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Lessons at Soulstice Stables
Build confidence. Develop horsemanship. Deepen your connection with your horse.
Lessons are one hour long and combine hands-on horsemanship with riding. At the farm, lessons are taught on one of our lesson horses, giving riders the opportunity to learn not only how to ride, but how to communicate with and care for their horse.
I teach English riding with a focus on both dressage and jumping, and I work with riders of all experience levels—from complete beginners to experienced riders looking to refine their skills.
For riders who experience nerves or anxiety around horses or riding, I incorporate mindfulness and grounding techniques into lessons to help build confidence, stay present, and create a calmer connection with the horse. There is no need to rush—the goal is to help each rider progress at a pace that feels comfortable and achievable.
We use a variety of spaces depending on the rider's experience and goals, including the round pen and yard. Experienced riders may also have the opportunity to ride out in the field or along the dirt road, adding variety and helping riders develop confidence in different environments.
Whether you're getting on a horse for the first time or working toward your next level of riding, lessons are tailored to your individual goals and experience.
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$77 · 60-minute private lesson
$280 · Monthly package
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Tiny Tots Lessons
Tiny Tots lessons are 30 minutes and designed specifically for our youngest horse lovers. These introductory lessons focus on building confidence, learning basic horse safety and care, and developing a positive relationship with horses through age-appropriate horsemanship and riding activities.
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$45 · 30-minute private lesson
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Have Your Own Horse?
Lessons and training at your barn
If you have your own horse and would like to learn together, I also offer on-site lessons and training at your farm. This is a great option for riders who want to develop their skills with their own horse or need help building communication, confidence, and a stronger partnership.
I can come to your farm for individual riding lessons, horsemanship instruction, or training for your horse, tailored to your goals and your horse's needs.
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$77 · 60-minute private lesson (Mileage fee for areas over 20 miles away)
"Crystal is a genuine horse woman who can do it all. She is dedicated to understanding and working with each horse as an individual, building a relationship with the horse where growth can happen. She has been involved with all disciplines. Crystal has a deep love for horses and show them the highest quality of care. She has worked in a variety of equine settings and has built up a diverse skill set."
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Vickie Tyler
Winterhaven Stables
"I have worked on several horse projects with Crystal Pollard and am impressed with her knowledge, care and handling of horses. Crystal has a complete understanding of horse care, exercise and training in which she always places the horses needs first."
Bob Bilger
Horse Trainer
Author, "Horse Training
With Bilger"
"At the risk of sounding incredibly mushy gushy, I just wanted to share that I truly loved every single thing about yesterday, and I am eternally grateful that I chose Crystal. She has such a kind manner, an incredible patience with the littles, and a true love for and dedication to what she's teaching, which is evident at every turn! She completely captivated both Adaline and Ashton yesterday, and I was constantly in awe with the way she made sure they felt heard and understood, just by answering each and every question, commenting on each and every remark, and saving space for them to speak up. Plus, I love how her teaching method includes mindfulness and other alternative healing modalities, which completely aligns with our philosophy of living."
Ann Nelson
Watertown, MN
"Crystal has joined the Pied Piper Team and we are very pleased to have her. Her skills fit beautifully with the way we take care of our horses. She is on time, pleasant, soft with the horses and a great organizer. Crystal, thank you for coming into our lives."
Cindy Piper
Wildwood Farms

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Horse Training
Helping horses become confident, willing partners.
Training at Soulstice Stables is centered around building communication, confidence, and a solid foundation between horse and human. Training is tailored to each horse’s individual needs, experience, and goals.
30-, 60-, and 90-day training programs are available for:
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Tune-ups — Refreshing skills, improving responsiveness, and getting your horse back into a consistent routine.
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Young or green horses — Building a strong foundation through groundwork, handling, and age-appropriate training.
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Problem horses — Working through behavioral challenges and helping create safer, clearer communication between horse and rider.
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Starting under saddle — Developing a thoughtful foundation for horses beginning their riding career.
Training can be customized depending on where your horse is in their development and what you hope to accomplish.
$1,000/month at Soulstice Stables. Free choice hay, auto water, individual paddock, graining, blanketing and fly masking included. Weekly meetups with the owner to go over training is required for all horses onsite to make sure the owner understands the training and knows how to continue it after the horse returns home.
*Daily and Weekly options available at your farm. Please inquire
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