Learn from the ground up
At The Gentle Cowgirl, students of all ages learn riding with patience, kindness, and real horsemanship. We start from the very beginning — because confident riders start with confident foundations.
Meet Your Trainers
Find your path to the saddle
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction tailored to your skill level — the best way to start your journey.
Book a Lesson →Group Lessons
Ride alongside others in a fun, energetic group setting. Great for building on your foundation.
Learn More →Boarding
A calm, consistent home for your horse with turnout, feeding, and full arena access.
Learn More →Training & Tune-Ups
Get your horse working at their best with experienced Western training and tune-up programs.
Learn More →Every rider comes to us with a different background, body awareness, and comfort level around horses — and that’s a beautiful thing. But it also means there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. Before joining a group, we want to get to know you (or your child) personally: how you move, how you communicate, what excites you, and what makes you nervous.
A private lesson lets us evaluate your current skill level honestly and safely, match you to the right horse, and build a plan that’s truly designed for you. It’s not a gate — it’s a gift. Riders who start privately almost always progress faster, feel more confident, and enjoy the group experience so much more once they’re ready for it.
Private Lessons
- Full attention from your instructor
- Paced entirely to your comfort level
- Matched to the right horse for you
- Builds your foundation safely & confidently
- Honest skill assessment — no pressure
Group Lessons
- Learn alongside other riders
- Fun, social, energetic environment
- Great for kids who thrive in groups
- Build teamwork and barn community
- Best enjoyed with a solid foundation
How booking works
Choose a lesson
Start with a private lesson so we can evaluate your skill level and find the right fit.
Pick a time
Find a slot that works for your schedule — morning, afternoon, or weekend.
Ride & enjoy
Pay securely online and get automatic reminders before your lesson.
Stockdale Farm School
Farm School is a fun, hands-on learning experience for little ones ages 3–5! Kids spend time around our farm animals while learning about animal care, nature, and farm life through age-appropriate activities, sensory play, songs, games, and plenty of hands-on fun.
It's a gentle, welcoming first introduction to animals and the outdoors, in a safe and encouraging environment where little ones can explore, get curious, and build confidence.
When
of every month
Time
two hours of hands-on fun
Tuition
includes both sessions
✦Location — 437 Little Horn Ln, Stockdale, TX 78160
Spots are limited — Contact Morgan at 786-493-3956 to reserve your little one's spot.
A calm, consistent home for your horse
Your horse deserves a place where they’re known by name, not just stall number. At The Gentle Cowgirl, boarding isn’t just a service — it’s a partnership. We take the time to understand each horse’s personality, routine, and needs so they feel settled, safe, and cared for every single day.
Whether your horse is a seasoned competitor or a gentle trail partner, they’ll have access to a well-maintained arena, daily turnout, and consistent feeding on a schedule that works for them. We keep our numbers small on purpose — because quality of care matters more than quantity.
Daily turnout & feedingConsistent feeding schedules and daily turnout keep your horse healthy, happy, and moving. |
Full arena accessRide on your own schedule with open access to our well-maintained Western arena. |
Clean, safe stallsStalls are kept clean and comfortable — because where your horse rests matters. |
Attentive, personal careWe keep boarding numbers small so every horse gets real, individual attention — not just a check-in. |
The best way to know if it’s the right fit? Come see it for yourself. We’d love to show you around, answer your questions, and introduce you to the herd.
Inquire About BoardingPatient, consistent training built around your horse
Every horse is different — and Morgan meets them where they are. Whether your horse needs a solid foundation from the ground up or just needs some refreshing, training here is always calm, kind, and consistent. No force, no shortcuts.
Groundwork
Everything starts on the ground. Groundwork builds respect, focus, and communication between you and your horse before you ever get in the saddle.
- Haltering & leading
- Desensitization & confidence building
- Yielding & responsiveness
- Lunging & body language work
- Building trust from the foundation up
In-Saddle Training & Tune-Ups
Once the foundation is solid, we refine and build. Tune-ups are great for horses who need a refresher or riders who want their horse working at their best.
- Western riding fundamentals
- Collection, flexion & responsiveness
- Trail & obstacle desensitization
- Ranch work prep
- Sale preparation
Not sure what your horse needs? Reach out and we’ll figure it out together. Every program starts with getting to know your horse personally.
