Biathlon
Biathlon is rooted in military origins and is difficult to master yet there are lots of ways to get involved in. Are you up for the challenge?
“Veterans who are forced to leave the ADF through injury often miss military life. Many of these veterans also need an outlet and love a challenge, and there is no more challenging sport than Biathlon”
Biathlon is a winter sport that combines the thrill of cross-country skiing (skate discipline) with the skill of rifle shooting. The skiing takes place around a set course and the shooting happens at a rifle range within that course. Competitors aim to shoot five targets on the range. Each miss is recorded and results in skiing a penalty loop or incurring a time penalty.
There are lots of ways to get involved from social participation through to elite competition, along with coaching, volunteering and much more.
Ready for a Biathlon challenge?
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Invictus Australia collaborates with different specialist groups including Biathlon East Australia and VESPA (Veterans and Emergency Services Parabiathlon Australia) to introduce veterans and their families to the sport of Biathlon.
There are opportunities for veterans and their families to get involved in biathlon as both participants and coaches, so get in touch today to find out more.
To keep up to date with upcoming events and connect with your region’s Defence community join your local Facebook group.
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In an Invictus Games first, veterans will compete in winter sports at the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. Hear from Invictus Games alumni and Para Athlete Matt Brumby as he introduces us to Nordic Skiing and Biathlon.
Nordic Skiing challenges competitors to race across rugged terrain using classic skiing techniques, showcasing their stamina and mental toughness in this test of endurance. Split between novices and advance skiers, competitors will race between 750m to 1500m.
The Biathlon adds a twist, combining the physical demands of cross-country skiing with the precision of target shooting, where competitors will use electronic shooting systems to test their focus to hit every mark.
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Congratulations to those members of Team Veteran who raced at the 2024 ACT Veterans Indoor Rowing in Shoalhaven, NSW earlier this month.
Veteran Engagement Coordinator Megan was on hand cheering on the team, inspired by how close this group have become by participating in regular indoor rowing throughout the year.
"It was amazing to witness the camaraderie, determination, and sheer effort on display."
Our local engagement team facilitates sporting opportunities like this regularly, to find one near you, join your local Facebook group via the link in bio.
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