Awaji Training Center

Main specifications

The Awaji Training Center uses the warm climate and air from the Pacific Ocean to relieve the stress of horses for ramp and pool conditioning year-round. There is also a spacious stable for horses to comfortably spend time.

Address

63 Nadanigoro, Minamiawaji, Hyogo, 656-0551

Conditioning ramp

About 1,100 m

Conditioning pool

50 m

Training ground/Gate

Training ground 100 m x 30 m 3 gates

Training machines

For 8 horses, 5 units

Stable

162 stalls

Bath

Can be used by 12 horses, with a saddle space, scale, and horseshoe space

Conditioning ramp

The conditioning ramp is about 1,100 m with a 3% to 5% gradient. There is a thick wood-chip layer to reduce the burden on the horses' hooves.

Conditioning pool

The conditioning pool is 50 m and improves a horse's cardiovascular functions and muscles without straining their legs after an injury.

Training ground

The dirt training ground is 100 m x 30 m. Gate practice is also performed here.

Training machines

The training machines support eight horses and are used before and after conditioning.

Stable

The stalls in the stable are large (4.55 m by 3.64 m per horse) and allow the horses to spend time without stress.
Each stall also has a dedicated fan and mister and a solar power module on the roof so horses can be comfortable in summer.

Bath

The horse bath can be used for warm water showers and Shiozaki onsen showers for 12 horses. It also has a horseshoe space, scale, and saddle space.