Kersö Equestrian – Safety and cooperation
Kersö Equestrian operates according to a well-thought-out system where every horse, regardless of age, is treated with respect for the individual and a focus on animal welfare. Here, safety and security for staff, riders, and horses are not just a goal but a cornerstone of all training.
A family farm with a forward-looking vision
Kersö Equestrian has been owned and operated by the Kleberg family since 2008, when the first stable and riding hall were built. Over the years, various training methods and formats have been evaluated, and today they work according to a system that works very well. It is based on the collaboration of several different competencies, and environmental training begins early with handling, leadership and load training, combined with the young horses being allowed to move freely in harmonious groups in large open spaces.
Focus on collaboration and respect
Kersö Equestrian focuses on cooperation and respect – horse groomers, farriers, trainers, veterinarians, masseurs and riders work together to ensure that both horses and employees are happy and develop. All are equally important for achieving success and for creating a strong community and pride in the workplace. The result of this is a work environment with high standards, great personal responsibility and clarity.
The horses are taught basic things early on – loading, saddling and handling – before the rider takes over the reins. A well-established process that builds on the overlap of knowledge with a focus on safety and communication.
– ”We avoid describing a horse as impossible without always trying to understand the individual”” explains Catherine Kleberg, rider and operations manager. Kersö Equestrians’ goal is for the horse to be comfortable from the very first ride, which is a safety issue for both the horse and the rider.
Animal welfare and long-term perspective
Older horses are also allowed to stay on the farm – the family’s former competition pony, Hennessy, at 28 years old is a fine example. Pasturing and adapting to the individual’s needs is an obvious part of everyday life for our older horses, who serve as nature pasture keepers in the beautiful cultural landscape of the vast reed meadows along the Mälaren River. Pasture management forms an important part of the work to preserve and develop biological diversity.
Kersö Equestrian is the main partner of our competition Future Stars. As the main partner, they want to help young horses develop at their own pace and believe that the competition fills an important gap for horses aged 7–9 years. They are also partners in this year's edition of the DressagePower Horse Show. Benjamin Werndl's Masterclass whose philosophy fits well with the goals of the Kersö Equestrians.
Philosophy in a nutshell: Solution-oriented
At Kersö Equestrian, we always think in a solution-oriented way. The focus is on what we can do, what we want to do, and what we stand for – not on what we should or shouldn’t do! Kersö Equestrian focuses on its goals and works methodically and step by step to achieve them.
All of this makes Kersö Equestrian a place where horses are shaped into safe, sustainable, and harmonious individuals.
Thank you Kersö Equestrian because you are partners with DressagePower!
