Junior Development Biathlon (Jr DEVO Biathlon)
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Overview
The Jr DEVO Biathlon Program at Soldier Hollow introduces youth ages 10–14 to the sport of biathlon, combining cross-country skiing with precision marksmanship. This program focuses on building a strong foundation in both skiing and shooting through a fun, supportive, and progressive approach.
Program Highlights

• Shooting Development:
  • Athletes begin with prone shooting from a block to simplify technique and build confidence.
  • Once athletes consistently hit 4 out of 5 shots, they progress to prone shooting from a cuff.
  • Shooting remains focused on prone position until athletes advance to the Competition Team.
• Physical Training:
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Roller skiing
  • Running
  • Strength training
• Participation Requirements:
  • All Jr DEVO Biathlon athletes must also be enrolled in a ski program to ensure proper development of skiing fundamentals.

Program Goals

• Teach biathlon fundamentals in a safe and engaging environment
• Foster physical fitness and outdoor activity
• Prepare athletes for future competitive biathlon opportunities

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Senior DEVO Biathlon – Competition Team
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Overview
The Senior DEVO Biathlon Competition Team is designed for athletes ages 14–18 who are committed to mastering the fundamentals of biathlon and preparing for competitive success. This program blends focused shooting instruction with advanced physical training, offering a comprehensive pathway for athletes aiming to compete at the regional and national levels.
Program Highlights

• Training Schedule:
  • Athletes train two days per week
  • Sessions emphasize safety, shooting fundamentals, introductory visualization, and biathlon competition readiness
• Shooting & Physical Training:
  • Slow-fire shooting drills to build precision and consistency
  • “Combo” workouts integrating shooting with:
    • Core strength
    • Specific strength
    • Rollerski technique
• Winter Competition & Camps:
  • Athletes compete in IMD Nordic Junior National Qualifiers with their home ski clubs
  • Opportunities to race in local and regional biathlon events
  • Participation in seasonal training camps for skill development and team building
• Participation Requirements:
  • All athletes must also be enrolled in a ski program to support skiing development and race participation

Elite Biathlon Team – Team Soldier Hollow
Overview
Team Soldier Hollow’s Elite Biathlon Team is designed for ambitious cross-country skiers and biathletes ages 18+ who are pursuing high-level competition at the collegiate or professional level. This program supports athletes who are committed to excellence and who embody our mission of “Developing Champions in Sport and Life.”
Training takes place at Soldier Hollow, a world-class venue and host of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, BMW IBU World Cups (2019 & 2024), LL Bean XC National Championships (2022 & 2024), and the 2022 IBU Youth & Junior World Championships.
Program Options

• Summer Program:
  
  • Open to both cross-country skiers and biathletes
  • Unified physical training sessions
  • Biathletes receive three additional shooting sessions per week
• Year-Round Program:
  
  • Primarily focused on biathletes
  • Support for competition at:
    • Summer Biathlon Nationals
    • World Cup Trials
    • IBU Cup Trials
    • Junior World Championship Trials
  • Post-Graduate (PG) support available for XC skiers pursuing Junior National Qualifiers and Senior Nationals

Tiered Pricing Structure

• $500/month or $3000 per year.
• Discounts available for athletes who meet performance benchmarks:
  • U.S. Biathlon Junior National Team qualification
  • NCAA All-American status
  • Top 3 finish at Junior Nationals

This model is designed to attract high-performing athletes and build a strong, competitive training group.
Coaching Staff

• Gerrit Garberich – Head Coach, IBU Level 1 Certified, and former Top 5 U.S. Junior Biathlete
• Twan Adriaanse – Kinesiology graduate, Junior World-level biathlete
• Brian Halligan – U.S. Biathlon Junior National Team Coach
• Gabe Norby – Junior Development Coach with extensive national-level coaching experience

Apply to Join
Interested athletes can apply here.
Note: Application does not guarantee acceptance, nor does acceptance require commitment to attend.