WHC Denmark Summer Riding Camps 2026
WHC Denmark Summer Riding Camps 2026
Bitless Riding Camps for Children and Young Riders Summer 2026
Every year, I host two or three riding camps for children and young people at my stables in Roskilde, Denmark. These are truly valuable weeks where everyone learns a lot about horse training and bitless riding – but also about personal awareness, social relationships, and how to sense and manage their own energy.
Everyone lives and sleeps at the camp for almost a full week – typically from Monday morning until the following Saturday afternoon, when we finish with a performance for all parents and families.
Throughout the week, we train in large groups, in smaller groups, and individually. We do groundwork, ride, some also practice jumping – and there is always a treasure hunt on horseback, ridden in small teams in a nearby forest, and always bitless.
In the evenings we also ride, and on some nights we gather for extra indoor sessions – for example, I give talks about the wild horses in the US and Brazil, and share what research tells us about the effects of the bit in the horse’s mouth and why WHC is always bitless.
We do have an indoor class room for rainy days, but we always prefer to use the out door class room under the large tree, giving us shade on very sunny days.
The camps are typically a mix of Danish and international students - we have had had participants from USA, from Spain, from The Netherlands and Switzerland.
Every year we have new participants and participants that have been on our camps many times before.
Discover more about our Summer Riding Camps below – or visit the WHC Denmark page to dive deeper into our world.
There you can explore the WHC Show Team and learn more about our annual performances at the Danish Horse Show in Roskilde, where our experienced riders take the stage each year. Through these performances, we proudly demonstrate the essence of true horsemanship and the beauty of bitless riding – built on trust, communication, and partnership between horse and rider.
In all our children/youth camps there will be new friendships. Many keeping in touch across borders through the year and looking forward to meeting up again next year.
Below a photo of our nice outdoor class room.
Guest of honor Trunte getting dressed up for her show.
Trunte and Josephine showing their beautiful friendship.
Camp children making a show for their parents on the last day.
A look around the camp on the first day of the camp.
Heike & Daisy
Heike and Daisy’s performance was a true demonstration that even Grand Prix level dressage can be ridden bitless — and in a cordeo. Look for their show in the event program 2025.
I always enjoy collaborating with other bitless riders — showing just how much is possible when we set our minds to it. We may have different backgrounds and see some things differently, but we share the same curiosity and interest in bitless riding.
At last year’s event, we shared the arena with riding and performance coach Heike Kröning Callesen from www.laredodressage.com. Together with her Grand Prix horse Daisy, she delivered a breathtaking performance — and as you can see in the video on the left, the audience loved it. Witnessing the harmony between Heike and Daisy in the arena was truly special.
At the time, Daisy was 25 years old. After so many years together, Heike was able to ride a Grand Prix freestyle on Daisy — bitless and in cordeo. Though Daisy is now blind, she continues to shine. Guided by Heike’s body language and her voice, Daisy listens intently to every cue.
She still loves being part of the performance, and although she can no longer see the audience, she can certainly hear the cheering and feel the love. Many in the audience was moved to tears and in that moment it was clear: love, trust, and many years together can create true magic...
"WHC is guided by a hope — that together, we can create a shift in how we relate to horses"
When horses are free to choose, transformation begins — and there is a shift in their breath, posture, and especially their eyes. Tension gives way to trust. Resistance becomes relationship. This is the heart of When Horses Choose.
I teach clinics and courses in Denmark, the US, Brazil — and sometimes in other places like Iceland or China. I often welcome guests from many other countries in my stables I Denmark - just as I do one-one-one online video trainings with owners and horses all over the world.
Each year, I host youth camps in Denmark and Brazil. These are about much more than riding — they also focus on personal leadership and emotional awareness through connecting with horses.
Beyond training, I work to protect wild horses, especially American mustangs. I follow and document herds in the US and Brazil. They inspire everything I do.
Whether I’m working with a family horse, a wild stallion, or a young rider, the message is the same: When we listen more and connect better, the horse shows us the way...
Use the top menu to see WHC's current activities in either Denmark, US or Brazil - in each place we have different events through out the year.
Below I will share some of my more recent blog posts highlighting key aspects of how we work with horses — and why it matters
Visiting the mustang rescue 'Return to Freedom' in California
Visiting the mustang rescue 'Return to Freedom', where the real horse 'Spirit' resides. Beautiful place where amazing work is done for the Mustangs. Magic experience. I met the foal (now 12 years old)... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•3 min read
Epic's Story
Epic with her two freeze marks from being captured twice. One on her neck and one on her back. First time she ended up being a brutally abused rodeo horse, next time she ended up in an illegal slaught... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•2 min read
Visiting Florida Wild Horse Rescue in 2011
DescriptionIn the years leading up to 2011 I was following all the information about the federal round-ups of the mustangs. Many ugly stories and footage from the captures were available online and I ... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•4 min read
Galaxy - The Mustang with the blue eyes
Galaxy is one of the wild Mustangs captured in one of the federal round-ups in the wild dessert and now (luckily) ended up at the Mustang rescue 'Return Freedom'. He will have good life and freedom fo... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•2 min read
New Jersey: Moonlight - 18 years old gelding and had never been ridden
I was working with Moonlight for a few days in a NJ Clinic. He was already 18 years old and the owner would like to be able to ride him. ...more
Clinics US
August 12, 2025•1 min read
Philadelphia: Riesling - 3 year old sports horse
Riesling is a sweet and beautiful 3 years old mare. She lives in a stall most of the day, every day - besides a few hours alone in a paddock. ...more
Clinics US
August 12, 2025•2 min read
Clinics in Denmark
Teaching my method at an external course.
