Second Level Course Continues in Lillehammer

The IBU Academy Second Level Course held its second training week in Lillehammer, Norway, from 12–16 April 2025. A group of 16 dedicated coaches from 15 different National Federations gathered for an intensive and enriching program that marked the midpoint of the three-week course.

This training module follows the successful kickoff week in Oberhof, Germany, and will conclude with a final certification week in Ruhpolding, Germany, scheduled from 1–6 June 2025. Guided by a team of esteemed educators - Per Øyvind Torvik (NOR), Siegfried Mazet (FRA), and Knut Kuvas Brevik (NOR) - the week in Lillehammer featured a rich mix of topics crucial for the development of future biathlon leaders.

Featured Lectures and Topics:

• Lars Nygård & Vegard Gjermundshaug – Rifle Equipment

• Kerry McGawley – Female Training & Health Management Strategies

• Alf Koksvik – Leadership Skills & Teamwork

• Eirik Moe – Mental Preparations

• Bent Rønnestad & Einar Kalsæg – Strength Training & Physiological Adaptations

"The week in Lillehammer is always a highlight with many exciting topics and a nice variety of high-level experts as lecturers. The skiing session in Sjusjøen was one of the top-highlights of this week," said Gerold Sattlecker, Head of the IBU Academy.