About
Karen Kissler has been teaching students and training horses since 1998. In 2011, Karen purchased her current facility and opened Kissler Dressage. The stables offer 14 stalls, 2 tack rooms, feed room, and wash stall with hot and cold water. Karen continues her riding education and is currently training and competing young horses up the levels of dressage. She is deeply dedicated to the well being of horses as seen in her care and riding of horses, and her method of teaching students.
Kissler Dressage teaches students to ride well for the benefit of the horse. Riding well creates a true connection between the rider and the horse. Kissler Dressage student learn to ride exercises that gymnastisize the horse to produce a flexible supple horse and rider. Third level school horses are available for lessons on site or student use their own horses.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
New student receive private lessons. Lessons are designed specifically for the student's needs and skill level.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Karen has been teaching students, training horses, and competing since 1998. She continues her education under international trainer Britta Johnston. Currently, Karen is competing young horses at 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Lesson prices are:
Private: $85
Semi Private: $75
Group: $65
Package of 4 group lessons: $255
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching by accident! Back in the 90's, at a barn where I boarded, other boarders would ask me to school their horses. Soon, the boarders started asking me to teach them. I found it very rewarding to teach a student to ride well and see the horse much happier for it.
What types of students have you worked with?
I work with students that are new to riding as well as students that have been riding a lifetime.