The Houli Equestrian Winter Camp has a limited capacity of 40 participants and registration is now open.

By MOOK Travel Life Network’s Chen Guanxin, compiled and reported

 

During the long winter break, besides traveling or singing with friends, there are other special outdoor activities to explore. The "Horse Racing Frenzy in Houli" equestrian experience camp, organized by the Taichung City Committee of the Salvation Army Youth Corps, will be held on January 31 and February 1 at the Houli Equestrian Field in Taichung. The camp includes foundational equestrian training and gradually allows participants to freely ride and enjoy horseback riding. Registration is open from now until January 25, and all high school and vocational school students nationwide are welcome to join. The participation fee is NT$2,560 per person.

The Taichung City Committee further stated that the "Horse Racing Frenzy in Houli" equestrian experience camp will pilot a two-day, one-night session on January 31 and February 1, limited to 40 participants. The program is open to high school and vocational school students nationwide, and additional sessions may be added based on actual registration numbers. During the two-day, one-night event, under the guidance of nationally certified instructors hired by the Taichung Equestrian Committee, participants will first learn about the basic habits of horses. Training will start with foundational equestrian skills, including mounting and dismounting, and proper riding posture, gradually teaching riding techniques. Once participants have grasped the basics, they will be allowed to freely ride and enjoy the experience. Those who complete the course and pass the assessment will receive a training completion certificate, gaining a valuable skill outside of academics.

A co-organizer, the Taichung Equestrian Committee, noted that equestrianism has traditionally been considered an aristocratic sport. However, its nobility does not lie in exclusivity, but in its unique qualities. Unlike other sports, equestrianism requires not only physical ability, intelligence, and skill, but also interaction with another living being—demanding wisdom, patience, courage, and compassion. Due to the specialized nature of this activity, individuals with heart conditions, asthma, epilepsy, or those unsuited for strenuous exercise are advised not to participate. Registration can be made through the Taichung City Committee of the Salvation Army Youth Corps. For inquiries, please call 04-2234-8291 ext. 36 and speak to Li Junde.

 

 

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