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Skylo × Hiking China | The 2026 Chinese Mountaineering Association Outdoor Leader Training—Hailuogou Session—has officially opened its registration!

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2026-02-27

Skylo × Hiking China | The 2026 Chinese Mountaineering Association Outdoor Leader Training—Hailuogou Session—has officially opened its registration!

When the sun-kissed golden peaks of Gonga’s eastern slope met a professional outdoor classroom, an outdoor training program dedicated to passion and growth—the 2026 SKYRACE × Hiking China “Outdoor Leader Development Program”—came to a successful close with its first session at Gonga’s eastern slope in Hailuogou (February 18–23). Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, participants honed their professional skills, earned official certification, and took a solid step forward on their journey toward an outdoor‑related career.

As a professional brand with 23 years of deep expertise in the outdoor sector, Seeker has always remained committed to advancing the professional development of China’s outdoor industry. In collaboration with Hiking China, we have launched the “Outdoor Leader Development Program,” seamlessly integrating real-world outdoor settings with systematic, professional training—empowering every outdoor enthusiast to turn their passion into a reliable, career‑ready skill set. In 2025, we… Outdoor Leader Development Program Setting sail in Luding and concluding on the MacLehose Trail, we walked side by side with the China Mountaineering Association’s outstanding instructors, guiding a cohort of budding outdoor leaders—ensuring that every expedition is not only safer but also more exhilarating, thanks to our professional expertise.

Skyler × Hiking China “Outdoor Leader Development Program”

During the first training session, participants immersed themselves in the majestic grandeur of the Gongga Mountain Range, completing hands-on exercises and assessments in key modules such as topographic map interpretation, rope techniques, outdoor safety management, and environmental stewardship at the foot of the snow-capped peaks. Guided by expert instructors, they steadily transitioned from outdoor enthusiasts to professional expedition leaders.

In the springtime at Hailuogou, the sun-kissed golden peaks have become an everyday sight. The breathtaking outdoor landscape—comprised of snow-capped mountains, dense forests, and glaciers—is not only a feast for the eyes but also a natural classroom for hands-on outdoor practice. Here, participants not only master the professional skills of organizing, managing, and ensuring safety on single-day mountain hikes, but they also cultivate a disciplined outdoor mindset and a strong sense of responsibility in the wild. This expertise ultimately becomes the confidence they need to venture into even more remote and rugged terrain.

New-phase recruitment is now open!

Skyler × Hiking China’s “Outdoor Leader Development Program”: The 2026 CAA‑certified Level‑1 Mountain Outdoor Instructor Training is now officially open for registration! From March to June, multiple sessions at the Hailuogou base are available, featuring our renowned faculty, world‑class outdoor hands‑on training facilities, and a comprehensive curriculum—plus premium Skyler hiking gear. Join us on the eastern slopes of Mount Gongga, unlock official CAA certification beneath the snow-capped peaks, and turn your passion for the outdoors into a lifelong career!

Skyler & Hiking Crew

China Mountaineering Association Beginner Mountain Outdoor Instructor Training Course

Luding Station
The first-half 2026 beginner-level class is now officially open for registration!

Limited spots available—every student who registers will receive sponsorship from Skylo equipment.

Spaces are limited. If you’d like to attend the training, please register as soon as possible to secure your spot.

❏ Registration inquiries:

❏ Key highlights of the intensive training, upholding professional excellence.

✅ Taught by a top-tier faculty: Taught by seasoned industry instructors—including Ye Weidong, Yin Dongsheng, Huang Bo, Dong Changhai, and Xu Bo—this program combines systematic instruction with hands-on, real-world practice, bringing professional expertise to the great outdoors.

✅ Outdoor Training Routes: Gongga’s eastern slope offers an unparalleled alpine setting, delivering the ultimate in both scenery and immersive experience among comparable training programs—where learning and breathtaking views go hand in hand.

✅ Skyler SCALER exclusive benefits: Participants can join the Skyloong Gear‑Up Hiking Pioneers Program, receive the brand’s high‑performance quick‑dry T‑shirt, and gain access to resources for gear‑up hiking events.

✅ Line Industry resource support: We’ve invited Zeng Hua, founder of Skyler, and Xing She Cong Cong, founder of Hiking China, to share their insights, helping you gain a deeper understanding of the outdoor industry and develop a clear career roadmap. Top-performing participants will be directly placed into both organizations’ talent pools.

✅ Customized merchandise bundle: Receive a physical copy of the “100 Classic Hiking Trails Worldwide” book from Walk China, along with custom souvenirs such as a quick-drying hat and a backpack cover.

✅ Outdoor employment opportunities: Trainees who excel in each session will be directly added to our talent pool and offered full-time or part-time employment opportunities in the outdoor industry.

✅ Official Certification Certificate Upon completion of the training, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for the “Beginner Mountain Outdoor Instructor Training” issued by the Chinese Mountaineering Association. After passing the assessment, you will also be awarded an electronic certificate as a “Chinese Mountaineering Association Beginner Mountain Outdoor Instructor,” which can be viewed and downloaded from the Chinese Mountaineering Association’s Outdoor Education and Training Platform under My Account > My Certificates.

Skyler × Hiking China

Outdoor Leader Development Program

As China’s leading brand in heavy-duty hiking gear, SCALER has partnered with Hiking China to create… Outdoor Leader Development Program Through systematic training, practical certification, and career‑development support, the two parties are jointly cultivating core professional talent for China’s outdoor industry, laying the foundation for a sustainable and safe ecosystem. This event is not only a visual feast showcasing SKYRACE’s all‑terrain gear series, but also an in‑depth dialogue on the future of heavy‑gear trekking in China, the development of specialized professionals, and the safety and ecological sustainability of the mountains and wilderness. The two sides also jointly launched… “China’s Top Ten Heavy‑Duty Hiking Routes” , with the aim of setting a professional standard for hiking and guiding outdoor trekking toward greater safety, professionalism, and depth.

From outdoor enthusiasts to professional expedition leaders, from pure passion to hard‑earned expertise, SkyLodge has always stood by every outdoor adventurer on their journey of growth. The first cohort has already set out into the mountains and wilderness, armed with professional skills, while the snow‑capped peaks of Hailuogou await those who share a love for the outdoors—let your passion for the great outdoors take root in professionalism and blossom into boundless possibilities!