HorsePower® Horse Whispering
Learner to understand your horse's language

Would you like your horse to listen to you because it trusts you, not because it has to? What if you could build a stronger connection with less effort? What if a subtle gesture were enough to work together?
Horses communicate through energy and body language, but we don't always recognise their signals. You'll discover how your own energy and intention influence your horse's behaviour. How to gain its attention without demanding it, set boundaries without being harsh, and provide direction without losing connection. You'll experience the power of loving authority and gain a deeper understanding of:
- Why your horse behaves the way it does.
- What your horse is trying to tell you.
- What kind of energy you project.
- How trust develops.
- How a genuine partnership grows.
Leadership has nothing to do with dominance. A good leader brings calm, creates clarity and sets boundaries without aggression. This applies to people, but certainly also to horses. Within HorsePower®, we call this Fluid Leadership: a continuous balance between structure and freedom, authority and gentleness, and above all, clarity and empathy. When that balance is right, your horse no longer needs to be persuaded. It willingly chooses to move with you.
A Full Day of Hands-On Experience
Horse whispering is something you learn best through experience. We combine a brief deep dive into equine psychology with plenty of practical exercises. You'll observe horses, practise working with them at liberty and discover how small changes in your own behaviour can make a big difference. You'll leave with insights you can immediately apply with your own horse.
- Duration: one full day, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Location: Hof van ’t Rommersum, Zoutleeuw, Belgium.
- Who it's for: horse owners and horse lovers.
- Group size: minimum 4 participants.
- Included: drinks, refreshments and the books Paardenkracht and Paarden Weten Beter.
- Price: €225 per person. Private sessions are also available at €75 per hour.

Naomi - daughter from Bornem
"I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the wonderful horse workshop you organized for my mother's birthday. It was a truly fantastic experience for her and she thoroughly enjoyed it.
The fact that the workshop not only included riding, but also taking the horse from the pasture and brushing it made it really special. My mother loved having such direct interaction with the horses and feeling more connected to these beautiful animals.”
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
Team event rond communicatie
“With our team of seven, we took part in the full-day workshop The Silent Language at Horse Act. No role-playing, but a genuine experience centered around non-verbal communication — together with the horses. We began with a short theoretical introduction about body language, intention, and the power of energy in communication. Then we went to the paddock to work with the Horse Act horses. Each team member had the opportunity to connect with a horse, individually or in pairs — without words. Only through presence, posture, breathing, and inner calm. Over the course of the day, the atmosphere in our team shifted. There was more calm, more real listening.
The feedback afterwards was unanimously positive. We learned that communication is so much more than what you say. Highly recommended for any team that wants to grow in mutual understanding and respectful alignment.”
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.
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.
Katrin
“ I wanted to let you know how wonderful the workshop was and what beautiful reflections I received. Due to my enthusiasm it may not have been so clearly noticeable, but I am at a turning point in my life and starting yoga classes is a start of that. This comes with the necessary moments of doubt and uncertainty. I realize that I may not have stated this clearly, but at least your horses have responded to this 😊. I am very grateful that with all the information I see more pieces of the puzzle and can move a little further on my way..."
Iris
“My horse was getting too old to compete anymore. Until I attended the groundwork workshop. Really cool, I didn't know there could be so much interaction between her and me. The horses of Rommersum are sweethearts. It was a very interesting course. ”