All summer long, we host courses and clinics across Denmark — both here at WHC and at different locations around the country. Every place we go is a chance to connect with new horses and people, and to share the unique experience of learning together.
In Denmark, our clinics typically run for three days, while our courses are usually two days. Each format gives plenty of time for deep learning, practical exercises, and building stronger partnerships between horse and rider.
Whether you bring your own horse, join with a loan horse, or simply come as a spectator, you’ll be part of an inspiring atmosphere where every training session offers valuable insights. Many participants tell us that just watching and reflecting can be just as powerful as being in the arena themselves.
I begin every course and clinic by introducing my training method and the philosophy behind it. From there, each horse-and-owner team receives two training sessions per day, where I guide the work step by step. The teaching is a blend of theory, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises — so both horse and human are learning together.
This format gives participants the chance to practice, reflect, and see real progress over just a few days.
Many riders discover that they already leave their very first course with a new 'natural language' for communicating with their horse — one based on clarity, choice, and trust.
In a summer clinic we met these beautiful Gypsy horses.
In June, we had a wonderful clinic in Græsted, where we met this stunning black sport horse.
Both he and his owner later joined us at this year’s youth camps, contributing to the training and sharing their fine energy with us.
See the video from the clinic below.
In June, we had a wonderful clinic in Græsted, where we met this stunning black sport horse.
Both he and his owner later joined us at this year’s youth camps, contributing to the training and sharing their fine energy with us.
See the video from the clinic below.
WHC Riding Camps Summer 2026
Every year, I host two or three riding camps for children and young people at my stables in Roskilde, Denmark. These are truly valuable weeks where everyone learns a lot about horse training and bitless riding – but also about personal awareness, social relationships, and how to sense and manage their own energy.
Everyone lives and sleeps at the camp for almost a full week – typically from Monday morning until the following Saturday afternoon, when we finish with a performance for all parents and families.
Throughout the week, we train in large groups, in smaller groups, and individually. We do groundwork, ride, some also practice jumping – and there is always a treasure hunt on horseback, ridden in small teams in a nearby forest, and always bitless.
In the evenings we also ride, and on some nights we gather for extra indoor sessions – for example, I give talks about the wild horses in the US and Brazil, and share what research tells us about the effects of the bit in the horse’s mouth and why WHC is always bitless.
We do have an indoor class room for rainy days, but we always prefer to use the out door class room under the large tree, giving us shade on very sunny days.
The camps are typically a mix of Danish and international students - we have had had participants from USA, from Spain, from The Netherlands and Switzerland.
Every year we have new participants and participants that have been on our camps many times before.
Discover more about our Summer Riding Camps below – or visit the WHC Denmark page to dive deeper into our world.
There you can explore the WHC Show Team and learn more about our annual performances at the Danish Horse Show in Roskilde, where our experienced riders take the stage each year. Through these performances, we proudly demonstrate the essence of true horsemanship and the beauty of bitless riding – built on trust, communication, and partnership between horse and rider.
In all our children/youth camps there will be new friendships. Many keeping in touch across borders through the year and looking forward to meeting up again next year.
Below a photo of our nice outdoor class room.
Guest of honor Trunte getting dressed up for her show.
Trunte and Josephine showing their beautiful friendship.
Camp children making a show for their parents on the last day.
A look around the camp on the first day of the camp.
Riding Camps for children and youth
Every year, I host two or three riding camps for children and young people at my stables in Roskilde, Denmark. These are truly valuable weeks where everyone learns a lot about horse training and bitless riding – but also about personal leadership, social relationships, and how to sense and manage their own energy.
Everyone lives and sleeps at the camp for almost a full week – typically from Friday afternoon until the following Saturday afternoon, when we finish with a performance for all parents and families.
Throughout the week, we train in large groups, in smaller groups, and individually.
We do groundwork, ride, some also practice jumping – and there is always a treasure hunt on horseback, ridden in small teams in a nearby forest, and always bitless.
In the evenings we also ride, and on some nights we gather for extra indoor sessions – for example, I give talks about the wild horses in the US and Brazil, and share what research tells us about the effects of the bit in the horse’s mouth and why WHC is always bitless.
WHC is driven by a hope — that together, we can create a shift in how we relate to horses
When horses are free to choose, transformation begins — and there is a shift in their breath, posture, and especially their eyes. Tension gives way to trust. Resistance becomes relationship. This is the heart of When Horses Choose.
