if needed)

A minimum of 3 registrants are needed per block to make this program go ahead.  Maximum 10 registrants.

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Program Details

  • Adults

  • See Description above

  • Each block includes three Thursday evening sessions from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. at Confederation Park Golf Course in Calgary.

  • Foothills provides coaching and rifle support for local races during winter. Athletes can also compete in provincial cup races, gaining experience in the broader biathlon community (race fees not included).

  • 2026/2027 Fees

  • If you have any questions, please e-mail adultprograms@foothillsnordic.ca

  • Download the Handbook HERE.