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Invitation for Expression of Interest for Hong Kong Cross-Country Training Camp for Youth Riders aged 14 - 22 (23 - 26 July 2023)
2023-06-16

Invitation for Expression of Interest for Hong Kong Cross-Country Training Camp for Youth Riders aged 14 - 22 (23 - 26 July 2023)

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This programme is aimed to nurture young equestrian talents and provide new experiences for the Hong Kong and Mainland Riders. The Hong Kong Equestrian Federation (HKEF) with support from Hong Kong Jockey Club and Lo Wu Saddle Club (LWSC), are organizing a summer Cross-Country Training Camp from Sunday to Wednesday, 23 - 26 July 2023 in Hong Kong. 

 

Details of Training Camp

Date:

Sunday to Wednesday, 23 - 26 July 2023

Main Training Venues:

Lo Wu Saddle Club (LWSC)

Beas River Equestrian Centre (BREC)

Quota:

6 riders will be selected

Estimated Training Fee:

Approximate cost at HK$12,000 per rider (Self-funded)

 

Tentative Schedule

Date

Itinerary

Location

23rd July Sunday

Arrival

Stay in Hotel

24th July Monday

Training

LWSC

25th July Tuesday

Training

LWSC/ BREC

26th July Wednesday

Training

BREC/ LWSC

26th July Wednesday

Departure

 

  Remark: The training camp will be conducted in English

 

The following criteria will be taken into account in making the selection of riders:

  • Aged 14 to 22 (Year of Birth: 2001-2009)
  • Riders under 18 will be required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian
  • A member of HKEF
  • Submit jumping results at 100cm or above
  • HKSAR passport holder
  • Cross-country experience is an attribute
  • Full attendance throughout the training programme

The estimated training fee will include the following:

  1. Training sessions
  2. Horse hire
  3. Horse transportation
  4. Hire of facilities
  5. Coaching, video sessions, stable management and course walking

 The following costs are not included in the above estimated costs.

  1. Round trip air ticket
  2. Travel Insurance
  3. Meals
  4. Transportation
  5. Accommodation

*Accompanying persons will have to bear their own costs

 

We look forward to receiving your expression of interest in the Cross-Country Training Camp by email to [email protected] by Friday 23rd June 2023 5:00p.m. (GMT+8) with the following documents:

 

  1. Passport copy
  2. Mainland Travel Permit copy
  3. Best Three Jumping Result sheets in 2022-2023
  4. Two videos of the rider showing jumping at 100cm or above (File Name: Name_Horse Name_Height_Competition Date)
  5. Letter of support and recommendation from rider’s coach
  6. Personal Insurance copy

 

Please note this training camp may alter, cancelled or postponed in the event of bad weather. Cost incurred will not be reimbursed.

 

Any late submission or submission with the missing document(s) received by HKEF will not be processed.

 

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information.

 

Best Regards,

Hong Kong Equestrian Federation