Rooted in deep-seated Arab heritage, where horses symbolize courage, nobility, and cultural identity, local initiatives in Aseer Region are revitalizing equestrian traditions and passing horsemanship skills to younger generations.
Stables in Muhayil Aseer Governorate combine the preservation of purebred Arabian horses with rider training, sports development, and heritage tourism.
Horse breeder Mohammed Al-Hilali told the Saudi Press Agency that he has trained over 2,300 male and female riders, some advancing to national championships, through programs divided into recreational riding and structured academic tracks aligned with Saudi Equestrian and Polo Federation standards.
Supported by comprehensive equine nutrition, daily exercise, and care programs, these stables have hosted a GCC equestrian camp for riders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, and supplied 110 conditioned Arabian horses for a 2024 world equestrian championship in AlUla.
Leveraging Aseer’s diverse climate and terrain, these initiatives enrich Muhayil Aseer’s rural, cultural, and sports tourism offerings year-round, turning authentic heritage into a sustainable driver for athletic and tourism development.
Source: Riyadh Daily