Angelika Dubach

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Angelika Dubach, 21 years old, completed her professional horse training apprenticeship from 2018 to 2021 at CNP Berne. She has been working independently since 2022. Actively participating in Eventing since 2020, she was part of the national young riders’ squad from 2021 to 2023 and has been a member of the under-25 elite since 2024. She is stationed with her training/sport horses in Saint-Aubin.

Chloé and Candice Thierrin

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Chloé and Candice Thierrin, passionate about horse riding since they were little girls. Chloé, 19 years old, is studying in the field of social work, and Candice, 22 years old, is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Political Economy at the University of Fribourg. Although it’s not always easy to balance studies with the daily work of horses, the passion for horses has always been a part of the Thierrin family’s life.
In 2011, Candice began competing in show jumping in the pony categories. The following year, Chloé started her first show jumping season. The two riders have competed in the pony categories with many different mounts: Poupée II, Penny, Machno Holly, Machno Destiny, Genève, Ricky de la Tour, … But the “darling” of the family is undoubtedly Atomic du Courtil, who has enabled both riders to win numerous competitions. Particularly successful was Candice with him in 2015, when she won the Pony Trophy final and placed 2nd in the Romand Pony D Championship. This pony took Chloé to the Swiss Pony D Championship in 2017, which she won without much difficulty. It is thanks to this exceptional pony that the two riders obtained their show jumping license. Now, Atomic enjoys a pleasant retirement with the Marcuard family in Grandcour. With great emotion and many memories, the two riders leave behind this beautiful chapter of pony years.
Then, Candice began a new story with Melrite M, a 4-year-old mare, in 2021. They progress together and ended the 2023 show season with jumps of 110-115 cm. In 2023, Chloé starts a lovely story with Phoenix S, a 4-year-old mare. Having the horses in the stables right next to the house strengthens the relationship with their horses. They hope to experience many more beautiful moments in sport and passion under the colors of the HEIA shop with their two mares, Melrite M and Phoenix S.

Chloé Zbinden

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Chloé Zbinden, passionate about horse riding since she was 5 years old.

His vocation is a family affair. Her first riding lessons were offered by her godmother.

In 2005, she started jumping competitions with her first pony, Norman. In 2008, Jamahis de Lessac allowed her to take part in the Swiss Championship and obtain the title of vice champion Romande as well as various other classifications.

With Unicolor de Lhocre, a 13-year-old mare, they shoot up to 125cm for several seasons and Gucci de Murger, 7, has just joined Chloé’s family with a goal of 130cm.

Joséphine Krug

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Joséphine Krug is 35 years old and has been associated with Baltimore (aka “Balti”) for over 10 years now.
Debuted by her husband, David Kohnké, Balti and Joséphine have climbed the ladder together and now have a nice record of achievements:

2021 4e au Championnat Vaudois, 8e au Championnat Romand et 2 participations au Championnat Suisse
2020 3e au championnat romand R et participation au Championnat Suisse
2018 vice championne vaudoise R
2017 championne vaudoise R

Bought at 5 years old and today 8 years old Guery is ridden by her husband and herself in competition. They are the happy parents of their little Appoline who will certainly succeed her parents!

Justine van Londen

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Justine van Londen, 18 years old, is a Swiss rider within the framework of the Swiss national young eventing. She actively participates in national (B3) as well as international (1*-intro and 2*) eventing competitions, as well as show jumping (110-115) and dressage (FB).

During the 2023 season, Justine achieved remarkable results in all three disciplines. She placed 5th at the Swiss Young Riders Championships in Avenches and secured 3rd place at the Fribourg Dressage Championships for Juniors. Additionally, she achieved good rankings in show jumping courses ranging from 1.10m to 1.15m. Her previous achievements include a gold medal at the Swiss Junior Eventing Championships in Aarau the previous year. In 2021, she was also Romandie U-25 Champion and Fribourg Junior Dressage Champion.

Laurance Hodel

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Laurance Hodel, manager of the Equestrian Center d’la Foule in Vers-chez-Perrin for eight years, offers boarding services, horse training, and provides dressage/jumping lessons. With over 20 years of experience in the field, she enjoys teaching and passing on the knowledge acquired over the years, working in various structures, both leisure and competition-oriented. Laurance is delighted to represent the HEIA brand at her facilities and during her numerous competition outings in both jumping and dressage.

Martine Barbey

DRESSAGE / ATTELAGE

Our ambassador Martine Barbey lives in Dompierre (FR) and owns, with her husband, a stable with pensioners. Together they practice carriage driving at the international level and Martine rides dressage at the regional level.

Horses have been part of her life since she was a child. She is filled with wonderful moments with her horses, they are all different but each one brings her so much. As long as her future and her health allow it, Martine will continue to ride dressage and dreams of one day participating in a big event.

