Instructors
All instructors share a passion for horses and facilitating the horse -rider relationship. All of our students receive instruction in riding and horse care skills to provide a solid foundation for any equine adventures.
Sarah Edwards
Advancing riders can enjoy private dressage lessons with Sarah Edwards. Sarah trained in Germany and has shown horses in Germany, the UK, and the US up to PSG level in dressage and 3ft jumpers. She has shown at the most competitive US venues like the Adequan Global Dressage Festival and the World Equestrian Center. Together with her horse, Frans, she was a top 10 finisher in the Western World Dressage Championships at the highest level, open division in 2021. She specializes in improving horse-rider communication by careful attention to biomechanics and a structured, didactic approach emphasizing the training scale.
Sarah has very limited availability for lessons in dressage and jumping. She currently teaches the RREC instructors and members of the RREC show team on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Sarah is available for clinics and to judge shows. She is a ND certified 4H horse show judge. Please contact us for details.
Our Assistant and Associate instructors provide lessons every day of the week. Read on to find the instructor that fits your riding goals and schedule.
Associate and Assistant Instructor Schedule by day
Mondays: Ella - english and beginner jumping
Tuesdays: Ava - english and western
Wednesdays: Ava - english and western
Thursdays: Raquel - beginner english and western
Friday: Reese - english and beginner jumping
Saturdays: am Ella jump group; pm Raquel beginner english and western
Sundays: am Raquel beginner english/western, pm Katie - intermediate dressage and jumping
Private lessons available throughout the week, click here.
Katie Westlund -
Associate Head Instructor
Katie has been riding horses for over 15 years. She has taken many years of lessons with amazing dressage and eventing instructors in Minnesota. With her previous horse, she showed first level dressage, jumped up to 3'6," and schooled cross country. She restarted her current horse, Freddie, under saddle and has been teaching him the basics of dressage. Katie is available for beginner and intermediate lessons. In her lessons, she emphasizes strong fundamentals, safety, and building confidence in the developing rider.
Katie teaches Sundays, including 2 jumping groups Sundays at 4pm and 5pm
Click here to book lessons with Katie!
Ella Edwards
Assistant Instructor II
Ella brings over 10 years of riding experience and a strong competitive background to our team. With achievements including classes up to 2.6 feet in equitation and hunters, and 75cm in jumper classes, Ella has competed at prestigious venues such as the World Equestrian Center.
Currently, Ella has 3 horses: Alfi, a Hackney Pony; Snow White, a medium hunter pony; and Quinton, her AQHA show jumper. As an instructor, Ella specializes in nurturing beginners and guiding those eager to venture into jumping. She prioritizes correct riding techniques, ensuring her students develop a solid foundation.
Ella teaches private lessons on Mondays. She offers a prejump group Mondays at 6pm & a beginner jump group Saturdays at 11am.
Ava Pulczinski
Assistant Instructor II
With experience in both Western and English disciplines, Ava is passionate about helping riders achieve their goals. Ava is skilled in a variety of areas including jumping, hunters, dressage, eventing, and western games like barrel racing and pole bending. Ava recently won the ND State 4H Championship in Hunter Hack, and placed third in Equitation over fences. She is ready to help you achieve your horse dreams. Ava is currently available for lessons on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Reese Giese
Assistant Instructor II
Reese has been immersed in the world of horses for 7 amazing years. Starting out in western games like barrel racing, keyhole, and pole bending, Reese's love for riding only grew stronger with time. As they matured, Reese discovered a deep passion for English riding, embracing disciplines like jumping, hunters, dressage, and eventing.
For the past 4 years, Reese has been sharing their passion and expertise as a riding instructor. They love helping riders of all levels develop their skills and confidence in the saddle. Whether you're starting your journey or aiming for new heights, Reese is here to support you every step of the way! Reese is available for private lessons on Fridays, and teaches a prejump group Fridays at 6pm beginning with the new school year.
Raquel Pearcy
Assistant Instructor I & Assistant Head Barn Manager
Raquel journey with horses began at just 4 years old. With a background in Western riding, trail riding, barrels/poles, and a passion for the fun side of equestrian activities, Raquel brings a deep connection to animals to her teaching. She loves working with kids and prioritizes safety, animal connection, and mindfulness.
Since joining us in November 2023 as Assistant Head Barn Manager and Riding Instructor, Raquel has become a valued member of our team. She enjoys teaching students of all ages who share a passion for horses and seek fun and relaxation. Raquel specializes in beginner and advanced beginner English riding, as well as beginner and intermediate Western riding.
Raquel is available for private lessons on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sunday mornings
Kari Sellie-Hanson
Independent Contractor
Kari Sellie-Hanson specializes in working with beginner riders of all ages. She takes a fun, kind, and gentle approach with her students. Her aim is to instill confidence in all of her students; with the goal of developing an element of confidence in her students that will not only show up in the saddle, but transfer to their day to day lives as well.
Kari’s love in the riding world is classical dressage. She has studied under some truly incredible dressage riders, and regularly takes dressage lessons. She is currently training as a team with her Lipizzaner, Chase, with the goal to someday rise up the ranks and compete with Chase in USDF dressage shows. She also looks after her 24 year old mare, Gem. She has been trained in Western disciplines as well, & offers both English and Western lessons to beginner students. Kari also enjoys clicker training and groundwork with horses, & offers intro lessons in clicker training your horse. She is extremely passionate about horse welfare, & has an interest in horse rehabilitation.
Kari is available for private beginner lessons, small group beginner lessons, day camps and birthday parties.
