Shooters Hone New Skills In Overseas Training Camps

Shooting: MEC Training Camp and 37th ISAS at Dortmund, Germany, Training Camp and Invitational Competition at Daegu, South Korea


MEC Training Camp and 37th ISAS at Dortmund, Germany

Written By
Wichelle Tan Wee Xuan
Shooting Academy, IBDP, Year 5

From 10 to 25 March 2025, 10 rifflers from the National Youth Team and 2 coaches had the opportunity to participate in the MEC Training Camp and 37th International Saison Start for Shooters (ISAS) at Dortmund, Germany. It was an incredibly enriching experience that allowed me to grow both technically and mentally. This training camp exposed me to a different coaching style and training environment, pushing me out of my comfort zone as I adapt to new methods and perspectives of this sport.

The biggest takeaway I learned was the importance of staying open-minded when receiving feedback and making adjustments. At first, I was uncertain about my ability as some techniques and corrections felt unfamiliar, but through embracing them with patience and persistence, I saw significant improvements in my performance.

Aside from benefitting under the tutelage of experienced coaches, we were also able to consolidate our learnings and put them into practice at the 37th ISAS competition where the team performed admirably against top youth shooters from countries such as Germany, Sweden and Switzerland. Applying the adjustments under pressure was challenging, but it reinforced the importance of mental resilience and adaptability. Competing against skilled athletes from different backgrounds also gave me a clearer understanding of my strengths and areas for improvement.

Overall, I am grateful for this opportunity to train overseas and expand my knowledge in Shooting. Not only had this trip enhanced my skills, but I was also able to cultivate other values such as resilience and continuous learning. I will carry these lessons forward as I strive to improve further in my sport.