The Vancouver Olympics sparked an interest in biathlon. In Savoie, the resort of Bessans offers an introduction to this sport. Report in the station where the commune owns its club. Views on a training of club members and interviews of holidaymakers who talk about their practice of this sport.
Report at the Peisey-Vallandry winter sports station in Savoie. This resort offers holidaymakers an introduction to the practice of biathlon. Interviews with Patrick ANCEAUX, President of the Peisey-Vallandry Tourist Office and Cyril CLEYRAT, coach of the ski club. Testimonials from tour sites participating in the workshop.
The French biathlon team trains in Sarrageois, in the Doubs. For the occasion, the town has set up a drawing stand. A course of skis with wheels completes their training. Report to the athletes, presentation of the new rifle, lighter and interview of Yves MARECHAL, shooting coach.
Report to the Saisies, during a training of the French biathlon team, before the Olympics in Alberville. Interview with Master Corporal Pochat during stress tests. Outside, in the snow, the French team, composed of soldiers, trains to fire.
Report to the French biathlon team during a training session. Interviewed, Mr Buffard, creator of the French biathlon team, explains what this sport is. He reviews the history of his introduction in France.