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South China Morning Post

To the stars: junior astronaut training programmes spark interest in space from a young age

The wonders of space exploration have always held a special thrill, and for some fortunate Hong Kong youngsters the chance to learn up-close about the science and operations behind a successful mission is no longer an improbable dream. Advertisement Thanks to a number of exciting initiatives, it is now possible to sign up for 'astronaut training', an eye-opening and character-building experience for every person who takes part. The key elements typically include sessions to explain the principles of space flight, the technology used and different mission objectives. But there may also be opportunities to visit a launch site and control centre, observe technical specialists as they carry out their work here on Earth, and even meet former astronauts. Space Camp alumnus Alex Ngan. Photo: Handout One such initiative is the YF Life Jr Space Camp programme, which began in 1999 with the aim of offering simulated astronaut training for children from Hong Kong and Macau.