Development Centre – Biathlon
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Sovereign Lake Nordic Development Centre (SLNDC) is a Biathlon Canada (BiCan) recognized training centre. The SLNDC has a focus which targets athletes between the ages of 17-24 (ie. graduated from high-school) who have shown dedication, potential for success in the sport, and are competitive at the national level. Sovereign Lake Nordic Development Centre boasts an integrated high-performance program, working closely with our nordic skiing team.
Our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence are the bedrock of our team’s philosophy. Together, these values shape a resilient and dynamic team culture, where athletes not only achieve their full potential but also contribute to a supportive and empowering community.
The SLDNC currently offers two streams: Performance, and Experience training options.
Information about Performance and Experience Training Options
Performance
May 1st, 2026 – April 1st, 2027
$4500 (A payment plan can be set up online.)
Payment Schedule: Payments are made through our payment system (Aluvii).
- Daily coaching as per the outlined schedule
- Individualized training plan based on the team Year-round Training Plan (YTP)
- Team clothing (*Amount per athlete conditional to sponsorship & fundraising)
- Race support (wax and coaching) at all designated races
- Access to team fundraising
- Access to discounted products from our sponsor, Stussi Sport
- Access to athlete rates and flexible booking with our partner, Easthill Physiotherapy
- Athlete IST through CSI
- Access to ski brand partnership connections
Not Included: Accommodations & daily transportation. Personal ski equipment and training wax, Ammunition or rifle, Trail & range passes. Additional costs incurred for training camps and race trips.
Experience
Summer break – various other times
Payment Schedule: $200 / week
Payments are made through our payment system (Aluvii).
- Daily coaching as per the outlined schedule
- Written debrief of observations for your personal / club coach
- Ability to join SLNDC for race support when appropriate (during race season)
- Option to purchase the SLNDC race suit
Not Included: Accommodations & daily transportation.
Personal ski equipment and training wax, Ammunition or rifle, Trail & range passes, team clothing. Additional costs incurred for training camps and race trips.
Sovereign Lake Nordic Development Centre – Cross Country
L2C (Learn to Compete) Biathlon – U17 Standing / Youth Men & Women ages
WELCOME TO OUR BIATHLON LEARN-TO-COMPETE PROGRAM FOR THE 2026/2027 SEASON!
All of our youth programs are designed around Sport Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development principles and follow Cross Country Canada’s program guidelines.
Our Learn-to-Compete (L2C) Biathlon Program runs as a fully integrated program alongside our Learn-to-Compete Cross Country Programs.
Did you know? Biathlon and Cross country use slightly different age categories. L2C Biathlon is for athletes who will be competing in the U17 standing categories in biathlon, and comparably the U18 / U20 categories in cross country skiing. – – – Now you know!
L2C Biathlon is for athletes who are interested in developing their skiing and target shooting skills, off-season training, and have a desire to compete at regional and provincial levels. A commitment to scheduled team training in the summer and fall, range/shooting sessions in the fall, and completing additional independent training at home and in the snow is expected.
Levels of training for individual athletes will vary according to their individual goals.
L2C Year-Round Cost: $ 1,910, plus an SLNC season pass, and Biathlon BC/Canada membership. If you are not supplying your own, a rifle rental and ammo fee will apply.
L2C Fall/Winter Cost: $ 1,330, plus an SLNC season pass, and Biathlon BC/Canada membership. If you are not supplying your own, a rifle rental and ammo fee will apply.
If you have any questions about the Biathlon Program please reach out to the SLNC Program Director & Biathlon: Head Coach, Eric. —> biathloncoach@sovereignlake.com
Program Details:
| L2C Year Round | L2C Fall Winter | |||
| Age Categories | Biathlon: U17 Standing / Youth M&W
XC: U18 / U20 |
Biathlon: U17 Standing / Youth M&W
XC: U18 / U20 |
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| Dates | May 15th, 2026 – April 1st, 2027 | September 1st, 2026 – April 1st, 2027 | ||
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School Schedule (Fall / Winter)
Tuesday 18:00-19:30 Thursday 18:00-19:30 Saturday: 9:00-11:30 |
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| Shooting Frequency | 2x/week | 2x/week | ||
| Shooting Sessions | Wed 17:00 – 19:00,
Sat 13:00 – 15:00.
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Wed 17:00 – 19:00,
Sat 13:00 – 15:00.
