My name is Astrid van der Ploeg

and I have been working with horses for over 30 years.
Throughout these years, I have supported horses in every phase of training. From young horses to rehabilitation, from natural horsemanship to classical riding.

My way of working grew out of experiences that made me deeply aware of the vulnerability of horses and the responsibility we carry as humans.

Working with horses that had become stuck, misunderstood, or written off formed the foundation of my mission: to give horses a voice and guide them toward a new future.

This practical experience led me to further specialise in the mental and physical guidance of horses. I focused on working with restart horses, behavioural challenges, and the rehabilitation of horses with significant movement issues. Alongside this, I continued to deepen my knowledge of horse-friendly training, based on the principles of Natural Horsemanship and Classical Dressage.

By guiding hundreds of horses, I learned that behaviour and movement cannot be separated.
When you learn to understand them together, space is created for relaxation, development, and genuine partnership.

The Horse Transformation Club reflects the way I have worked for many years: with attention, knowledge, and respect for the individual horse, and with a clear focus on training that supports both physical and mental well-being.