TRAINING AND LESSONS
Alexan Woodard
Nicole Carswell-Tolle
NICOLE CARSWELL-TOLLE a Kentucky native, has been training horses and riders for over 30 years. She currentlyresides in Fountain, Colorado with husband Tracy Tolle at Clear Springs Ranch, a hay farm.
Having held many positions in the TWH industry including TWHBEA National Clinician, which involved travel to EquintExpositions around the USA, Canada, Australia and Europe. She has sat on the TWHBEA Executive Board, TWHBEA Board of Directors, was a AAA judge and has judged in Europe, Canada and the USA at some of the most prestigious events.
Nicole wrote the book, A MATTER OF PRIDE, Horsemanship for the Tennessee Walking Horse rider and co-owns and operates Walk N Style LLC, a rapidly growing saddle and equipment company.
Nicole is a multi-disciplined instructor versed in most seats. She has
ridden and shown numerous breeds such as Quarter Horses in Western Pleasure, Barrel Racing and Cutting. She has also Shown American Saddlebreds (3 and 5 Gaited), Morgans and her first love the Tennessee Walking Horse. Due to a childhood injury she chose Tennessee Walking Horses to build her career around and has since garnered 18 World Championships with both youth and adult riders. She is currently making the move to Five Star Equestrian Center to further mold and direct more riders to local and national accolades in the discipline of their choice. All riders welcome!
Callie Matteson
Equestrian Professional, Rider, and Coach
Callie Matteson brings over 20 years of horse experience, including 14 years of competitive show experience and 2 years as a professional in the equestrian industry. She also has 6 years of teaching experience, equipping her with a well-rounded understanding of horsemanship and instruction across various skill levels.
Callie is a graduate of Colorado State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Equine Science. During her time there, she developed expertise in equine nutrition, disease management, and first aid. She was also a former Open Rider for the Colorado State University Equestrian Team, demonstrating her skill and dedication to the sport.
Callie Matteson brings over 20 years of horse experience, including 14 years of competitive show experience and 2 years as a professional in the equestrian industry. She also has 6 years of teaching experience, equipping her with a well-rounded understanding of horsemanship and instruction across various skill levels.
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In addition to her professional background, Callie has a personal connection to the Cheyenne Mountain Equestrian Team. As a middle and high school rider for the team, she experienced the program firsthand, which now informs her role as the Assistant Coach. Her deep-rooted involvement in the team gives her unique insight into the development of young riders.
Tracey Castle
Equestrian Professional and Coach
With over 34 years of professional experience in the hunter/jump industry, Tracey Castle is a seasoned equestrian professional who has worked at top show barns across the country. For the past 21 years, she has been based in the Colorado Springs area, where she continues to make a significant impact on the local equestrian community.
Tracey is the head coach of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) Equestrian Team and the Cheyenne Mountain High School Equestrian Team. From 2003 to 2024, she also served as the equestrian coach for the USA Pentathlon team, bringing her expertise to national and international stages.
Tracey Castle has successfully developed numerous riders, guiding them from beginner stages to advanced levels in the jumper discipline. Her expertise and dedication have enabled her students to excel and reach the highest levels of competition.
Throughout her career, Tracey has had countless rider earn numerous Zone 8 and year-end awards, underscoring her excellence in competition. In addition to her coaching roles, she serves as the president of the Front Range Equine Education Non-Profit, an organization committed to providing underprivileged youth with access to opportunities in the equine industry.
Tracey runs a successful lesson program, offering a wide selection of lesson and lease horses tailored to riders of all levels. Her program is known for its quality training, attention to detail, and personalized approach to each rider’s development.