Welcome Message

BerAdel Equestrian Club

Welcome Message

Welcome, and thank you for visiting the official website of BerAdel Equestrian Club.
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the unwavering support and trust you have generously shared with us over the years.
BerAdel Equestrian Club is situated on a site of exceptional historical significance, documented in The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty for its deep association with equestrian heritage.
Since ancient times, this land has been known as a serene and beautiful territory of horses—free from natural disasters—where both horses and riders could live in health and harmony. For only within a pure and balanced environment can horses and humans truly flourish together.
From the Goryeo Dynasty through the Joseon Dynasty, this very ground was home to Korea’s finest equestrian facilities, where advanced classical riding techniques were cultivated and the highest-grade riding horses were trained with great care and mastery.
Today, the resounding rhythm of powerful horse hooves once again echoes across this historic land, restoring its proud legacy.
BerAdel was founded to establish a sound, dignified, and noble equestrian culture.
As a prestigious equestrian house where the sacred spirit of riding lives and breathes—shining ever more brilliantly alongside history—we aspire to be a pioneer that awakens the soul and vitality of the horse-riding tradition. As a high-standard equestrian club dedicated to preserving and advancing equestrian culture, we will continue to devote our utmost efforts toward sustained growth and excellence.
Surrounded by a pristine and beautiful natural environment where vitality and tranquility coexist, BerAdel is committed to serving as a place of cultivation for Body (體), Virtue (德), and Wisdom (知)—offering holistic mind-body training, majestic classical equestrian leadership development, and an elevated space for refined social exchange.
Now, at The Supreme Equestrian Club, BerAdel, we cordially invite you into the world of horseback riding—one of life’s greatest and most noble joys.

BerAdel Equestrian Club

Chief Executive Officer
Kim Ki-young
BerAdel Founding Philosophy

Revitalizing and advancing equestrian traditions diminished during the Japanese occupation and the Korean War

Cultivating equestrian leadership for present and future generations

Serving as a leading hub for classical equestrian culture in Asia

Chief Executive Officer Profile

  • Ph.D. in Physical Education, Graduate School of Physical Education, Kyung Hee University
  • The first and only scholar in Korea to earn a doctoral degree in Classical Equestrian Studies, combining both academic theory and practical mastery.
  • A researcher and professor specializing in Creative Management and Majestic Equestrian Leadership, with a distinguished career spanning equestrian education and advanced leadership development.

Professional Experience

  • Chief Professor, Classical Equestrian Global Leadership Program, Kyung Hee University (Current)
  • President & CEO, BerAdel Equestrian Club Co., Ltd. (Current)
  • President & CEO, Songsan Special Elevator Co., Ltd. (Current)
  • International Committee Member, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Elevators & Escalators (Current)
  • Senior Advisor, Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Republic of Korea (Current)
  • Technical Advisory Committee Member, Seoul Metro (Current)
  • Expert Advisor, Korea Small & Medium Business Safety Management Institute (Current)
  • Vice Chairman, Korea Sports Industry Promotion Association (Current)
  • Chairman, “Dream Tree Equestrian Team” (Current)
  • Former Positions: Chairman, Vertical Transportation Committee, Korea–U.S. Technology Cooperation Committee / Director of Technology Development, United Technologies Otis Elevator

Publications · Research · Patents

  • Classical Equestrianism, Gimmyoung Publishers
  • Equestrian Training Manual, Sihwa Publishing
  • Lifestyle of Equestrian Participants and the Role of Horseback Riding as Serious Leisure
  • A Study on the Development Direction of Korean Equestrian Culture
  • Equestrian Training Manual, Classical Equestrian Leadership, and others
  • Major Technical Achievements: Development of national core group technologies in vertical transportation mechatronics
  • World’s first patent for an Emergency Rescue Elevator
  • World’s first patent for an Equestrian-Dedicated Composite Dome Structure
  • Korea’s first development of a Machine-Room-Less Elevator
  • World’s first development of an Equestrian Training Device and Simulator, among others

Lectures & Executive Education

  • Chief Professor, Classical Equestrian Global Leadership Program, Kyung Hee University
  • Executive lectures on Classical Equestrianism and Majestic Equestrian Leadership for CEOs and executives at the Federation of Korean Industries, Samsung Human Resources Development Institute, and others
  • Equestrian leadership lectures for the Korea CEO Forum
  • Equestrian leadership lectures at the Sejong National Management Institute, among others

Honors & Awards

  • Presidential Commendation
  • Prime Minister’s Commendation
  • Seoul Mayor’s Commendation
  • Minister of Knowledge Economy Commendation
  • Gyeonggi Province Governor’s Commendation
  • Small & Medium Business Entrepreneur Grand Award
  • Commissioner of the National Tax Service Commendation, and numerous others