From first rides to confident riders, horse riding lessons for all ages, Houston, TX
At Salty Mare Ranch we offer horsemanship based riding lessons for adults and children aged 6 and up, providing a fun, educational, and, most importantly, safe riding experience. Located in Danbury, TX, near Houston, our riding lessons are the perfect opportunity for adults, teens, and children to learn the ins and outs of horsemanship while building confidence and self-esteem. Our lessons ensure that every rider enjoys a personalized, positive experience in a variety of settings, including our enclosed round pen, 80′ x 160′ covered arena, and 37 acres of pastures and trails. Book your riding lessons today »
Horseback riding lessons teach people of all ages responsibility, patience, and confidence as they bond with and care for these magnificent animals. The experience of learning to ride builds physical coordination, mental focus, and a deep sense of accomplishment that carries over into every area of life.
First Time Lesson Guide
Before you attend Salty Mare Ranch, there are certain items you must know for a fun, positive, safe experience. From safety guidelines, questions you might have, what you should wear and to complete our safety and liability forms, click here to make sure riding lessons and Salty Mare Ranch is a good fit for you.
Young Rider – Horse Riding Lessons
Our beginner and intermediate riding lessons in Danbury, Texas, near Houston, TX, provide a safe and supportive environment for young riders to learn the fundamentals of horse riding and horsemanship. We offer both English and Western riding, with a focus on horsemanship. Riders are welcome to use one of our lesson horses, or haul in their own. (An up to date, negative Coggins is required for any rider hauling in). Our experienced riding instructor focuses on building confidence and skill, allowing each rider to progress at their own pace. With an emphasis on fun and safety, our riding lessons cover basic techniques, horse care, and riding etiquette – making them the perfect starting point for anyone eager to learn. Book your first riding lesson today!
- Learn the basics of riding in a supportive environment near Houston, TX.
- Gain confidence with hands-on guidance from our experienced instructor.
- Understand essential horse care and safety practices.
- Progress at your own pace with personalized instruction.
- Lessons take place at our 37 acre facility, which includes a covered arena. Helmets are required.
- A cellphone free, stress free, peaceful way to reconnect with nature.
Adult Rider – Horse Riding Lessons
Our beginner and intermediate riding lessons in Danbury, Texas, near Houston, TX, provide a safe and supportive environment for adult riders to learn the fundamentals of horse riding and horsemanship. We offer both English and Western riding, with a focus on horsemanship. Riders are welcome to use one of our lesson horses, or haul in their own. (An up to date, negative Coggins is required for any rider hauling in). Our adult lessons are perfect for adults looking to learn a new skill, build on their previous riding skill, or expand their horsemanship with fine tuning in their desired area. Our experienced riding instructor focuses on building confidence and skill, allowing each rider to progress at their own pace. With an emphasis on fun and safety, our riding lessons cover basic techniques, horse care, and riding etiquette – making them the perfect starting point for anyone eager to learn. Book your first riding lesson today!
- Learn the basics of riding in a supportive environment near Houston, TX.
- Gain confidence with hands-on guidance from our experienced instructor.
- Understand essential horse care and safety practices.
- Progress at your own pace with personalized instruction.
- Lessons take place at our 37 acre facility, which includes a covered arena. Helmets are required.
- A cellphone free, stress free, peaceful way to reconnect with nature.
Meet Sam, Our Trainer!
For adult riders ages 18+. One student / one instructor. Personalized to experience level. Basics for horse lovers including grooming, feeding and care of the horse, saddling and tack. Riding and handling fundamentals. Posture, leg and hand position will be emphasized. Horse-related safety. Every class will include time in the saddle. Classes are 50 minutes long. Helmet required. Cellphone-free.
We Love Our Horses!
We have horses for all level of rider, whether you’re a casual, walk in the pasture, trail rider, or you’d like to try your hand at jumping, we have a horse for you.
The Salty Mare Stables
- We are a full care only boarding facility.
- We offer 12’x12′ bedded stalls.
- Horses are fed twice daily on a forage based tailored feeding program featuring ALFA Force, and hayed as needed.
- Stalls and waters are cleaned daily, with bedding refreshed as needed.
- Horses are stalled during the day and also during inclement weather (thunderstorms, high winds, hurricanes), but are otherwise turned out in our pastures.
- Round bales are placed in pastures during winter or drought conditions.
- We only offer general turnout, no private turnout available.
- Fly Predators used on entire facility.
- Wash racks with cold water (we will be installing hot water in the near future)
- As we continue to build out our barn, boarders will be assigned a 3’x3’x8′ private locker, located in a large, air conditioned, private tack room, with a private bathroom, which is included in the monthly boarding fee. All boarders are welcome to use our pastures, round pen, and covered arena. We will also have an air conditioned break room, complete with kitchenette, for use by both boarders and those in the lesson and camp programs.
The Covered Riding Arena
This brand new facility allows for safe riding rain or shine, while providing shade in the hot Texas weather. The 80’x160′ arena is groomed and cleaned on a regular basis ensuring your horse can perform at its best.
Camps
Throughout the year, and continually during the summer, Salty Mare Ranch plans on launching ranch day camps. In these camps, students will learn the ins and outs of daily horse care, including feeding, grooming, and riding. These ranch camps are great for beginners to try something new, or for more experienced riders to expand their skills. Our ranch camps are specifically for kids ages 6 to 14.
I started riding 4yrs ago. I had a dream as a child to ride a horse through an open field in Scotland. I thought I should make sure I could do that at 53. There’s a big difference in riding at 20 – the last time I’d been on a horse – and 53
I met Sam when I decided to take lessons. She is a wealth of knowledge and it shows in her instruction. She is gentle in her instructions, but firm in her expectations. In her instruction she tells you the why of the action. She shows you the how. She corrects where needed and celebrates your accomplishments no matter how small you may think them to be. She makes you want to be a better rider, and she ensures the care and wellbeing of you and your horse.
Oddly enough, my favorite lesson from Sam wasn’t in the saddle. It was while grooming a particularly stubborn mare who stole my heart. That mare fought me tooth and nail in picking her hooves! I got two out of four done and felt defeated. One more than the last time I groomed her, but still not all four. “Strive for 1% improvement. 1% improvement is success. If you get 1%, it’s a good day. “. I carry that simple lesson from Sam into every aspect of my life now.
Since that first day, my first lesson, I have grown as a rider, and now owner of my own horse. Sam helped me find the right horse for me and my skill level. She insured my safety while taking my goals into consideration. I owe my growth as a rider and peace in my world to her. My journey is ever evolving, but this part of my world centers me.
I cannot recommend Sam in her instruction, or The Salty Mare in their stables and services more highly. If you want to learn from the best, you go to the best. Sam and The Salty Mare are the best! – Billie H.