RACE PROGRAMS

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BIATHLON BEARS U12 & U14

Biathlon Bears – Track attack program is for skiers who desire to continue their skill development through the exciting and challenging sport of biathlon. It is designed for children between 10-13 years old. It is a 3-tiered program and participants are recognized as they progress through the levels.  In this program, athletes will progressively work toward developing and refining their skiing and shooting abilities in a safe and fun manner through the use of drills, games, relays, and more. Biathlon Bears is for young athletes in the FUNdamentals and Learn to Train development stages of the Long-Term Athlete Development Model. Important development of mental and physical skills, focus, and discipline is gained, skills that can be applied to all future avenues of life.

EXPECTATIONS/COMMITMENTS

• Athletes and parents must complete the introduction to biathlon course
• One parent is required to be present at each session
• Previous ski experience is not a requirement at the U12 level, but can be an asset
• ski experience at the U14 level is required, unless discussed with coach
  **If you are a Biathlon Bear, please register only as a Biathlon Bear and do not register for Track attack**

Rifle:

All biathletes must have a biathlon rifle. There are a number of club rifles available to new biathletes on a first come first served basis, rental is $165 for the first year and $215 for subsequent years. 

A firearms PAL (possession acquisition license) is required before anyone can take a rifle home for dry firing practice.

All biathletes must pay for the ammunition they use. Typical ammo cost for a year is between $140.00 and $400.00.

 

Fundraising and Volunteering:

The success of our programs hinge on volunteer coaches and parent help in a variety of disciplines. We ask that for every child registered in the program, there is volunteer help from at least one parent. Parents are asked to find a volunteer role that best suits their schedule, interest and abilities. The club requires both new and experienced coaches at various levels, so if you are interested in coaching and don’t want to coach your own child, that’s not a problem. We’ll help you find a suitable coaching role. The club provides coach training, and you provide your time and knowledge to develop future athletes. If you would prefer a volunteer task that does not involve coaching, fantastic! We’ve got tasks for you. There is a section of volunteer opportunities on the Zone4 registration to identify your interests. Thank you to all our volunteers!

 

We have a fundraising policy. Families will be given the choice of actively participating in fundraising activities or paying a fundraising levy. More information will be distributed upon registration. If you would like to be involved in coordinating fundraising activities, please send an e-mail expressing your interest to programs@caledonianordic.com.

 

Register Here	U12 Fall/Winter	U14 Race Provincial	U14 Race National Comprehensive race program and training	Notes
Age	10-12	13-14	13-14
Dates	September 13, 2022 - March 11, 2023	September 13, 2022 - March 11, 2023	Spring - May 13-June 25 Summer - July 5-Sept 1 Fall/Winter - Sept 13-Mar 11, 2023	Practice Locations and details are communicated using Coach's Calendar
# Days	3 days/ week	3 days a week	4/5 days a week	Cold weather cancellation is below -20. See our COLD WEATHER POLICY
Number of Sessions	75	75	Spring - 25 Summer - 50 Fall/Winter - 110	All participants must have a Biathlon BC membership, a CNSC membership and a range pass
Registration Deadline	September 6th, 2022	September 6th, 2022
Price	$708.75	$708.75	Full Year: $1701.90 Summer/Fall/Winter: $1511.90	Fees include wax at club supported races and range fees

 

 

BIATHLON RACE NATIONAL/PROVINCIAL U16/U18 

The Junior/Senior Biathlon Race Team at Caledonia Nordic Ski Club (“CNSC”) represents the Learn-to-Compete and Train-to-Compete on the Long Term Athlete Development guide.

The program is supported year-round by Biathlon Head Coach Ali Cadell, as well as dedicated volunteer club coaches and parents. 

INCLUDED: 

• Individualized training plan
• Coach monitored training log through Training Peaks – Basic account
• 3 parent/athlete Coach meetings
• Individual athlete/coach meetings when required

EXPECTATIONS/COMMITMENTS

• Highly motivated
• Committed to attend training sessions
• Strives to achieve 450-600 hours of training per year
• Communicates independently with coaches 
• Completes training log weekly with appropriate RPE and comments
• Maintains a positive growth mindset
• Reads, understands, signs and fulfills our Athlete Code of Conduct, Medical Form, The Physical Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q PLUS)
• Equipment List

Competitions:

This program is focused on training and racing. We work together as a team, with combined parent support. If a parent is unable to travel with their athlete, please arrange with another family for travel and support.

