Primary service

Professional harness
training

Every horse deserves a programme built specifically for them — not a standard template. I listen to the horse, get to know it, and build from there. Always in close dialogue with you as the owner, based at Mantorp Travbana in Östergötland.

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Why Jonathan?

Training and driving under one roof

When I both train and drive your horse, the same person who knows the horse is also the one deciding tactics on the track. That continuity is hard to replicate — and you notice it in the races.

I keep you updated continuously — not just when something happens. You always know how training is going, what we are focusing on, and how the horse is responding. If you have a question, just call.

Mantorp Travbana is a wonderful home track — good surface, excellent stable environment and an engaged trotting community. Your horse thrives and trains in ideal conditions.

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Training packages

What suits your horse?

Foundation training, ages 2–4

Young horse training

We begin calmly and methodically — handling, longeing, driving work — and progress gradually toward the starting gate. I never cut corners with young horses. A secure start leads to a better and longer career.

Included

  • Individual training plan
  • Regular owner updates
  • Longeing and driving work
  • Introduction to the race track
  • Veterinary follow-up

Suitable for

Young horses aged 2–4 with no prior racing experience

Competition preparation

Race conditioning

For horses that compete and want to perform better. We examine form, strengths and weaknesses and design a programme to take the horse to the next level — without stressing the body.

Included

  • Form analysis and fitness test
  • Individual interval programme
  • Race strategy and race planning
  • Video review of races
  • Ongoing owner dialogue

Suitable for

Active competition horses looking to take the next step

Recovery & return

Rehabilitation

A patient return to training after injury or rest. We always work in close contact with your vet and evaluate continuously — the horse's wellbeing always comes before the schedule.

Included

  • Veterinary coordination
  • Individual rehabilitation programme
  • Gradual load progression
  • Regular owner reporting
  • Ongoing evaluation

Suitable for

Horses recovering from injury or illness

The process

How we get started

  1. 01

    Enquiry

    Fill in the form and tell us a little about your horse and what you hope to achieve.

  2. 02

    Conversation

    We talk through the horse, its background and your expectations — a simple conversation, no fuss.

  3. 03

    Assessment

    I get to know the horse, carry out an assessment and draw up a programme tailored to it.

  4. 04

    We get started

    The horse is welcomed to Mantorp Travbana and we get to work. Regular updates from day one.

Ready to take the next step?

Complimentary initial consultation.

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