BEN ASSELIN

Ben Asselin is a Canadian international show jumping rider with a proven record of success at the highest levels of the sport, including consistent CSI5* placings from 2013 through 2025. Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Ben is based at Attaché Stables just outside the city limits and has represented Canada with distinction in premier international competitions around the world.

After earning individual gold at the North American Young Riders Championships and individual silver at the World Children’s Jumping Finals, Ben began competing at the FEI level at just 16 years old. His transition into senior international sport was marked early by standout performances, including podium finishes at the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* and a win in the Timberframe Grand Prix at Thunderbird Show Park.

A defining milestone in Ben’s career came in 2013 when he captured his first FEI-sanctioned victory aboard Makavoy in the 1.60m Encana Cup at the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’. The following season, Ben emerged as a key contributor to Team Canada, delivering one of only two double-clear rounds in the 2014 BMO Nations’ Cup at Spruce Meadows and leading the team to victory against eight competing nations. Later that year, he helped Canada secure a Silver medal at the Nations Cup Final in Barcelona.

Ben continued to build international momentum with a major win in the CSIO4* Grand Prix of Veracruz in 2016 aboard Veyron, alongside numerous CSI4* and CSI5* Grand Prix placings. From 2016 through 2018, he trained and competed extensively in Europe under the guidance of Ludger Beerbaum in Riesenbeck, Germany, further establishing himself at the top level of the sport. In 2018, Ben was selected as a member of the Berlin Eagles Global Champions Tour team, competing alongside some of the world’s most accomplished riders.

Throughout his career, Ben has successfully developed and competed a lineup of top sport horses including Makavoy, Veyron, Cool Feeling, Luikan Q, The Freshman, Doremi, Baton Rouge and Plume De La Roque. Known for his composure under pressure, technical precision, and horse-first approach, Ben continues to compete at the highest level while contributing to Attaché Stables’ elite performance program and long-term success.

Career Highlights

Individual Gold Medalist — North American Young Riders Championships

Individual Silver Medalist — World Children’s Jumping Finals

Winner — 1.60m Encana Cup, Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* (2013)

Multiple podium finishes — Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5*

Team Canada — Winner, BMO Nations’ Cup, Spruce Meadows (2014)