Soňa Kaloušková

Soňa Kaloušková is a Czech classical dressage trainer, equestrian educator, clinician, and founder of AEQUILIBRIUM ASHAADOX. Based in Skřivany, Czech Republic, she has over 30 years of riding and breeding experience and specializes in classical dressage, Academic Art of Riding, equine biomechanics, and ethical horse education.

Specialties

Soňa specializes in:

* Classical dressage

* Academic Art of Riding

* Equine biomechanics

* Ethical horse education

* Rider biomechanics

* Groundwork and in-hand work

* Horse behavior and balance

* Horse-and-rider development.

Professional Background

Soňa has spent more than three decades riding, breeding, and studying horses. Her education has included long-term mentorship with leading European trainers, including:

* David de Wispelaere (classical dressage)

* Sabine Mosen (School of Lightness by Philippe Karl)

* Greetje Hakvoort, completing a Master Class at the Horse & Human Academy in the Netherlands

* Claudia Strauß

* Bent Branderup, with whom she has studied Academic Art of Riding since 2018

She regularly teaches clinics, online courses, and webinars on classical riding, equine biomechanics, and ethical training methods through her AEQUILIBRIUM ASHAADOX platform.

Training Philosophy

Her coaching emphasizes:

* Classical European riding traditions.

* Ethical, horse-centered education.

* Developing balance before collection.

* Understanding equine biomechanics and the nervous system.

* Creating harmony through communication rather than force.

Services

She offers:

* Private lessons

* Clinics

* Online coaching

* Webinars

* Horse-and-rider education

* Groundwork and ridden instruction

* Educational articles and courses.