“Helgstrand Dressage is proud to announce that, effective January 1, 2026, Helgstrand Dressage Germany will move its operations to the world’s most successful dressage rider, Isabell Werth. The long-standing and valued collaboration with Paul Schockemöhle will continue unchanged,” announced Helgstrand Dressage in a press release this week.
Helgstrand Dressage Germany was previously based at Gestüt Famos, which was sold in 2024 to stallion owner Maik Kanitzky.
Helgstrand Dressage says that under the expert leadership of Dr. Ulf Möller, the German division has achieved outstanding results; Dr. Ulf Möller will continue as part of the Helgstrand team, as a scout, trainer, and international representative to clients.
“We are pleased to continue benefiting from Ulf’s wide-ranging experience and deep expertise,” says Andreas Helgstrand. “I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Ulf and the entire team for our highly successful years at Gestüt Famos. Several team members will continue in the new setup.”
Helgstrand Dressage also says that in connection with the new partnership, Werth is developing state-of-the-art facilities that include modern offices, an EU-approved stallion station, stabling, and expanded training areas for both breeding stallions and sport horses. Helgstrand Dressage Germany will lease space at these facilities, where Werth will oversee the staff and take responsibility for the training and development of the horses.
“This extension of our collaboration with Isabell Werth is a dream come true,” continues Andreas Helgstrand. “[Isabell] is not only a living legend in the sport, but also one of the most professional and respected figures in the entire equestrian world. With this new setup, we are ensuring world-class conditions for the development and performance of our horses.”
Werth says she is looking forward to this partnership, and to welcoming both stallions and sales horses to the yard. “Together, we aim to raise the bar for quality in training and create optimal conditions for the horses both in breeding and sport,” she adds.
Helgstrand Dressage says its partnership with Paul Schockemöhle regarding the sale and distribution of stallion semen remains unchanged.
Andreas Helgstrand returned to the competition arena this year after serving a 15 month suspension by the Danish Equestrian Federation and FEI, following the airing of the documentary Operation X, and an investigation into a separate matter. The Danish Equestrian Federation has recently named Helgstrand and stallion Jovian on the national team for the 2025 European Dressage Championships.
