Horse Around at These Beijing Equestrian Clubs

Huang Chenkuang | May 10, 2019 8:30 am | Add a comment | 975 reads

Whether you’re a first-timer or an enthusiast who is looking for a place to go horseback riding, you won’t be disappointed with the increasingly wide range of equestrian options in Beijing. What's more: the variety of clubs available mean that there are options for riders of all ages and abilities in the capital, and many feature highly qualified and bilingual instructors.

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Aside from being tremendous fun, when practiced safely horseback riding has a growing list of proven physical and mental benefits, leading to its use in various types of therapies around the world. That means there's plenty of good reasons for you to saddle up and gallop off into the sunset in Beijing's burgeoning equestrian scene.
 

Beijing Equuleus International Riding Club

Established in 1999, Equuleus remains the only horse riding club in mainland China approved by the British Horse Society (BHS). The club has both indoor and outdoor arenas and provides lessons for all levels based on the standardized BHS training system. Equuleus is also one of the few equestrian organizations qualified to give junior and regular progressive riding tests, awarding official certificates.

Tue-Sun 8am-6pm. 91 Shunbai Lu, Sunhe Township, Chaoyang District (135 2233 9691, equuleus@equriding.com)
天星调良国际马术俱乐部：孙河镇顺白路91号
 

Demeanor Equestrian

Demeanor Equestrian has three branches in Beijing, each equipped with outdoor arenas for riding and training. The club tailors individual and group courses to an international standard. The knowledgeable staff also provide tailored horse healthcare services should you be in need of an equine vetinarian.

Tue-Sun 8am-8pm. Xinbao Village, Sunhe Township, Chaoyang District (5701 8256; 137 1865 1737)
风度马会：朝阳区孙河辛堡村
 

Guofa Equestrian Club

Guofa Equestrian Club is home to an indoor arena and two outdoor training arenas, housing over 50 Belgian, Royal Dutch, and Selle Francais warmblood horses, as well as over 30 thoroughbreds, and more than ten half-breeds. The club provides one-on-one courses and training tailored to kids aged 4 and above.

Tue-Sun 8am-6pm. 31 Houqiaoduan, Shuntong Lu, Liqiao Township, Shunyi District (185 1083 7175)
国发马术俱乐部：顺义区李桥镇顺通路后桥段31号
 

Oriental Equestrian Club

Oriental Equestrian Club was founded in 2007 and is a member of the Fédération Française d’Equitation (French Equestrian Association). The two work in close cooperation and works according to the French equestrian system (GALOP). As such, the team and the club’s French head coach, who has over 40 years of experience, aim to provide professional, systematic equestrian teaching. Lessons cost between RMB 170-650 each.

Daily 7am-6pm. Zhenxiwang Lu, Gaoliying, Xiwanglu Village, Shunyi District (6945 7995, 139 0107 7897)
东方马汇马术俱乐部：顺义区高丽营 镇西王路村西500米 东方马汇马术俱乐部

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Photos: Equuleus International Riding Club, Anastasia Levina, 风度马会，Oriental Equestrian Club, geques.com.cn

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