Founder & Rider

Alexandra G. Andresen 

Owner and rider with a genuine passion for equine welfare and excellence in every aspect. It's through Alexandra's philosophy that the foundation of Andresen Dressage is shaped. Alexandra boasts numerous notable achievements as a dressage rider and is now back in the saddle after a break. 

General Manager 

Ole Jørgen Jørgentvedt 

Ole Jørgen brings over 20 years of experience in breeding, training, and selling dressage horses, complemented by his veterinary background. With extensive industry knowledge, he is deeply committed to equine care and development.

Office Manager

Annelene Østberg 

Annelene is the backbone of our office, ensuring everything runs smoothly. From organizing employees, suppliers, and visitors to ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, she does it all.

Stable Manager

Rigmor Hustad 

Rigmor is the Stable Manager managing the daily affairs of our horses, from organizing their routines to coordinating vet and farrier visits. She also oversees their training regimen. 

Operation Manager 

Håkon Wilberg 

Håkon is our Operation Manager.  From mending fences to cutting hay, fixing machinery, and tending to the woodlands, he ensures everything runs smoothly. 

Assisting Stable Manager 

Ruth Henriksen 

Ruth is Sami's dedicated groom. Meticulous, conscientious, and always in control, she's two steps ahead, ensuring Sami's horses are always in top-notch condition down to the smallest detail. 

Rider

Sami Vuoristo

Sami is our Finnish rider with extensive experience under the renowned Kyra Kyrklund. A perfectionist in every aspect, his dedication shines through. Sami trains our horses for greater tasks with unmatched patience.

Rider

Juni B Næss 

Juni is a rider with a keen sensitivity and intuition for the needs of young horses. She provides our youngest equine members with a gentle introduction to competitive life, paving the way for 'Happy Athletes' in the future. 

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Rider

Eva Olsen 

Eva specializes in breaking in the youngest horses, providing them with a solid foundation to become excellent riding partners. As an eventing rider, she excels in her role, introducing horses early to outdoor rides, cavaletti work, and jumping exercises. 

Rider 

Olivia Dyrstad 

Olivia works alongside Eva to break in the youngest horses, providing them with a solid foundation to become confident and reliable riding partners. Her calm and confident approach helps the horses develop trust and readiness for their future careers.

Operation

Johannes Vileid

Johannes is a key part of Håkon’s operations team. A tractor whiz with a great attitude, he’s always cheerful and ready to lend a helping hand!

Operation

Jan P. Gamlemshaug

Jan is a valuable addition to Håkon's team, assisting with various tasks on the operational side ensuring all daily tasks runds smoothly. 

Groom

Siri Madelen Olsen 

Siri is Juni's groom. With an eye for detail, she ensures Juni's horses are impeccably cared for. Additionally, she's the team's master of pleasant surprises, treating us all to Monday cakes or Friday tacos. 

Stable Assistant

Jennie Arvidsson 

Jennier is responsible for the youngest members of our equine family, she runs 'Andresen Foal School' with great success. With years of experience working with horses, her expertise enriches life here at Andresen. 

Groom

Siru Vuoristo

Siru is Alexandra's groom; hardworking and reliable.  Notably, she's Sami's sister with a strong background in handling horses.

Stable Assistent

Emilie Edvardsen 

Emilie works alongside Jennie and Alva in caring for and handling our youngsters (1- and 2-year-olds). With dedication and patience, she ensures they receive the daily care and handling they need to develop confidently and well.

Stable Assistent

Sofia El Guassem

Sofia is Eva's groom. She's likely the one with the steepest learning curve in the stable, tackling every challenge head-on. 

Stable Assistent

Zara Zilan Ezen 

Zara works weekends on top of her studies. Always there when needed, she greets everyone with a smile and a cheerful attitude. 

Stable Assistent

Mille Dyrstad 

Mille steps in whenever needed, like a jack-of-all-trades. She loves all aspects of working with horses, but has a soft spot for horses with challenges and excels in handling them.

Stable Assistent

Isa Martine Estervand Orvin

Isa is always there when we need her, a real lifesaver if illness or other absences leave us short-handed at the stable. She's a master braider and gladly helps out, sharing her skills. 

Stable Assistent

Alva Kronstad Svendsen

Alva works alongside Jennie in caring for and handling our youngsters (1- and 2-year-olds). With dedication and patience, she ensures they receive the daily care and handling they need to develop confidently and well.