Horseback Riding in Ranchos De Taos, New Mexico (Taos County)

Taos Horse offers superior balance seat riding lessons. We blend the philosophies and practices of Centered Riding with dance, pilates, yoga, and martial arts. Exercises that activate both hemispheres of the brain and cultivate new neurological pathways are also featured in this unique training system. The rider develops a deep sense of balance and connection to the horse - along with core strength that is elastic and supple. This training system is unlike any other. It is great for beginners who want a solid foundation and is also wonderful for intermediate or advanced riders in any discipline. We work on the flat, over fences and various obstical courses. Our facilities are as unique as the training. We work in an enchanting setting in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of San Cristobal. We have a dug in round pen surrounded by garden, terrain courses and a meadow arena. Surrounded by trails. We also offer many children's programs, summer camp and semi private classes for parent and child or any other kind of pair! We will also come to you to work with you and your horse for training, consultation, saddle fitting, riding lessons etc. Jessica began working with horses in 1980 at the age of 9.... See More

My business focus has shifted from riding instructor to equine bodyworker and movement/alignment coach. The focus is on helping the rider/owner find the maximum connection and harmony with their horse by applying hands-on techniques of the 'Masterson Method Integrated Bodywork for Performance' (1st certified practitioner in NM) to bring the horse into balance and then coaching the rider/owner on way to maintain or fortify this healthier state for the horse. This can include designing a specific ground work and under saddle program, along with evaluating the individual riders connection and alignment in the saddle. Based just north of Santa Fe but currently have clients from as far south as T or C/Socorro and north to Alamosa, CO. Multiple horse discounts, trainer barn discounts, school horses 1/2 price and oldest horse in the barn by donation. So if there is something not quite right with the way your horse is going, or out of gratitude for your equine partner, you just want to gift your horse with an amazing 2 hours of relaxing bodywork or even only needing/wanting feedback on what is happening while you're in the saddle. Give me a call or email.... See More

Lessons, Training, and Boarding. Over 20 years of experience with all types of riders and horses. Beautiful Indoor arena, outdoor arenas, access to trails. I use a positive, patient approach with horses and riders, use specific language and multiple methods, tailoring to each student's best learning style. Visit my website for much more detail and lots of pictures. I look forward to serving you.... See More

At Simply 3-Day our focus is to gain horsemanship through positive instruction and patience. Nothing will happen overnight when it comes to a horse. Learning is a difficult process and it should be encouraged not criticized. You will learn more from your mistakes than you will from your victories. At Simply 3-Day we want you to be able to walk away from your hardest day with a sense of accomplishment and success not failure. You will be taught through encouragement and teamwork. You will never have to face a challenge alone, whether it be an injury to you or the horse, a bump in training or simply a bad day.... See More

Annon Equestrian Center offers a variety of services including shoeing, lessons (for all ages), boarding, trailering and summer horse camps. For more info please visit our website or e-mail us.

Freelance riding and training for your horse or yourself. Experience at A level hunter/jumper competition across the United States and now residing in Santa Fe, freelance trainer responsible for turning out consistently well-prepared and successful riders for hunters/jumpers and pleasure.

Lessons from beginner to intermediate/advanced, children and adults, at your farm or boarding stable. Flexible schedule, willing to travel. We come to you for lessons. Instruction is in the English style of riding, hunters, jumpers.

Specializing in competition-oriented riders but open to any and all ambitions! At- show coaching offered as well. We also work with timid riders or riders with confidence issues. References available!

Horse training :

Specializing in Green/problem horses, ex-racehorses. From the first days with a trainer to top-level competition, we can help your horse reach it's full potential. Years of experience training/re-training/showing client horses.... See More

"[Thom is] A great horseman and a great judge.”
— G. TEALL - CHAIRMAN, USEF NATIONAL HUNTER COMMITTEE

Thom Pollard is a Hunter, Jumper, Hunt Seat Eq - Trainer, Coach, and Former USER Registered "R" Judge.

Horses trained by Thom have won numerous National USEF, VHSA, MHSA, and NCHJA Year-End Championships. He has placed multiple jumpers on the USET Show Jumping Squad, which competed in Europe. He coached the Zone Junior Jumper Team at the Pennsylvania National.

Thom's showing highlights include: Championships won at the following USEF “AA” Horse Shows: Washington International; Pennsylvania National; Capital Challenge; WEF Wellington; WEF Tampa; Upperville; Ox Ridge; Roanoke Valley; Culpeper HITS; HITS Ocala Winter Circuit; Biltmore Estate Summer Classics; Atlanta Classics; NCHJA Championship; Deep Run; Blowing Rock; Cosequin USGPL Finals; Duke Classic; Middleburg National; Colorado Horse Park Summer Series, Hipico Summer Series, etc.

As a former United States Equestrian Federation Registered "R" Judge, Thom has officiated at WEF Wellington FL, HITS Ocala FL, Gulfport MS Winter Circuits, USEF "AA" shows in twenty-two other states, International CSI World Cup Shows, many Grand Prix & World Cup Qualifiers

Teaching at The Trinity Ranch, a first class facility with a show barn, indoor arena and an outdoor jump course.... See More

Let Loal’s vast backcountry experience and horse knowledge take you to places that you have only dreamed of riding. Clients of the Horsemanship Academy enjoy a standing invitation and extended learning opportunities to saddle up for monthly trail rides to various locations in New Mexico. Wilderness locations, private cattle ranches, mountain trails and many other spectacular locations are just a few of the settings to enhance your horsemanship riding experience.

Horsemanship Academy
The Horsemanship Academy is a “learn by doing” results-oriented program that builds trust and confidence between the horse and rider. The Horsemanship Academy enrollment process offers flexibility in course opportunities in alignment with rider interests and individual goals while complimenting beginner through advanced riders. Bi-weekly classes include:
Course outline/syllabus
Ground work
Trail riding
Various topic presentations by outside clinicians
Maximum of six riders to a class
Enjoy sharing this enriched learning experience with like-minded people under the guidance of a professional trainer. You and your horse will realize a better relationship through safety, trust, control and respect. Think of engaging in a clinic for 12 weeks – not just a short weekend. Imagine the progress that you and your horse will make!
Each course of Horseman 101, 201, 301 and 401 will be twelve weeks long consisting of six classes incorporating time for learners to reinforce, practice and perfect their skills before the next class.
The Horsemanship Academy provides and reinforces you with the tools needed to accelerate your horsemanship skills and confidence.... See More

The Trinity Ranch is Santa Fe's Premier Horse Facility for Boarding, Training, and Lessons. We have three trainers/instructors: Emily Keene of Keene Dressage- a USDF Bronze and Silver medalist, Thom Pollard an AA Hunter, Jumper, and Hunt Seat Eq Trainer/Coach/Former USEF "R" rated Judge, and we also offer all-around trainer (Western and English disciplines and Trail riding).

We offer beginner lessons (adult and youth). Our lesson horses are kind, patient, proven schoolmasters in both the lesson arena and in the show arena. We place great emphasis on safety, confidence building, and connection with the animal. Our professionals are exceptional at what they do. We invite you to visit our website, tour our facility and join us at The Trinity Ranch: Love Horses, Love Life!... See More