COUNTRY CLUB HORSE RIDING

Abstract

In this work, the development of Country Club Horse Riding facility in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is presented. Three case studies related to equestrian facilities have been examined. Based on the analysed case studies, for the proposed horse riding facility, the total estimated gross floor area is 25000 m2. Furthermore, the horse riding facility is comprised of several important zones, which area sport zone, service zone, health zone, outdoor zone stables zone and education zone. In addition, the proposed development site for the horse riding facility is located at Thuwal, at the north of Jeddah on the coast of the Red Sea, with a site area of 25000 m2. The architectural of this facility was designed based on the basic shape of the Arabian horse. In addition, health and safety conditions for stable training and recreation were applied to the facility. The development of this horse riding facility is expected to enhance the involvement in equestrian sport among the community of Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, the facility is expected to produce professional athletes that can compete at international level and contribute fame to the nation of Saudi Arabia.