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| SLNC Season Pass | Variable – Don’t forget to buy your pass! | Variable – Don’t forget to buy your pass! | ||
| Biathlon BC Membership Fee* | Variable | Variable | ||
| Ammo* | Not Included | Not Included | ||
| Rifle* | Not included
Rifle Rental Option: $500 / season *Available as an add on with program registration* |
Not Included
Rifle Rental Option: $500 / season *Available as an add on with program registration* |
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*Individual Membership to Biathlon Canada is additional and is required. Once you are registered we will contact you to help you with your rifle rental and your ammo fees. You can direct questions about ammo and rifle rentals to biathloncoach@sovereignlake.com
Should we add athletes are required to have a valid firearms licence (Minor’s Licence) once registered in this category?
Athletes are required to have a PAL (Forearms – possession and acquisition license) in the L2C program. This process is to begin in the T2T biathlon stage.
** No formal programming:
- Variable on rest weeks
- Christmas Break
L2C (Learn to Compete) XC- U18/U20 ages
WELCOME TO OUR L2C RACING PROGRAM FOR THE 26/27 SEASON!
All of our youth programs are designed around Sport Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development principles and follow Cross Country Canada’s program guidelines.
The L2C program is designed for athletes competing in the U18 / U20 categories who are interested in developing their full range of skiing skills, off-season training and have the desire to compete at provincial and national levels. A commitment to scheduled team training sessions year-round and additional, independent training at home and on the snow is expected.
The L2C program includes athletes in XC & Biathlon into the same training group.
L2C XC athletes may choose to remain in this blend of weekend and evening training throughout their Junior years or join the L2C Academy Program which trains primarily during the day. Check out the SD22 High School Academy program here: SD22 Nordic Skiing Academy Program.
Athletes will be provided with a year-round training plan appropriate to their individual goals. Consideration of an athlete’s involvement with other sports, time commitment to ski training, and needs are all factors that play into which program options and training plan offerings are best suited to an individual athlete.
Program Details:
| L2C Year Round
XC: U18/U20 Biathlon: U17 Standing/ Youth M & W |
L2C Fall/Winter ONLY
XC: U18/U20 Biathlon: U17 Standing/ Youth M & W |
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| Dates | May 15th, 2026 – April 1st 2027 | September 1st, 2026 – April 1st 2027 | ||
| Total # of sessions | ||||
| Sessions/wk. | 3-4 | 3 | ||
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School Schedule (Spring, (Fall / Winter)
Tuesday 18:00-19:30 Thursday 18:00-19:30 Saturday 9:00-11:30
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The cold weather cut-off for L2C is -20 Celcius
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| Cost | $1515 | $1330 | ||
| Registration Deadline | Registration opens | Registration opens |
Competitions:
This program has a training and racing focus. Athletes will be well supported as they prepare for the ski season and compete in local, Provincial, and National level competitions that may include:
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- OK Cups / Club Championships
- BC Cups, BC Championships
- Western Canadian Championships
- Canadian National Championships
- + other local events and loppets
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Training camps:
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- BC Talent Squad, BC Development Squad, BC Ski Team Camps, as well as regional camps.
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Expectations of Athletes:
This is a training and racing program. Athletes should have a desire to train year-round and compete at provincial levels. A commitment to scheduled team training sessions in the summer and fall and to completing independent training is expected. Daily training logs (including resting heart rates, sleep hours, energy levels, etc) are introduced and used to monitor training response and give appropriate training advice. Athletes are expected to be proactive in informing coaches of upcoming events & activities that may conflict with scheduled training.
* An SLNC 26/27 season pass is required for participants in this program.
No formal programming:
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- Christmas Break
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Masters Training Group
T2T (Train to Train) XC – U14/U16 ages
WELCOME TO OUR T2T RACING PROGRAM FOR THE 25/26 SEASON!
All of our youth programs are designed around Sport Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development principles and follow Cross Country Canada’s program guidelines.
The T2T program is for athletes in the U14 / U16 categories who are interested in developing their full range of skiing skills, off-season training and have the desire to compete at regional and provincial levels. A commitment to scheduled team training sessions in the fall / winter and additional, independent training at home and on the snow is expected. We currently offer a robust summer program which develops strength, includes time-appropriate rollerski skills, and aerobic development.
Levels of training for individual athletes will vary according to their individual goals and other sports commitments. Goal setting and review meetings with a program coach will be held seasonally to assess progress and adjust training as necessary. Athletes will be guided through a robust seasonal training program with general guidance during the summer months to make sure off-season goals are met, including strength and aerobic capacity development, as well as maintenance of ski-specific skills.