I teach clinics and courses in Denmark, the US, Brazil — and sometimes in other places like Iceland or China. I often welcome guests from many other countries in my stables I Denmark - just as I do one-one-one online video trainings with owners and horses all over the world.
Each year, I host youth camps in Denmark and Brazil. These are about much more than riding — they also focus on personal leadership and emotional awareness through connecting with horses.
Beyond training, I work to protect wild horses, especially American mustangs. I follow and document herds in the US and Brazil. They inspire everything I do.
Whether I’m working with a family horse, a wild stallion, or a young rider, the message is the same: When we listen more and connect better, the horse shows us the way...
Use the top menu to see WHC's current activities in either Denmark, US or Brazil - in each place we have different events through out the year.
Below I will share some of my more recent blog posts highlighting key aspects of how we work with horses — and why it matters
The heart of When Horses Choose is knowing that when horses are free to choose, transformation begins — and there is a sudden shift in their breath, posture, and especially their eyes. Tension gives way to trust. Resistance becomes relationship.
I teach clinics and courses in Denmark and abroad. I often welcome guests from many other countries in my stables I Denmark - just as I do one-one-one online video trainings with owners and horses all over the world.
Each year, I host youth and teens camps in Denmark and Brazil. The camps are about much more than riding — they also focus on personal leadership, emotional awareness and social intelligence through connecting with horses.
Beyond training, I am engaged in protecting wild horses, especially the American mustangs. I follow and document herds in the US and Brazil. They inspire everything I do.
Whether I’m working with a family horse, a wild stallion, or a young rider, the message is the same: When we listen more and connect better, the horse shows us the way...
Use the top menu to see WHC's current activities in either Denmark, US or Brazil - in each place we have different activities ongoing.
Below I will share some of my more recent blog posts highlighting key aspects of our work with horses — and why it matters...
Visiting the mustang rescue 'Return to Freedom' in California
Visiting the mustang rescue 'Return to Freedom', where the real horse 'Spirit' resides. Beautiful place where amazing work is done for the Mustangs. Magic experience. I met the foal (now 12 years old)... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•3 min read
Epic's Story
Epic with her two freeze marks from being captured twice. One on her neck and one on her back. First time she ended up being a brutally abused rodeo horse, next time she ended up in an illegal slaught... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•2 min read
Visiting Florida Wild Horse Rescue in 2011
DescriptionIn the years leading up to 2011 I was following all the information about the federal round-ups of the mustangs. Many ugly stories and footage from the captures were available online and I ... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•4 min read
Galaxy - The Mustang with the blue eyes
Galaxy is one of the wild Mustangs captured in one of the federal round-ups in the wild dessert and now (luckily) ended up at the Mustang rescue 'Return Freedom'. He will have good life and freedom fo... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•2 min read
WHC is driven by a hope —
that together, we can create a shift in how we relate to horses
The heart of When Horses Choose is knowing that when horses are free to choose, transformation begins — and there is a sudden shift in their breath, posture, and especially their eyes. Tension gives way to trust. Resistance becomes relationship.
I teach clinics and courses in Denmark and abroad. I often welcome guests from many other countries in my stables I Denmark - just as I do one-one-one online video trainings with owners and horses all over the world.
Each year, I host youth and teens camps in Denmark and Brazil. The camps are about much more than riding — they also focus on personal leadership, emotional awareness and social intelligence through connecting with horses.
Beyond training, I am engaged in protecting wild horses, especially the American mustangs. I follow and document herds in the US and Brazil. They inspire everything I do.
Whether I’m working with a family horse, a wild stallion, or a young rider, the message is the same: When we listen more and connect better, the horse shows us the way...
Use the top menu to see WHC's current activities in either Denmark, US or Brazil - in each place we have different events through out the year.
To the right I will share some of my more recent blog posts highlighting key aspects of our work with horses — and why it matters...
Visiting the mustang rescue 'Return to Freedom' in California
Visiting the mustang rescue 'Return to Freedom', where the real horse 'Spirit' resides. Beautiful place where amazing work is done for the Mustangs. Magic experience. I met the foal (now 12 years old)... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•3 min read
Epic's Story
Epic with her two freeze marks from being captured twice. One on her neck and one on her back. First time she ended up being a brutally abused rodeo horse, next time she ended up in an illegal slaught... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•2 min read
Visiting Florida Wild Horse Rescue in 2011
DescriptionIn the years leading up to 2011 I was following all the information about the federal round-ups of the mustangs. Many ugly stories and footage from the captures were available online and I ... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•4 min read
Galaxy - The Mustang with the blue eyes
Galaxy is one of the wild Mustangs captured in one of the federal round-ups in the wild dessert and now (luckily) ended up at the Mustang rescue 'Return Freedom'. He will have good life and freedom fo... ...more
Mustang, WIld horses, USA ,Mustangs, Wild horses, USA
August 19, 2025•2 min read
