Human well-being
AI Riding coach application
We are helping riders to understand their good performance and repeat it!
The project focuses on exploring the applicability of combining inertial sensors (IMU) and augmented reality (AR) in equestrian coaching, with the goal of discovering new business models. The project involves developing an application capable of analyzing the performance of both the horse and rider, providing real-time feedback through AR glasses, and dynamically adjusting the training difficulty level. The feedback is based on both the rider's and the horse's individual progress and current performance.
During the project, the market potential of the product, potential marketing channels, and user needs will be assessed to validate the product's suitability for the market.
The project focuses on exploring the applicability of combining inertial sensors (IMU) and augmented reality (AR) in equestrian coaching, with the goal of discovering new business models. The project involves developing an application capable of analyzing the performance of both the horse and rider, providing real-time feedback through AR glasses, and dynamically adjusting the training difficulty level. The feedback is based on both the rider's and the horse's individual progress and current performance.
During the project, the market potential of the product, potential marketing channels, and user needs will be assessed to validate the product's suitability for the market.
Takes place in project
What does the "product" currently look like?
Watch the video via the link above to see the current development stage of the product (04/2026).
Hevoset Fair, Tampere | April 25–26, 2026
AI Riding Coach took part in the Hevoset-messut event to showcase how sensor data and real-time feedback can support rider learning, coaching, and horse welfare. The event offered valuable encounters, inspiring discussions, and important user feedback to support the further development of the project.
We also had the privilege of meeting and exchanging ideas with Mary Wanless — a true pioneer in rider biomechanics and coaching. We had inspiring discussions about riding, learning, and the possibilities of objective feedback in coaching. Thank you, Mary, for sharing your valuable insights with us.
And thank you to everyone who visited our stand!
Part of our team at Tampere exhibition
AR glasses ready for demonstration
Asko and Mary Wanless discussing in exhibition
AI Riding Coach Project Brochure
Through the link above, you can find our brochure, including:
- An overview of the system
- Core product functionalities
- How the product works
- Benefits the product can offer
Development Team
Our team is multidisciplinary, consisting of experts and researchers from LUT University and LAB University of Applied Sciences:
- Commercialization experts (LAB: Timo Saarinen and Joni Surakka)
- Augmented reality experts (LAB: Mikko Ruotsalainen, Mauri Huttunen, Loan Phan)
- Inertial sensor experts (LUT: Mikko Kuisma and the Electrical Engineering and Electronics team)
- Multibody dynamics experts (LUT: Aki Mikkola and the Mechanical Engineering team)
- Software developers (LAB: Jevgeni Anttonen, Khoi Do and Joonas Suorsa)
- Biomechanics expert and Project Manager (LAB: Asko Kilpeläinen)
If you are interested and would like to learn more — or would like to contribute to the product development — please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Project manager
Asko Kilpeläinen
Lecturer
asko [dot] kilpelainen
lab [dot] fi
lab [dot] fiMore information about the project
Project state
On-going
Project area
National
LAB role
Lead partner
Unit
Health Care and Social Services
Key competence
Human well-being
Location
Lappeenranta