Mirco Morelli

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Mirco Morelli, aged 30, is based in Prez-vers-Noréaz, where he works as a professional in the equine industry. As the manager of the infrastructure comprising a riding school, horse boarding facilities, and an equestrian shop, he fully invests himself in his field. With the takeover of the riding center in Prez, Mirco has decided to focus more on young horses, thereby showcasing his expertise and passion for the development of these future equine talents.

Robin Godel

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Robin has been riding since he was a child, especially in the discipline of eventing (dressage, show jumping and cross-country combined in one competition).
He was crowned Swiss Champion six times, including this year 2022. He is currently a member of the national eventing team. Having participated in six European Championships (U21 and Elite), the Elite World Championships in 2018 in the USA and the Olympic Games in Tokyo 2020, he is currently preparing for the World Championships in Pratoni del Vivaro in September 2022.

Romy Bertschy

DRESSAGE / SPECTACLE

Romy Bertschy is 42 years old and has been passionate about horses since she was a child.
Her first haflinger Starsky arrived 18 years ago and she started competing in driving, dressage and jumping.
She also started ground work, liberty, circus and started her first shows.
Mac, her Spanish Arabian mare who excelled in show jumping, is also part of the team! Nine years ago she bought Caprice, a 12 year old FM who she works with daily to her great delight.
Since the end of December 2021 a new arrival named Iwo, 1m75, a 6 year old Polish gelding. On the way to new adventures!

Achievements:
2021 : Champion of Fribourg in dressage, brevet category
Winner of the cross-country Welcome in Ecublens
Various rankings in dressage category FM 2 / officials
2. rank Horseathlon competition category D2 in Avenches
8. rank Swiss Horseathlon Championship category D2 in Avenches

Romy Pujol

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The passion for horses runs in the family for this individual. Since a very young age, she has been introduced to horse riding thanks to her father. Driven by this passion, she started taking lessons in a riding school at the age of 5.

In September 2017, she acquired her first pony, Magic Sun du Val, with whom she successfully completed her certification in April 2018. Together, they competed in events until 2021. At the end of August 2021, she acquired her horse, Stalois J P S. Thanks to him, she completed her license and achieved her first victories. Currently, she competes in events at the 110-115 level.

In November 2023, she encountered Honorine de Lauteret, a mare entrusted to her. Although they haven’t participated in competitions yet, the goal is to take their time and see where this new adventure leads them.

Alongside her passion for show jumping, she also has a keen interest in trotting races. In May 2021, she obtained her amateur driver’s license and has been participating in races with various owner’s horses since.

Her passion is so significant that she decided to turn it into her profession. Currently in the first year of apprenticeship, she specializes as a horse professional, focusing particularly on racehorses.

Sandrine Berger

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Sandrine Berger grew up around horses as she and her family own the Manège du Mont-sur-Lausanne.

Sandrine now competes at a high level in show jumping. She competes in international and Grand Prix competitions and has taken part in the Longines Global Tours.

Calgary and Qatoki have been her two faithful lead horses for several years now. In parallel to her sports activities, Sandrine teaches daily at the Manège.

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Tatiana Durussel

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Tatiana, aged 37, is a teacher in Payerne with 16 years of experience. She has been riding horses since the age of 9, starting with horseback riding camps and weekly lessons, excluding winter months as her mother preferred not to wait in the cold. At 14, her grandmother gifted Tatiana and her sister their first horse, a small Iberian. Since then, Tatiana has consistently had horses. While not actively competing, she enjoys engaging in dressage, jumping, and leisurely rides for pleasure. Her primary goal is to progress with her horses, Calla Star and Safari des Haies. Married with two children aged 5 and 7, Tatiana, along with her husband, took over the Sassel equestrian center in 2017. They manage the facility with a focus on maintaining a familial atmosphere and ensuring the well-being of the horses.

Victoria Pinto

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Victoria Pinto, aged 17, has been a passionate equestrian since her early years. She has had the privilege of riding three competition horses to date. Among them is Isa Estella S, her mother’s 19-year-old mare, with which Victoria has competed up to a height of 1m. In 2022, this mare gave birth to Kra’Coeur des Bois, Victoria’s foal, who is soon to join the stables for training.

For over two years, Victoria shared a wonderful story with Cador de Blonde, a marvelous pony with whom she gained valuable experience, reaching heights of 105 cm.

Currently, Victoria is riding alongside her mare Leverdeen TK Z, who has been with her since September 2021. Together, they have already achieved her license, participated in their first national competitions, and as of today, they are competing in 115~120 events, with the future still to explore.

In parallel with her equestrian passion, Victoria is in her second year of professional horse apprenticeship. This profession provides her with a unique opportunity to accumulate valuable experience, teaching her the intricacies of handling both young and more complex horses.