Carolin Malmkvist
Head Trainer
Carolin has over 35 years of professional experience in the equestrian industry. Born into an equestrian family, she trained with some of the top trainers in Sweden, leading her to win the State Championship in Three Day Eventing. She also rode in Sweden’s Elite Show Jumping Series, qualifying for the Swedish Championship along with carrying the title of team captain for the Pony Jumping Division and winning the gold medal two years in a row. Carolin worked at Markebacks Gard, a well-known Swedish breeding barn, where she started a number of Swedish Warmblood stallions.
Since Carolin has moved to the US, she has successfully competed on the ‘A Circuit’ in Hunters, Jumpers and Equitation with notable wins at HITS Thermal, Blenheim Equisports, Spruce Meadows and other Southern California venues.
“Teaching and jumping are my passion. My enthusiastic approach brings energy, enjoyment and commitment to the learning process.” - Carolin Malmkvist
Emma Bergkvist
ASSISTANT TRAINER
Like Carolin, Emma was born and raised in Sweden. She started riding at the age of 6 and went on to become part of her riding school's competitive team.
When she bought her own horse, showjumping became a part of her daily life and she started training with one of Sweden's preeminent riders/trainers, Helena Person. Emma has competed as a team member of Stockholm's largest equestrian club, placing in classes up to 1.25-1.35m. She has also competed individually up to 1.35-1.40m.