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The power of connection

Horse Act is a center of expertise in leadership, team development and personal growth, built on the unique wisdom of horses. From our quiet homestead, Hof van ’t Rommersum in Zoutleeuw, we guide individuals, teams and organizations in strengthening their communication, collaboration and leadership. Horse Act is made up of a small, dedicated team and a herd of twelve horses who are considered full partners in our daily work.

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Our method is carried forward by a growing network of Horsepower® practitioners and Horsepower® masters: professionals in HR, coaching, leadership development and organizational consulting, who have specialized in working with the Horsepower® model and its accompanying assessment tools.

This network enables us to:

  • implement our methodology with quality and consistency across different sectors;
  • support organizations on a larger scale;
  • exchange expertise and learn collaboratively;
  • continuously build a professional framework around equine wisdom and leadership.

Every practitioner and master is carefully trained and certified. They work from the same core values — integrity, clarity, safety and respect for both human and horse. From that same vision, we collaborate with organizations that believe in honest communication, healthy humanity, and leadership that adapts fluidly to what the moment requires.

Horse Act team

" I am fascinated by the psychology of the horse herd and work with these beautiful animals and their silent language every day. I enriched my experience as an entrepreneur with trainings to become leadership coach, horse coach, systemic working with horses, horse training, etc.

Our Horsepower® framework is based on the natural forces associated with our energy, intention and connection. I feel particularly grateful when clients learn to have a more positive, powerful and serene approach to life. And I can do that thanks to a very special voice condition that has brought me to the silent horse language 🫶🏾."

After she sold her IT company, Ilse founded the private foundation Endelea Foundation. Since 2021, this charity organization has focused on mental health in Central Africa by providing support in the field of digitalization.

“I work with people in motion. With leaders and teams who sense that something is going on, but can’t yet fully put it into words. My strength lies in translating insights into sustainable change within a professional context.

My background? Marketing, communication and transition management. For years, I stood at the heart of change: new structures, growing organizations, shifting roles… Along the way, my fascination grew for the human being behind the role. What truly moves leaders and teams?

Today, I work as an organizational coach. I support leaders and teams in further developing the insights that emerge from the Horsepower© assessments. I believe in the power of insights—big insights, small insights—the sparks that make real growth possible. Because sustainable change begins with insight and grows through connection.”

Within Horse Act, Els ensures the streamlined organization of all activities: the workshops, the rental of the facilities but also the grooming of the horses. The focus is not only on horse care, but on horse well-being. That means all physical, emotional and psychological factors. So horse health.

Els spent her entire life among horses. As Operational Manager, she runs the Hof van 't Rommersum and she has developed the location into an oasis of peace. 

"I am a horse person but also a human person. Dealing with the daily challenges within our Horse Act ecosystem... that is my thing 🐴 . Read my personal story here . "   

"I have always had a big heart for animals and a deep admiration for nature and everything it has to offer us. It gives me great joy to contribute to projects that bring the power of this magnificent nature closer to people.

Through my many years of teaching experience, I have also come to understand human nature better. And more and more, I am convinced of how essential that connection with nature truly is for us.

Being able to collaborate with wonderful, warm people and these extraordinary animals, in a beautiful environment where you can fully unwind, makes it all the more rewarding."

Ingrid from Herent

“ My motivation at work was completely gone. I have a tendency to make myself small. The workshop made me better understand the importance of good communication. I now feel stronger and I dare to speak my mind. Yes, this also improves the bond with colleagues. It was a nice day. Thanks Rommersum, Ingrid. ”

An uit Landen

“They hit the nail on the head — the observations, comments, and insights my horse coach noted during the scan session. They perfectly captured how I felt in that moment, who I am, and where I still have some room to grow. And that report afterwards… I have no words for it. How is that even possible?”

 
 

Helena - sister from Zellik

"I compliment you on your friendly approach. It was very easy to communicate with you and discuss everything regarding the workshop. You were always willing to answer questions and meet our wishes. The flexibility and openness you showed , made the whole organization smooth and pleasant.

Thank you again for creating such an unforgettable experience. You gave my sister a birthday gift that she will cherish forever. I will definitely recommend you to friends and family who are interested in similar workshops."

Bart from Tessenderlo

“My horse was too old to go on a competition. Until I have attended the workshop groundwork. I didn’t know there could be so much interaction between her and me. The horses of the Rommersum are darling. It was a very interesting course. “O it is “

Sarah – Manager from Diest

“The power of horses has given me more insight into my own strength, which was hidden under many layers of thinking, instead of feeling. It also helped me gain more confidence in dealing with these big gentle giants. And with it more confidence in life and everything that presents itself. Working with horses in this way, in such a beautiful place, is extremely valuable and unique!” 
Sarah

Bouwbedrijf

As a construction company, we’re used to working with hard materials, tight deadlines, and clear structures. But during our team event at Horse Act, we discovered something completely different: the gentle power of connection. Under the guidance of Ilse and her horses, we experienced how our communication, energy, and collaboration were quite literally reflected in the behavior of a horse. No masks, no hierarchy — just real interaction. It was both confronting and enlightening.

What struck us most? That true connection isn’t about control, but about trust and alignment. That realization was an eye-opener — not only for us as a team but also as leaders. The session with Lander, the wise leader of the herd, showed us how subtle leadership can be when it comes from a place of calm and respect. It’s an experience that will stay with us for a long time — on our worksites and in our meetings alike.

A unique and powerful day that brought us closer together as a team — and to ourselves. Highly recommended.

Ivo

“I received the booklet and the workshop The Silent Language as a gift from my wife and I really thought this was not for me. I like to see horses, from a distance. But the theory was interesting. It took a moment to pause and understand how things work... and then applying this to the horses was great. Each participant at their own pace. I thought that was well done. It was an exciting day that flew by quickly. Ilse is a good hostess who delivers the workshop professionally. Recommended. Ivo”

Annick - lawyer Brussels

“I have already followed various coaching programs, but that was not horse coaching. With Ilse I was really surprised by her approach. Everything has been very well thought out from start to finish. The beautiful surroundings are an oasis of peace, back to basics! For me, who lives in the center of Brussels, this is truly an incredible relief. I will definitely come back.”

Vrouwelijk netwerk

Our networking event (with 15 participants) on female leadership was an afternoon session combining theory, observation with horses, and reflective conversation over a drink. The exchange between participants flowed naturally from the start — but the real magic happened when we got to feel the theory inside the round pen, together with Oya, the intuitive lead mare of the herd.

Oya invited us to slow down, to be truly present in the moment, and to connect without words. What was remarkable was how each woman, in her own way, was mirrored in her leadership. Some discovered how strong their presence already was, while others realized how often they still make themselves ‘small.’ But we all felt the same truth: leadership begins within — and the herd senses instantly whether you are truly there.

This event became a deeply unique experience. An absolute must for every woman entrepreneur who wants to make her mark in a still male-dominated world.

Marijke

“Dear Ilse,
Coaching means going into depth. But it's so nice to give each other feedback in the middle of the horses. Forget everything for a moment and pay attention to yourself. And pay attention to pain points, to allow them to surface and release without too much pain. Indeed in a place in the here and now. Realizing that we are all perfectly fine. We can be there. Thank you. I return home with a warm feeling and a broad smile. Grateful and full of love. Love Marijke”

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