This week, our UFO (youngsters) group faced a special task: a 4k course designed to follow one single contour line, with controls placed along the way. The goal was to complete the course having climbed 0 meters and descended 0 meters
Contour training at an early stage is one of the most important foundations for the development of orienteers. It allows athletes to truly understand the shapes of the terrain, strengthens their spatial vision, and builds a deeper awareness of how the map represents the landscape 
Together with systematic compass work, these skills form the two essential pillars of a solid and structured orienteering education. Mastering them provides athletes with the tools to navigate with consistency, precision, and long-term confidence 
Do you use contour-based sessions in your training? Share your experience and help inspire others in the orienteering community 
Discover more from Orienteering Coach
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Orienteering Coach 