RIDING PROGRAMS
Riding participants, also known as Ranchers, will be paired in one-on-one mentoring relationships. Each Rancher will work with a mentor 1-2 sessions per month. Individual sessions last approximately 90 minutes and consist of working directly with the animals. The goal is to teach participants the basics of Ranch life, with a focus on horsemanship and husbandry for other Ranch animals.
Under 8
Ideal for ages 4-7
20-Minute sessions
2x - Monthly
Saddle & Ride
Special Needs ages 4-18
60-Minute sessions
2x - Monthly
Hats & Horses
Youth ages 8-18
90-Minute sessions
2x - Monthly
Parents +
(1) Parent + (1) Child
4-18 yrs
60-Minute sessions
2x - Monthly
Horsemanship
Ideal for future owners
90-Minute sessions
2x - Monthly
Our riding programs teach:
Learning the proper way to groom a horse
Pleasure riding
Parts of a horse
How to recognize lameness and illness
How to handle, prepare, and safely ride a horse
How and what to feed
Who Can Participate
We welcome children ages 4-18 who need a safe space and feel like they can benefit from what our youth Ranch offers. Our riding programs are offered free of charge and we do not limit our services to people from a particular social or economic background. We simply aim to be a family and shelter for those who need one.
Rancher Requirements
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Participants must want to be here. Their willingness and expressed desire to participate is essential for healing and change.
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All children and youth must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. We believe that a child benefits greatly from having their loved one present cheering them on!
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All participants must submit a signed liability release form which contains the Texas Equine Activity Liability Act.
Enrollment Process
We want to meet you and learn about your family’s specific needs to see how we can best serve you! The next step is scheduling a time for your family to attend our next new rider orientation session.