The format of Biathlon is run and then swim with rest inbetween the two disciplines (i.e. it is not continuous). Running heats for all age groups are completed first before moving over to the swimming pool to complete the swimming heats. All heats are finals.

Points are given or subtracted from each athlete based on their performance in relation to the set targets for each discipline (refer to the Points Calculation Table) .

The athlete’s ideal aim is to accumulate as many points as possible by achieving the set target time (or better) for both the run and swim. The best runners are not usually the best swimmers and vice versa – so in this sport, balance between the two disciplines is key.

At the end of the competition, the athletes’ results for each discipline are converted and added up into scores according to the Points Calculation Table in order to determine their final score and placement.

Gauteng North Biathlon is a member of the SA Biathlon Association which hosts a National Championship every year – much like most sport disciplines do.

Age Groups, Distances and Points calculation table – click here to view.

National Biathlon Schools Competition guidelines and rules – click here to view.

Individual athletes that score above 2000 points may qualify to compete at National Championships.

You can also refer to the Biathlon Technical Rules document.

In order for an athlete to qualify to compete at the South African Championships, he or she must:

1. Attend at least 2 season meets

2. Score above 1800 points at a meet

3. Place within the top 5 of their age group for the particular season

(The athlete’s best score for the season will be used to place them)

In order for an athlete to be awarded Provincial Colours for biathlon, an athlete must:

1. Attend the South African Championships.

2. Attend at least 1 Inter-Provincial biathlon meet.

3. Attend 2 league meets.

4. Score within 90% of the provincial record for their age group.

If you would like more information on how to compete, please see our Join Us page.

Please refer to the Events page to see the latest League, Inter-Provincial and National championship schedule. 

For 50 years, biathlon has been a sport which encourages family participation over all age groups. Everyone is welcome to compete.

We encourage schools to enter and compete for the Schools Trophy at the National Championships once per year.

For more information on Biathlon Schools, please see the Biathlon Schools page.