The Race team is encouraged to participate in the CCBC Teck Cup race series sanctioned by Cross Country BC and the BiBC Cup competition series sanctioned by Biathlon BC. In addition, the group may attend club level races, NorAm competitions, provincial and national championships.

Note: We encourage multi-sport involvement for enjoyment and to develop a full range of athletic abilities. Older athletes often have work and other responsibilities. The Head Coach will meet with athletes and parents pre-season to preview schedules, clarify goals & mutual expectations to outline a plan that balances the individual needs of the athlete with the needs of running a cohesive club program. The Head Coach will be flexible in helping to determine the right balance and reserves the right to set minimum training and attendance requirements.

 

Rifle:

All biathletes must have a biathlon rifle. There are a number of club rifles available to biathletes on a first come first served basis, rental is $165 for the first year and $215 for subsequent years. Athletes who intend to compete for several years in biathlon are encouraged to purchase their own rifle so that it may be adjusted to their particular requirements.

A firearms PAL (possession acquisition license) is required before anyone can take a rifle home for dry firing practice.

All biathletes must pay for the ammunition they use. Typical ammo cost for a year is between $140.00 and $400.00.

Parent Expectations:

Parents are required to read, understand, sign and fulfill our Parent Code of Conduct. It is expected that at least one parent will assist in race support  and other activities. Parents will be asked during registration their desired role.

 

Positive People + Positive Place + Positive Sport = Positive Culture

 

Register Here	U16/U18 Race National Full Year Comprehensive race program and training from July until March, *	U16/U18 Race Provincial	Notes
Age	14-18	14-18	Prerequisites (one of the two): Previous experience with skate and classic skiing Other fitness and skill levels that match the group’s training requirements.
Dates	May 10, 2022/ or  July 5th, 2022 – March 31, 2023	Sept 11, 2022- March 11, 2023	Practice Locations and details are communicated using Coach's Calendar
Number of Sessions	Spring : 30 Summer-Winter : 160	75
Days	4/5 days/week	3 days/week
Registration Deadline		September 6th, 2022	All participants must have a Biathlon BC membership and CNSC membership.  Range passes for athletes are included in registration fees.
Price	Full Year: $1815.90 July- March : $1587.90	$708.75	Fees include wax at club supported races and range fees

 

XC Programs

Follows same outline as the above Biathlon description minus the shooting

Track attack U12 & U14

 

Register Here	U12 Fall/Winter	U14 Race Provincial	U14 Race National Comprehensive race program and training	Notes
Age	10-12	12-13	12-13
Dates	Fall/ Winter: Sep 13, 2022 - Mar 11, 2023 Winter Only : December 1, 2022, March 11, 2023	Sept 13-Mar 11, 2023	Spring - May 13-June 25 Summer - July 5-Sept 1 Fall/Winter - Sept 13-Mar 11, 2023	Practice Locations and details are communicated using Coach's Calendar
# of days	3 days/ week	3 days/ week	4/5 days/ week	Cold weather cancellation is below -20. See our COLD WEATHER POLICY
Number of Sessions	Fall/Winter: 75 Winter:  38	Fall/ Winter: 75 Winter: 38	Spring -25 Summer - 40 Fall/Winter -110	All participants must have a Biathlon BC membership, a CNSC membership and a range pass
Registration Deadline	September 2022	September 2022
Price	Fall/Winter: $708.75 Winter: $438.90	Fall/Winter: $708.75 Winter: $438.90	Full Year: $1701.90 Summer/Fall/Winter: $1511.90	Fees include wax at club supported races and range fees

 

Cross country race National/Provincial U16 &U18

Register Here	U16/U18 Race National Full Year Comprehensive race program and training from July until March, *	U16/U18 Race Provincial	Notes
Age	14-18	14-18	Prerequisites (one of the two): Previous experience with skate and classic skiing Other fitness and skill levels that match the group’s training requirements.
Dates	May 10, 2022/ or  July 5th, 20220 – March 31, 2023	Sept 11, 2022- March 11,2023	Practice Locations and details are communicated using Coach's Calendar
Number of Sessions	Full Year: 175 Summer-Winter 150	75
Days	4/5 days/week	3 days/ week	See our COLD WEATHER POLICY
Registration Deadline		September 2022	All participants must have a Biathlon BC membership and CNSC membership.
Price	Full Year: $1701.90 Summer/Fall/Winter : $1511.90	Fall/ Winter: $708.75	Fees include wax at club supported races and range fees

 

 

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