Fédération Française de Pentathlon Moderne

Name

Fédération Française de Pentathlon Moderne

Legal name

Fédération Française de Pentathlon Moderne

Website

https://ffpentathlon.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

National Sports Federation (Modern Pentathlon)

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

National Governing Bodies (NGBs) (MPAKAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Disability & Adaptive Sport Governing Bodies (Paralympic & Sport-Specific) (MPAKAFAL)

Keywords

• National sports federation
• Modern pentathlon governance
• Athlete licensing services
• Olympic sport development
• Multi-discipline competition

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Licences fédérales: The federation generates revenue primarily through annual licenses granted to athletes and members via affiliated clubs. Clubs pay affiliation fees and members pay license fees to participate in competitions and access the licensed member portal (Espace Licencié).
2. Compétitions et inscriptions: Entry fees for national circuits, French championships at various age categories (U17, U19, U22, Senior, Master), and regional competitions. Athletes and clubs pay to register for events.
3. Boutique en ligne: The federation operates an online shop via Spreadshop selling merchandise, clothing, and official FFPM-branded products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

The FFPM organizes, governs, and develops modern pentathlon and its derivative disciplines in France, managing the complete athlete pathway from grassroots club participation through national team selection to Olympic representation. The federation licenses athletes and clubs, runs national competition circuits and French championships across all age categories (U9 to Master 60+), operates the Direction Technique Nationale (DTN) for elite coaching, and provides digital services including a licensed member portal, club administration dashboard, and FFPM TV video platform.

Product overview

The Fédération Française de Pentathlon Moderne manages the modern pentathlon sport in France through a portfolio of core disciplines and supporting services. The main offering is Modern Pentathlon (Pentathlon Moderne), a five-discipline sport combining Swimming, Fencing, Equestrian, and Laser Run (combined laser shooting and running). The federation also administers related variants including Laser Run (as standalone discipline), Triathle, Biathle, and the newly integrated Obstacle Course Race (OCR). Inclusive offerings include Para Laser Run for athletes with disabilities. The federation provides digital services including FFPM TV video content platform, an online member portal (Espace Licencié), club administration dashboard, and an online shop. Supporting services encompass athlete training programs, medical/insurance coverage, and anti-doping resources. Competitions range from youth categories (U9 to U22) through senior and master levels, including national circuits, French championships, and international events via UIPM.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Modern Pentathlon (Pentathlon Moderne) The flagship Olympic discipline combining swimming, fencing, equestrian show jumping, and Laser Run (combined laser shooting and running). Competitions use a handicap start format where athletes begin the laser run at intervals based on points accumulated from previous disciplines. Governed internationally by UIPM and nationally by FFPM.
• Laser Run A combined discipline alternating laser pistol shooting with running, repeated in multiple rounds. The final event in modern pentathlon competitions where athletes start at time intervals based on accumulated points from previous disciplines. Also offered as a standalone accessible competition format for all age categories.
• Triathle A shorter variant combining swimming, laser run, and obstacle elements. Popular competition format at club and regional levels across France, included in European and World Championships.
• Biathle A competition variant combining running and swimming with a laser shooting component. Included in European Championships and run as a standalone competition category.
• Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) Obstacle course racing integrated into the modern pentathlon format. New discipline added to senior competitions in 2024-2025 season with sprint formats (70m official pentathlon event), time trial, and pursuit with handicap start formats.
• Para Laser Run Inclusive version of laser run for athletes with disabilities, with dedicated competition categories and handi-valid relay formats at federation events. Part of the parasport program promoting accessibility and inclusion in pentathlon disciplines.
• FFPM TV Video platform showcasing competition footage, athlete interviews, and federation content. Available at ffpentathlon.fr/ffpm-tv/. Integrates with UIPM TV for international competition broadcasts.
• Espace Licencié (Licensed Member Portal) Online portal for licensed athletes to download their license, access club information, and view eligible competitions. Members can create their personal member space through the portal.
• Club Administration (Tableau de Bord) Dashboard for affiliated clubs and regional committees to manage memberships, register athletes for competitions, and handle administrative tasks. Provides federal support and guidelines to club administrators.
• Formation (Training and Certification Programs) Coach and official training programs, certifications, and continuing education for federation members. Supports professional development across the federation's coaching and officiating workforce.
• Médical & Assurance (Medical and Insurance Services) Health, safety, and insurance services for athletes including anti-doping resources, AFLD education, and sport health guidelines for federation members.
• Boutique FFPM (Online Shop) Official merchandise store for federation-branded products, clothing, and equipment, operated via Spreadshop at ffpm.myspreadshop.fr.

Quantifiable outcome

• Élodie Clouvel achieved personal record in Laser Run combined (11'32"35) at Paris 2024 Olympics, finishing 9 seconds behind the champion Michelle Gulyas.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sport en France (CNOSF)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 April 2025Sport en France, the CNOSF (French National Olympic Committee) broadcast channel, entered a two-season partnership with FFPM to broadcast major modern pentathlon competitions nationally. The channel is accessible on major French TV providers (CANAL+, Orange, Bouygues, Free, SFR), Molotov, and Dailymotion. Romain Schindler, Director of Sport en France, stated the partnership aligns with the channel's mission to promote underrepresented sports. FFPM President Joël Bouzou noted it will enable national diffusion and showcase the new modern pentathlon format with obstacle course and laser run.
• UIPM (Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFPM operates under the governance of UIPM, the international governing body for modern pentathlon. UIPM sets competition rules, organizes World Cups, World Championships, European Championships, and Olympic qualification events. FFPM selects and fields French national teams for UIPM competitions.
• UNSS (Union Nationale du Sport Scolaire)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFPM partners with UNSS to develop Laser Run and modern pentathlon in schools. UNSS organizes departmental and academic championships in Laser Run, with qualifying pathways to national school championships. Over 247 students participated in the Seine-et-Marne departmental championship alone. FFPM supports with equipment, volunteers, and organizational expertise.
• AFLD (Agence Française de Lutte contre le Dopage)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFLD is France's anti-doping agency. FFPM's anti-doping referent is Anne Riff ([email protected]), who is also an AFLD educator. The federation publishes AFLD information on its website and directs athletes and members to AFLD's training platform (podium.afld.fr) and Instagram (@afld_france).
• Peace and SportminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFPM participates in the #WhiteCard campaign organized by Peace and Sport, founded by FFPM President Joël Bouzou. The initiative promotes peace and inclusion through sport on the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (April 6).

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/FFPentathlonModerne
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/f%C3%A9d%C3%A9ration-fran%C3%A7aise-de-pentathlon-moderne
• Instagraminstagram.com/ffpentathlonmoderne
• TikToktiktok.com/@ffpentathlonmoderne?lang=fr

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