About us
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.

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.
HorsePower® team

"I am fascinated by the psychology of the horse herd and work every day with these magnificent animals. I can do this thanks to a very particular voice disorder that led me to the silent language of horses. My experience as an entrepreneur has been enriched with training in natural horsemanship, equine coaching, systemic work with horses, horse training and more.
Our HorsePower® model is based on the natural forces of energy, intention and connection. I feel deeply grateful when teams and their leaders begin to move with greater strength together and create meaningful impact."
After selling her IT company, Ilse founded the Endelea Foundation, a private charitable foundation. Since 2021, this organization has focused on mental health in Central Africa, supporting initiatives through 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."

"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."
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..."
Erlinde
“Lander really triggered something in me today. What an empathetic, wise soul. I have a feeling he still has a lot to teach me — so much. What a gift.”
Bart from Tessenderlo
Frieda uit Geel
"The Horse Power Scan was a truly eye-opening experience. Without needing many words, the horses showed me how I really show up — in life and in my work. What energy I radiate, how I use (or block) my inner strength, and where I still hold myself back. The session took place in the peaceful surroundings of the Horse Act retreat, in a natural, safe environment where you immediately feel: I can just be myself here. Ilse and her team guide the process with care and without judgment — but it’s the horses who do the real work: pure, intuitive, and honest. You immediately sense what’s aligned — and what’s not. I discovered that I often try too hard, while it’s actually my softness that allows for true connection. That insight hit me deeply, not because someone told me, but because I felt it — through the horse’s response to my presence. The combination of the typetest results, the live interaction with the horse, and the debriefing afterwards makes this a very transformative journey. No fluff, just clear and meaningful feedback you can actually use — both in your professional and personal life... the Horse Power Scan is an absolute must."
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.
Heidi, Caitlin and Meaghan
“Dear Els and Ilse,
Thanks for the 3 cool back to basics days. It was a great awakening between the horses, birds and swallows. Dissined with a nice breakfast and fresh eggs. We found it a very nice and educational workshop with Ilse and we will definitely try to continue. Good luck to you. Greetings, Heidi, Caitlin and Meaghan”
Koen - entrepreneur Kempen
Nancy
“The digital questionnaire was actually my preparation for an encounter with one of the horses at Horse Act. I answered it as truthfully and deeply as possible — the more information I provided, the more accurate the analysis could be, I thought. Triggered by the questions, I then scheduled a live session with one of the horses at Hof van ’t Rommersum. It turned out to be a beautiful complement to the initial questionnaire — and also a confronting one. Ilse Melotte had carefully selected the horse for me based on my preparation, choosing the one that would mirror exactly where my growth potential lay and where I wasn’t yet fully using my strengths. It’s a wonderful form of guidance, connection, development, discovery, confrontation, and renewal. Experiencing a session with Lander, the anchor stallion, under Ilse’s professional guidance was a privilege. Highly recommended for anyone who embraces connection and personal growth.” – Nancy
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?”
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



