Cian O'Connor

Welcome to Karlswood

Welcome to Karlswood the home of Irish Olympic medallist, coach and international horse producer - Cian O’Connor. Set in County Meath, Karlswood is the home of Cian’s industry-leading High-Performance Centre. The Karlswood system is based on a structured approach to daily routine and meticulous planning, to help reach our goals.

Cian and the team work together to provide coaching, mentoring, advice on horse purchases and goal-setting. We also facilitate students who wish to progress their showjumping skills while they study in universities in Ireland and across Europe.

When it comes to developing your horse’s fitness, scheduling and planning around competitions – no stone is left unturned.

At Karlswood, we are committed to delivering quality. A place where our goal is the fulfilment of your ambition.

Karlswood 2024

Cian O’Connor

Having ridden in his first Nations Cup for Ireland at the age of 19, Cian has gone on to achieve a remarkable record in selections for the Irish team, with **143 appearances** under his country’s flag to date.

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Cian O'Connor wins Leading International Rider Award of WEF 2024

‘Delighted to have been awarded the WEF 2024 Leading International Rider Award sponsored by Martha Jolicouer with Douglas Elliman. All credit must go to my incredible owners and brilliant team behind the scenes.’
Team Ireland wins the CSIO5* Longines League of Nations in Ocala

‘What a day to be Irish! Over the moon with this CSIO5* LLN Nations Cup Win. I feel honoured and privileged to ride alongside such a great team.’
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Fermoy wins the CSIO5* 1.55m Winning Round

‘Fermoy wins in the CSIO5* Ocala 1.55m Winning Round. Huge thanks to Sarah Stoute and Keysoe International for their incredible support.’
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Karlswood Student Tom Wachman Victorious in WEF

‘Tom Wachman had a great WEF season: he was awarded the Niall Grimes Trophy for Leading Irish Rider of WEF8, the WEF 2024 Style Award and placed third in the CSIU25 BrainJuice League.’
Team Ireland wins the CSIO4* Nations Cup in Wellington

‘ Fancy De Kergane at just 9 years old showed his Class! Thank you as always to his owner Susan Magnier.’
Watch Fancy De Kergane’s Round