What Our Riders Have To Say
"I have been taking riding lessons here for a year and a half. I rode as a child but never knew all the things I didn’t know until I started lessons here! There are horses for every level of rider, both English and Western. Both in person and online horse shows are offered. The setting is beautiful. Too wet to ride? You get to try driving the mini horse or lunging. Definitely a well rounded education."-Donna S.
"Shelby is truly a special person, and her business is one of care and kindness. I have seen the immense work and attention that she pays each of her horses and the consideration she puts into which of her students rides or interacts with the horse that matches their needs. Her patience, empathy, and knowledge made me very at ease with learning how to interact with the horses which can be intimidating for someone with little knowledge. If you didn’t know, horses are big and not always willing to be controlled! However, learning how the nuances of my attitudes and energies can subtly affect theirs, has taught me life lessons about interactions with other people, family and friends as well." -Hannah S.
"From the first time I met Shelby, I knew I was at home. Her friendly nature is very inviting. Shelby's knowledge and experience with horses became quickly obvious, and she does all in a joyful, patient, generous way. I have been a member of Texas Equine for several months now, and it is like having a second home. There is something special about time spent there, with the horses, with Shelby, on the land, learning all it takes to be proficient with riding, but also with the proper care required equines and to bond with them. I find it very therapeutic for my body, mind, and spirit, while it challenges me to grow in all areas. I highly recommend Texas Equine Education & Horsemanship for any horse enthusiast, if you are in need of a physical challenge, or a therapeutic experience, all while being with caring folk with lots of love. I appreciate the connection with the animals, being able to work land and stall, education on what it takes to tend to horses, and how it makes me feel to be there. Texas Equine is family." -Theresa F.
"I just love Shelby. Her compassion, knowledge and loving teaching style will help you learn and enjoy learning. She will put you at ease and make learning fun. Highly recommend Shelby!!" - Donna R.
"We spent the morning today with Shelby and her horses. It was fun to get to know them all. Shelby puts a lot of love and effort in her work. She is very knowledgeable and demonstrated a ton of patience with our kids. We would definitely love to come out more 🙂"-Vanda G.
"Shelby is a wonderful horsemanship instructor. She is very thorough in everything she teaches from the ground to riding. She makes sure she builds confident, competent riders and horse people! Her horses are excellent schooling horses and you can tell they love their jobs." -Madeline M.
"Her patience, empathy, and knowledge made me very at ease with learning how to interact with the horses which can be intimidating for someone with little knowledge."
"Shelby has been a lifesaver in helping me find a wonderful horse that is perfect for me. She loves her job, the horses and those that she works with. I’ve learned so much the past few months from her about horses and how to care for them. Definitely recommend Shelby and her sweet horses."-Brooke M.
"Shelby is an awesome teacher and my daughter loves coming here!!"-Jose M.
"My daughter receives lessons here and it’s perfect for her!" -Michael W.
"We have done trail rides before and were looking for something more educational and care based when interacting with horses. Ms. Shelby did an amazing job with our two daughters during the introductory lesson. She is very passionate, knowledgeable, and made us and our daughters comfortable. Well worth the money and time. We look forward to see her and her operation excel. We highly recommend supporting Texas Equine Education and Horsemanship! Loved it your the best! I love the courses that you set up we absolutely love it." - Jessica L.
"Shelby is very professional as well as personable! I took my 2 granddaughters for a lesson where Shelby spent time teaching them how and why things are done with the horses. By the end of the morning, the girls were trotting on the horses. They were also taught proper care before and after their lesson. All the way back to Garland, they were gushing with excitement and already want another lesson! I will be sure to book again with Shelby when they come back to visit!" - Mary H.
"Texas Equine is amazing! They work with your current riding and build from there. If you're looking for a place to ride some of the kindest horses and learn from the best, Texas Equine is the place to go. Also a great resource if you're looking into owning horses. Highly recommend taking classes here first." - Brooke H.
"We absolutely love Texas Equine Education & Horsemanship. Shelby is a dedicated and attentive instructor. She modifies lessons as needed to meet the child where they are for the day. We appreciate that she teaches the kids to care for the horse as well as just ride them -- they tack the horse every lesson. Even though the barn/facility is far from our house, it's worth the drive for the attention and care that Shelby gives our daughter in her equine education endeavors.My daughter has also had two birthday parties now that involved TEEH. The first, we hired Princess Reign as a unicorn pony for the party at our house. The kids adored Princess Reign and got to decorate her with bows and chalk. The second, we had at the TEEH facility. Shelby and company went above and beyond what was asked to make the party a smashing success. Not only did the kids get to ride the horses for a bit, but they also got to do crafts prepared by the staff and make snacks for the horses. It was wonderful, and a great bargain for the price! We would definitely do it again if our daughter chooses another horse birthday!"-Sara B.
"Two mini sessions and Shelby was so great with both kids! Taught a lot of things and had kids helping with everything. Wonderful place.-Chelsea M.
"We absolutely love Shelby! She has taught my daughter so much! She teaches at my daughters pace, but also while encouraging her to go further. She is a wonderful instructor. My daughter looks forward to going every week! All of her horses are so sweet too!"-Jennifer E.
"With both parents working rotating shifts and not consistently home every day, this program gives our kids much needed routine and something they can look forward to every week. Our daughter has been able to learn many aspects of horsemanship. Watching her learn how to care for the horses and the relationship that is built between her and the horses has developed her overall sense of self-confidence and responsibility." - Bryce P.
"We've learned so much from Shelby. Still have plenty to learn, too. I certainly never intended to own horses, but I'm so grateful to have them in my life. We send all of our godchildren, nieces, and nephews to learn from Shelby if they're at all interested. We want them to have at least some experience with horses." - Brian M.
"By learning how to develop a relationship with a horse and learning a new communication style, lessons offer a time to slow down and focus on maintaining a calm sense of well-being. The horses can sense that and reaffirm to the rider that all is well. I've seen my daughter's self-confidence soar, and I'm no longer anxious about her getting hurt. We've been able to carry the confidence we've both gained outside of the barn/arena, and it has a positive impact in our school/work and at home." - Jen P.
"Shelby not only saved our horse's life, but she touched our lives in ways we could have never imagined. With no horse transportation or stables to keep the injured filly, she was in danger of her injury turning into infection and having additional damage to her leg that would have been life-ending. In addition to being our hero in this desperate situation, over the next year Shelby patiently trained us, encouraged us, and helped us to start down the road of becoming educated horse owners. My personal experience with Shelby has been both educational and emotionally strengthening. Without judgement, she encouraged me to do what I could and to not judge myself too harshly. Although I am not a rider, she helped me understand there were all kinds of activities I could do with our horses that did not involve riding but could help me connect to our horses and enrich all over lives." - Carman M.