Program Details:
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T2T Fall/Winter
XC: U14/U16 Biathlon: Development 2 & U 17 Prone
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| Dates | May 15th,2026- April 1st,2027 | September 1st,2026 – April 1st,2027 | ||
| Total # of sessions | ||||
| Sessions per week | 3 | |||
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School Schedule Tuesday 18:00- 19:30 Thursday 18:00-19:30 Saturday 9:00-11:30 |
The cold weather cut-off for T2T is -20 Celcius
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| Cost | $1,190 | $955 | ||
| Registration Deadline |
Competitions:
This program has a strong training and skill-development focus, with competition encouraged as an important part of athlete growth. Athletes will be well supported as they prepare for the ski season and, where appropriate, compete in local, Provincial, and National-level events that may include:
- OK Cups / Club Championships
- BC Cups, BC Championships
- Western Canadian Championships
- + other local events and loopets
Training camps:
- BC Talent Squad, BC Development Squad, BC Ski Team Camps available to respective athletes
Expectations of Athletes:
This is a committed training program for athletes who want to work hard, improve technically, and develop their fitness over time. Some athletes in the program will be highly competition-focused, while others may be less race-driven but still bring a strong desire to learn, train consistently, and challenge themselves.
Athletes should have a desire to stay active year-round, including through multi-sport participation, and to take part in competitions that are appropriate to their goals and development. A commitment to scheduled team training sessions and to completing independent training is expected.
Training logs are introduced for older athletes and are used to monitor training response and provide appropriate training advice.
Athletes are expected to be proactive in informing coaches of upcoming events and activities that may conflict with scheduled training.
Note:
Athletes at the T2T level are often involved in other organized sports in the summer, fall, and occasionally winter. We encourage multi-sport involvement for enjoyment and to develop a full range of athletic abilities.
* An SLNC 26/27 season pass is required for participants in this program.
No formal programming:
- Christmas Break
Adaptive Program
Cross-Country Skiing for people with disabilities
Not many sports are so closely connected to nature as cross-country skiing – experiencing the natural beauty is one of the greatest benefits of the sport, and can have an invigorating effect on the body, mind, and spirit. A variety of emerging accessible avenues for people living with disabilities makes recreational or competitive cross-country skiing pursuits an option for more of the community.
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is proud to share an ongoing partnership with Community Recreational Initiatives Society (CRIS) Adaptive Adventures to offer adaptive cross-country skiing and snowshoeing options on our trails.
Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is equipped with accessible parking, washrooms, and access to adaptive equipment to help more people experience our sport.
WHO IS CRIS?
CRIS Adaptive Adventures is a unique and local organization helping people living with disabilities break down any barriers to outdoor recreation and sport. For over 20 years, CRIS has empowered thousands of people living with a range of physical, developmental, cognitive and sensory impairments to reach their goals. CRIS utilizes their dedicated volunteers and vast fleet of highly adaptive equipment to help clients reach new heights and make positive impacts in their lives. CRIS’ program structures are not fixed, and can offer varying levels of physical, emotional, social, or educational support to meet everyone’s needs. CRIS replaces isolation with friendship, disability with possibility, and stagnation with improvement.
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
Regardless of abilities we can make cross-country skiing a reality for anyone. Thanks to the Tetra Society we have access to many different kinds of adaptive cross-country skis and sleds (see “the fleet” below), this equipment combined with CRIS volunteer’s years of experience and knowledge in adaptations we are able to suit all needs for a fun and, if desired, challenging outdoor winter experience.
SNOWSHOEING
Adaptive snowshoeing utilizes various types of snowshoes and stabilizing poles for an array of abilities. While participants need a basic level of lower extremity mobility to partake in snowshoeing, it is a great activity for many people with disabilities to develop skills and have fun. We have guides for participants who are visually impaired and buddies for those who need some guidance or supervision.
GET INVOLVED
CRIS Adaptive Adventures is always in need of ‘able-bodied’ skiers and snowshoers who can volunteer a few hours. All participants and volunteers are required to complete and return a registration package before departing on an Adaptive Adventure; learn more and find the registration packages on the CRIS Adaptive Adventure website.
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Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is accessible, with wheelchair parking; accessible washrooms; and equipment available upon request at the office if you wish to explore without the assistance of CRIS volunteers. Wheelchair parking is in front of the ramped Sovereign Lake Nordic Club and in the lower parking lot.
For more information about how access the facilities as a disabled skier with your own equipment, please call or email Sovereign Lake at: 250-558-3036
Supporters of CRIS Adaptive Adventures Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing.
To participate or volunteer call or email us, contact CRIS Adaptive Adventures:
Email: admin@adaptiveadventures.ca
Website: CRIS Adaptive Adventure
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Phone: (250) 979-3941
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