Basic Course in Salzburg & Ruhpolding completed

The IBU Academy successfully concluded its Basic Course 2025, designed to introduce foundational biathlon coaching knowledge to aspiring coaches. The six-day program took place across several locations: the Sports Center Salzburg-Rif, the biathlon World Cup venue in Ruhpolding, and at the IBU Headquarters.

This year’s course welcomed 19 coaches representing 17 different National Federations, highlighting the truly international character of biathlon development. Through an engaging and intensive week of theory and practical modules, participants deepened their understanding of the sport’s multifaceted demands.

The course was led by IBU Educators Rafal Lepel (POL) and Martina Seidl (GER), whose guidance ensured a well-structured and insightful learning journey. In addition, participants benefited from a lineup of renowned lecturers, each bringing specialized knowledge to the program:

• Stefan Lindinger – Skiing Technique

• Steffen Hoos – Waxing Knowledge

• Hannes Kock – Motor Skills Development

• Engelbert Sklorz and Gerold Sattlecker – Shooting Fundamentals

• Tanja Winterhalder – Skiing Equipment

• Thomas Wünn – Rifle Equipment

• Dagmara Gerasimuk – The Business of Sport

Each session contributed to building a well-rounded skill set, preparing the attendees for their future roles as effective and knowledgeable biathlon coaches.

Reflecting on the week, Gerold Sattlecker, Head of the IBU Academy, emphasized the course’s importance:

“It was a week of comprehensive learning and an important step for these coaches into the coaching world.”