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This course will further develop the skills required for biathlon. It is aimed at individuals who have previous biathlon shooting experience. You will learn shooting theory and further development of shooting out of breath in the prone and stand positions. Running or rollerskiing will be used for out of breath exercises, and coaching will be provided for those who wish to improve their rollerskiing. Additionally there will be opportunities on this course to learn fitness techniques and skills specific to biathlon.
DETAILED INFO
AIMS
Further develop shooting skills, and the ability to shoot while out of breath, as required for the sport of biathlon.
PRE-REQUISITES
Previous tuition in rifle handling and some experience of target shooting.
IS IT FOR ME?
This course will further develop the skills required for biathlon. It is aimed at individuals who can:
Rollerski for an hour on undulating terrain
Demonstrate all rollerski skating techniques
Shoot a 20 shot score at 50m (10 prone, 10 stand) of more than 105
You will become quicker in rifle on/off drills and further develop shooting while out of breath in the prone and stand positions. There will be an emphasis on much greater accuracy while in the calm state. Rollerskiing and running will be used for out of breath exercises, although the main emphasis will be on rollerskiing to stimulate as closely as possible the winter sport of biathlon. Additionally there will be opportunities on this course to learn fitness techniques specific to biathlon.
To get the most out of these four days we recommend that you have a high level of fitness.
Prior to your course, please complete the attached questionnaire summarising your previous experience and detailing equipment requirements, returning to Glenmore Lodge at least 1 week before course start date.
CONTENT
Safety & Course Acceptance
Rifle handling and shooting is a serious business. Glenmore Lodge reserve the right to decline attendance on this course should they become aware of, or have prior knowledge of, an individual’s unsuitability for this course.
Instructor
Your course instructor will be Mike Dixon, MBE, BEM. Mike competed in 6 Winter Olympics for Great Britain, one in cross country and five in biathlon, between 1984 and 2002. Mike reigned as Britain’s top biathlete from 1987 to 2002. At the Albertville Olympics in 1992 Mike was the first Olympian to ever shoot a perfect score in the Olympic 20km race.
Mike is a dynamic and inspirational instructor who has been coaching rollerskiing, cross country skiing and biathlon for the last twenty years. He is a Senior Tutor in Cross Country Skiing and Rollerskiing for Snowsport England. In 2004 he started the first biathlon development club for children.
For the last ten years Mike has been commentating for Eurosport’s Winter Season in Biathlon, Cross Country Skiing, Nordic Combined and occasionally Ski Jumping.
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Book your course place online
Step 2
Call to book accommodation. Prices from £60pn
DATES & PRICES
| 2024 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COURSE DATE | COST (with accommodation) |
COST (no accommodation) |
PLACES | BOOKING |
| Date27/06/24 | Cost (with accommodation)Call Us – Prices from £60pn | Cost (no accommodation)£605.00 | PlacesFULL | Contact Us |
| Date22/08/24 | Cost (with accommodation)Call Us – Prices from £60pn | Cost (no accommodation)£605.00 | PlacesFULL | Contact Us |
| Need a different date? Call 01479 861 256 to arrange your own date, or email [email protected] | ||||
USEFUL INFORMATION
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Instruction
Use of kit
Packed lunch and afternoon tea each day
In-course transport
WHAT'S INCLUDED IF YOU CHOOSE THE RESIDENTIAL OPTION - AS ABOVE PLUS
Bed in en-suite room – available from 3pm on day before your course starts
Breakfast
Dinner for each course day (except one day and back-to-back courses)
Use of the facilities at Glenmore Lodge
Linen is provided along with a towel, you may wish to bring an extra towel if you would like to use the facilities
NEED TO KNOW
WHAT WILL I NEED
Listed here are the essentials, this is not an exhaustive list.
Rollerskis, boots & poles (can be supplied if required)
Running wear and shoes
Midge repellent / Midge Net
Sun screen
Plenty of warm clothing
Waterproofs
Thin gloves for shooting/thick gloves for rollerskiing
Long sleeve top to simulate ski suit
Small backpack
Water bottle
Personal toiletries & medications (towels are provided)
Glenmore Lodge also has a pool, gym & climbing wall – so don’t forget your swimming/gym/climbing kit!
Rifles, ammunition and shooting equipment supplied.
All rollerskiing equipment, boots and poles supplied, but if you have your own, you are welcome to bring them.
GLENMORE LODGE CAN SUPPLY:
Waterproof jackets and trousers
Walking Boots
Gaiters
Day & Expedition Sacs
