First SEA working visit for AsJYOC 2027 preparation

In late August 2026, Almaty hosted the first official working visit of the Senior Event Adviser (SEA), SEA assistants, the national controller, and representatives of the organizing committee as part of preparations for the 2027 Asian Youth and Junior Orienteering Championships (AsJYOC).

During the visit, the delegation thoroughly inspected key potential competition areas, including the Alatau mountain complex in Talgar, the Sairan Lake park area, as well as microdistricts 2 and 5. Together with the organizers, experts carefully assessed the landscape features of the terrain, the level of infrastructure, and the accessibility of facilities for hosting future courses. Based on the inspection of Talgar, zones for the middle distance were determined, while the picturesque slopes and park elements of Sairan Lake and the microdistricts were recognized as promising for sprint disciplines and relays.

Particular attention was paid by the meeting participants to participant safety, logistics, the organization of start and finish areas, and the creation of a high-quality competition arena. In addition, as part of the working program, the delegation held strategic meetings with the federation leadership and the organizing committee to coordinate further steps.

An important part of the visit was the review of the World Ranking Event (WRE) held concurrently, which helped identify strengths in the organizational work and outline areas for improvement. Following the inspection, experts formed an official report with recommendations on adjusting course parameters, expanding exclusion zones, and refining safety requirements.

The guidelines received will serve as the basis for the further preparation of a quality sports infrastructure and the successful hosting of the international championship in 2027.