WELCOME TO OUR BIATHLON TRAIN-TO-TRAIN 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 Train-to-Train (T2T) Biathlon Program runs as a fully integrated program alongside our Train-to-Train Cross Country Programs.

Did you know? Biathlon and Cross country use slightly different age categories. T2T Biathlon is for athletes who will be competing in the Development 2, & U17 prone categories in biathlon, and comparably the U14 / U16 categories in cross country skiing. – – –  Now you know!

T2T 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 fall, as well as additional sessions in the summer, range/shooting sessions, and completing additional independent training at home is expected.

This program is suitable for athletes from other sports who are “newer” to XC skiing and/or Biathlon, as well as athletes who are returning to or coming from the Biathlon Bears program. Individual athletes’ training levels will vary according to their individual goals.  

T2T Year Round Cost: $ 1,380 , 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.

T2T Fall/Winter Cost: $ 1,220 , 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:

*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 mention athletes should have a valid firearms licence (Minor’s Licence) at this stage of training.

** No formal programming: 

• Christmas Break

WELCOME TO OUR TRACK ATTACK PROGRAM – 2026/2027!

* If you have any questions regarding which program to register your child in, then please contact the Programs Administrator <programs@sovereignlake.com> for guidance and coach consultation.

All of our youth programs are designed around Sport Canada’s  Long Term Athlete Development principles and Nordiq Canada’s program guidelines. Our Track Attack [“TA”] program is designed for skiers in the “Learning to Train” stage of athlete development and is the third level of the Skill Development Program. A high coach:athlete ratio and wide variety of activities creates a fun, dynamic, team environment and instills a lifelong love of skiing.

We offer two Track Attack options. Both develop FUNdamental movement, sports skills and refine basic cross-country techniques appropriate for this stage. Athletes will be grouped based on a combination of age, skill level, interests and goals to ensure everyone’s abilities are aligned while being challenged. Lead coaches may shift group compositions throughout the season based on individual progression, session content, coach assessment and coach availability.

• 2-Days per week option is for skiers who:
  • Want to develop skills and fitness while having fun with their like-minded ski buddies
  • Are at the earlier end of the Learning to Train stage or just getting their “TA” feet wet
  • Can only attend 2 sessions per week – IF choosing Thursday as one of your 2 days, then be prepared for it being a more intense training and race focussed session

• 3-Days per week option adds Thursday evenings to the 2-Day option for skiers who:

• Want a greater focus on training and racing and are prepared for a bit more effort
• Athletes that are at the mid to later stage of Learning to Train

Our objective is for all of our athletes to become technically competent cross-country skiers and to utilize their skills to explore a range of cross-country ski activities. Regardless of which option is chosen, every athlete will be well supported and have the same opportunities to participate in any events, camps or races that are part of our “Track Attack” program.

Track Attack Program Goals:

• Fitness! Fun! Teamwork!
• An opportunity to be part of a sports “team” and social atmosphere
• Ski technique improvement through drills and feedback from qualified coaches
• Games, relays, and terrain parks to develop technique, speed, and fitness
• The opportunity to explore and enjoy off-trail ski activities
• Introducing skills on how to wax and care for your skis
• Introduction to competition in a team-focused environment
• Building blocks to ski and race with confidence

All participants will have the opportunity to try Biathlon during one Track Attack session. A Biathlon Day membership is included in the program cost.

All participants will be registered in an OK Cup (local or neighboring) and Club Championships as part of the program registration cost. At this stage of development, the LTAD recommends 6-8 competitions in a season. Many athletes are keen to race and are often even more excited about the fun and adventure of just attending an event and other ski trails with their teammates plus friends they make at other clubs. Athletes and parents alike are well supported and invited to join the fun

Alternate practice locations of  camps and races for Track Attackers:
* Costs for below events are NOT included in Track Attack Program registration fees.
These events are not mandatory – but LOTS OF FUN and highly recommended !
More info will be shared as it becomes available from CCBC and event organizers.
Please contact the Programs Admin at programs@sovereignlake.com with questions.

* Parents are required to help over the course of the season in at least 4-6 regular program sessions as parent sweepers. The sweeper’s role is to stay right behind the last skier of the group, making sure no one gets left behind. A sign-up sheet will be sent out closer to the program’s start date.

* An SLNC season pass is required for participants in this program.

* Inclusiveness is an SLNC value and priority. Instruction for children with special needs is part of all Track Attack programs. Please contact the Programs Admin <programs@sovereignlake.com> to discuss any needs that your child has so that we can set them up for success.

Program Details

Please note: Practice schedules and session technique details will be communicated throughout the season by your Lead Coach via the  App .The dates and times in the table below provide a general outline only.

No Formal Lesson programming:

Coaching Course Opportunities: 

Intro to Community Coaching (ICC)

Community Coaching (CC)

Learn to Train (L2T)