Hózhó Horsemanship
Our mission is sharing the healing power of rescue horses with the community while also making dreams come true - getting every family in the saddle no matter their budget.
Sacred Steps in the City
Experience riding as it was meant to be — not just an activity, but a pathway to healing, tradition, and harmony. From little ones’ pony rides to family ranch rides, every experience is rooted in hózhó: the beauty of balance. Just 20 minutes south of Downtown Houston, our ranch offers a sanctuary where horses and humans come together in harmony. Rooted in the wisdom of Hózhó, we provide equine training and therapeutic support that restore balance, strength, and connection.
Personalized Horsemanship: Learning Tailored to Every Rider
Become a Horse Whisperer
“The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.” – Mark Van Doren
“Our job is not to prepare students for something; it’s to help them prepare for anything.” – A.J. Juliani
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein
At Hózhó Horsemanship, we believe horses carry more than riders — they carry healing, balance, and tradition. Rooted in Navajo and Cherokee teachings, our mission is to open the saddle to every family, no matter the budget. From a child’s first pony ride to family ranch adventures, riding lessons, seasonal camps, and equine therapy, each experience is guided by the spirit of hózhó — beauty, harmony, and wholeness. More than a riding program, we are a place of connection where horses become sacred helpers, families grow together, and every rider discovers the joy of walking in balance.
Little Steps in Harmony
Little Steps in Harmony invites children and families to experience the gentle rhythm of the horse in a way that nurtures balance, confidence, and connection. Rooted in the tradition of Hózhó, each ride is a walk in beauty — where young riders learn respect for the horse, the land, and themselves. With every hoofstep, children are guided into harmony with nature, carrying forward the teachings of peace and right relationship.
Journeys in Balance
Ride together as a group or family and experience the harmony of land, horse, and rider. This is a shared journey into connection. Guided by Navajo and Cherokee tradition, ranch rides help groups and families create memories while entering into the spirit of Hózhó.
Horse Encounters – Healing Through Horses
These guided experiences honor the horse as a sacred helper — a bridge to balance for the heart, mind, and spirit. Whether for personal growth, emotional release, or quiet reflection, our horse encounters invite you to step into Hózhó and rediscover harmony within yourself.
Merchandise – Wear the Spirit of Hózhó
Our merchandise carries the message of balance and healing wherever you go. From shirts and hats to traditional-inspired pieces, every item supports our mission to share the horse’s gift of hózhó with the community. Proceeds help keep riding accessible for all families.
“What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?”
Vincent van Gogh
Hozho Horsemanship
"True Horsemanship goes beyond the saddle"
Photography Services – Capturing Moments in Hózhó
At Hózhó Horsemanship, we believe every photograph is more than an image — it is a memory, a story, and a reflection of balance and beauty. Our horses bring a timeless spirit to your photos, whether for family portraits, senior pictures, engagement shoots, or cultural storytelling. Rooted in Navajo and Cherokee tradition, we honor the horse as a sacred helper, carrying joy, harmony, and healing into every frame.
✨ Optional Add-Ons
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Horseback Poses – Capture the strength and grace of riding in a way that celebrates both rider and horse.
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Horse Encounters – Gentle, grounding moments of petting, brushing, or standing in connection with the horse for natural, heartfelt images.
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Event Photography – Let us document birthdays, ceremonies, and community gatherings, preserving the spirit of hózhó as it unfolds.
Each photo session is more than a shoot — it is an encounter with tradition, healing, and harmony, giving you images that carry meaning as well as beauty.
Now Available!!
Book Your Unicorn Session Today!
Unicorn Magic Has Arrived!
Love unicorns? So do we! Now you can book birthday parties and photo shoots with our very own real-life unicorns — Cisco and Tiglaboo! These gentle white ponies are not only beloved members of our riding program, but also trained Emotional Support Animals (ESA), bringing calm, joy, and connection wherever they go.
Let us know if you’d like to join the waitlist and be one of the first to experience the magic — perfect for kids, families, and anyone who believes in wonder.
Equine Assisted Spiritual Healing 101
Building lasting friendships with your equine partner
Horses and Healing at Hózhó Horsemanship
For thousands of years, horses have walked beside humans as companions, helpers, spiritual protectors—and healers. Their impact on human well-being is profound, which is why equine-assisted therapy is now practiced at rehabilitation centers and healing ranches around the world.
At Hózhó Horsemanship, we believe horses can be some of the best therapists. They act as mirrors to our inner world, reflecting our emotions through body language, movement, and how they respond to our presence.
Equine-Assisted Spiritual Healing 101
Simply being in the presence of a horse can produce powerful emotional benefits. Equine-assisted spiritual healing is a form of experiential therapy that uses the intuitive nature of horses to help individuals build mindfulness, emotional regulation, and self-awareness. Horses naturally guide us toward healing by encouraging us to slow down, face our fears, and connect deeply—with ourselves and others.
Unlike traditional therapy, this approach is hands-on and heart-centered. Sessions may include grooming, feeding, ground games, or simply walking alongside a horse—each moment designed to build confidence, compassion, and calm. Riding is optional and only included when a client feels ready.
What You’ll Gain Through Equine-Assisted Healing
Many clients who experience trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health struggles often lack safe ways to express or process emotions. Horses, as emotionally intelligent beings, help people reconnect with those parts of themselves in a nonjudgmental, deeply intuitive way.
As research has shown, horses are uniquely attuned to human feelings. They mirror your inner state—calm when you're calm, reactive when you're anxious. This reflection creates powerful breakthroughs. “If you're thinking it, your horse can feel it.” It’s not magic—it’s emotional intelligence, and horses often feel things more deeply than we do.
Over time, clients begin to:
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Build self-esteem
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Strengthen social and communication skills
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Develop personal accountability and spiritual awareness
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Practice mindfulness and thought mastery
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Heal emotional wounds and release fear
From a spiritual perspective, horses help us clear out fear so that love, peace, and joy can return. They guide us back to balance.
A Safe, Empowering Path to Personal Growth
Working with horses—especially animals as strong and majestic as these—can feel intimidating at first. That’s why we move at your pace. Whether you're starting with one of our small therapy ponies or ready for a full-sized horse, each session is designed to meet you where you are.
Hózhó Horsemanship offers a safe, sacred space to confront challenges, overcome fear, and build trust—both with yourself and your horse. The connection formed through simple exercises like haltering, grooming, and leading can unlock personal growth and long-term transformation.
Rooted in Tradition, Guided by Spirit
Rachael’s Navajo and Cherokee ancestry deeply informs this healing work. In her tradition, horses are sacred beings—gifts from the Great Spirit—meant to be our friends, healers, and spiritual protectors. The word Hózhó refers to the Navajo way of living in harmony and balance with all beings. Every session at Hózhó Horsemanship honors this sacred path: one of love, respect, connection, and peace.