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from 7 YEARS old

Biathlon

Discover biathlon or improve your shooting technique with a laser rifle and classic or skating cross-country skiing.
Group lessons on sale at the end of October 2024. In the meantime we will respond to your queries by email.
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Introduction to laser biathlon and fun courses.
Two disciplines in one!

Biathlon combines rifle shooting and skating cross-country skiing. With laser equipment, biathlon can be practised safely with ESF Gérardmer instructors.

- Introduction to laser biathlon: Try your first shots lying down and standing up with your skis on and shooting out of breath.
- Team fun courses: Introduction + short technical course culminating in a team race.
From
37€
1 One-off Biathlon group lessons
2 hours of introductory group lessons
Initiation from age 7 for children and adults in groups of at least 4 people
meet at the Nordic area at Les Bas-Rupts in Gérardmer if there is no snow climb 2.5 kilometres to Les Hautes Vannes
1:30pm to 3:30pm or 
3:30pm to 5:30 pm
subject to availability
Important
37 euros 2h
Bring your own equipment, boots, skis and ski poles
Free access to the slopes 
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From
120€
1 private lessons in Biathlon Christmas holidays and February/March holidays
1 HOUR 50 MIN of private lessons
Classic or skating
meet at the Nordic area at Les Bas-Rupts in Gérardmer if there is no snow climb 2.5 kilometres to Les Hautes Vannes
9am-5pm
1 learner: €120
2 learners: €150
3 learners: €180
extra learner: €20
Medal not included
Important
Bring your own equipment, boots, skis and ski poles
Free access to the slopes 
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From
100€
1 private lessons in Biathlon excluding holidays
1 HOUR 50 MIN of private lessons
Classic or skating
meet at the Nordic area at Les Bas-Rupts in Gérardmer if there is no snow climb 2.5 kilometres to Les Hautes Vannes
9am-5pm
1 learner: €100
2 learners: €130
3 learners: €160
extra learner: €20
Medal not included
Important
Bring your own equipment, boots, skis and ski poles
Free access to the slopes 
Get insured
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We answer all your questions

When should I book my lessons?
As soon as possible, because the number of places on lessons is limited, it's best to book in advance and not wait for the snow to fall.
Group lessons are preferable, especially during the February/March holidays, as there are very few private lessons available during this period.

Group lessons:
Online bookings open at the end of October 2024 for group lessons.

Private lessons :
Book as soon as the offices open for the whole season.
What time should I bring my child to the meeting point?
Please bring your child 10 minutes before the course starts.
What happens if there's little snow?
Please check the snow conditions and skiability on the home page of our website 2 days before your arrival.
We will do our utmost to ensure that our lessons take place in the best possible conditions, even if the resort is only partially open.

Only if the resort is closed due to lack of snow will we offer you either to relocate the lessons to the Lispach resort 15km from Gérardmer (if the Lispach resort is open) if you agree with our Gérardmer instructors, or a credit note or a full refund of the lessons.
What happens at the meeting point for lessons?
Meet your child's instructor in front of the sign indicating the level in which they are registered. The esf signs are easily visible on the snow front of Gérardmer's alpine ski area. Access from the town takes just a few minutes, either with your own car or using one of the shuttles. See timetables
Do I need a helmet for my child?
Helmets are highly recommended for downhill skiing and compulsory for snowboarding.
Do I need ski poles?
You need ski poles from 1ère Étoile in Alpine skiing for children and for juniors and adult beginners in Alpine skiing.Nordic skiers of all ages need poles, even beginners.
Does the ESF lend out equipment?
No, you need to bring the right equipment for your discipline. There are several ski hire outlets close to the meeting point for lessons, and the shooting range and laser rifles are available during the lesson.
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