Doha: The Equine Education Department (EED) of Al Shaqab, member of Qatar Foundation, is gearing itself up to host the Al Shaqab Inter-nation Junior Camp.
The premier equestrian camp is targeting promising junior riders from Al Shaqab’s riding academy, the Qatar Equestrian Federation, Europe, and Asia.
Slated to run from February 23-March 8, the camp will be conducted in two stages. It will offer participants an opportunity to refine their riding skills, while enjoying an enriching experience in a multicultural, motivating, and challenging environment.
The program has been designed to include two high-profile qualifying competitions which will be held on the opening days of the upcoming, prestigious, international equestrian events to be held at Al Shaqab – the Longines Global Championship Tour (LGCT) 2019 and CHI Al Shaqab 2019. Camp participants will also benefit from equestrian clinics conducted by leading athletes participating in LGCT 2019 and CHI Al Shaqab 2019.
The camp is the brainchild of Mohammed Sultan Al Suwaidi, Manager, Equine Education Department at Al Shaqab.
A rider himself with several triumphs to his credit, Al Suwaidi said: “Al Shaqab is dedicated to providing the highest level of equestrian education programs and services. Participants of the Al Shaqab Inter-Nation Junior Camp will receive the best of our resources. The focus of this camp is not merely on improving the height a rider can clear. Besides regular lessons and training sessions, we have lined up several unique activities to help them acquire important leadership and communication skills.
Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com