Kris Schildermans (born 8 April 1984 in Neerpelt) is a Belgian long track speed skater who participates in international competitions.
By 11 January 2009, Schildermans was placed 262nd on the Adelskalender, the ranking list of all-time personal bests. [1]
| Personal records | ||||
| Men's speed skating | ||||
| Event | Result | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 m | 39.72 | 2008-03-12 | Olympic Oval, Calgary | |
| 1,000 m | 1:15.92 | 2008-03-08 | Olympic Oval, Calgary | |
| 1,500 m | 1:52.96 | 2008-03-13 | Olympic Oval, Calgary | |
| 3,000 m | 3:54.21 | 2007-11-03 | Utah Olympic Oval, Salt Lake City | |
| 5,000 m | 6:35.56 | 2007-11-17 | Olympic Oval, Calgary | |
| 10,000 m | 13:42.56 | 2008-03-14 | Olympic Oval, Calgary | |
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