ASC TRAINING CENTER
Junior Biathlon
PROGRAM DIRECTOR:
GUS JOHNSON
Email: gus@asctrainingcenter.org
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT COACH: Etienne Bordes
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About
Our Junior Biathlon program introduces young athletes to the excitement of biathlon in a safe and fun environment. Using laser rifles instead of live ammunition, participants experience the unique challenge of combining skiing with target shooting. The laser rifles serve as an important stepping stone toward the use of firearms, while replicating the precision, focus, and skills needed to progress in the sport of biathlon.
Why Junior Biathlon?
Safe & Accessible: Laser rifles provide instant feedback with no live rounds or recoil.
Skill Building: Combines endurance, balance, and focus as athletes ski (or run) short loops before shooting at electronic targets.
Progression Pathway: A perfect first step into the sport of biathlon, preparing athletes for air rifle and .22 caliber competition as they grow.
Fun for All: Designed for ages 12 and up, with race formats and team relays that keep training exciting.
Program Highlights
Age-appropriate distances and activities (short loops, relays, and fun competitions).
Focus on confidence, technique, and sportsmanship.
Year-round opportunities: ski in winter, run or roller ski in summer.
Builds a pipeline to advanced biathlon programming.
| NAME OF TEAM | Junior Biathlon |
| DAY OF WEEK | TBA |
| AGE | AGES: 12-18 |
| AGE CATEGORIES | U14-U19 |
| COST | COST: $800 add-on to Devo 2 or Comp Nordic Program |
| SCHEDULE | TBA |
| SKILL LEVEL | Intermediate – Advanced |
| TECHNIQUE | Introduces balance, endurance, focus, and precision |
| Provides a natural progression to air rifles and eventually .22 rifles as athletes grow. | |
| Teaches shooting positions (prone & standing) and target focus | |
| EQUIPMENT | Please contact Program Director, Gus Johnson, for specific questions. gus@asctrainingcenter.org |
| RENTAL EQUIPMENT | Laser Rifle: $175 |
| OPTIONAL ADD-ON | Laser Rifle Rental – Rentals available as “Add-On” in registration process: $175 |
| NOTES | The number of range sessions is approximate and may vary depending on weather/road conditions and other factors outside of ASC’s control. |
| Program costs for minors include ASC Training Center season trail pass for participants. Season pass discounts available to parent/guardians. |
- Winter Program: September 1st – April 15th.
- Year-round Program: June 1st – April 15th (registration opens late winter ’26)
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