Horse Training
Training, Retraining or Restarting
Our Approach
Every program begins with an evaluation of your horse, your goals, and your riding. From there, we design a customized training plan that supports both horse and rider, ensuring progress that carries forward beyond your time at The Ranch SMA.
We believe in educating both the horse and the owner – so you leave with the tools, knowledge, and feel to continue confidently.
Disciplines
Our training is rooted in strong fundamentals that apply across all riding styles, including:
- Dressage
- Working Equitation
- Reining
- Trail & General Riding
- English & Western Foundations

Our Philosophy
We focus on developing both horse and rider, creating the tools, understanding, and confidence needed to move forward safely and successfully. Our work is rooted in clarity, feel, and building partnerships that last beyond the training process.
Training Options
Full Training (At The Ranch SMA)
Your horse stays in our program and is worked consistently by our professional trainers.
Retraining + Starting
For horses needing a reset, foundation work, or a thoughtful restart.
Owner + Horse Training
Hands-on sessions designed to develop both horse and rider together.

At-Home Training
We travel to you and work with your horse, or with you and your horse in your environment.
The Process
Owners are encouraged to observe sessions and stay involved throughout the program. As your horse progresses, you will be invited to ride and receive one-on-one guidance to ensure a smooth transition back home.
Pricing
At The Ranch SMA
$700mxn – 45 minutes
At Your Location
On-site training:
$700 MXN per session + travel
Monthly training
$10,000mex basic board
+ $8,400mex 3 sessions/week
+ $14,000mex 5 sessions/week
Katja Smith
Katja prioritizes building a strong foundation and partnership, alongside thoughtful refinement for competition

Kimberly Smith
Kimberly focuses on precision and correct execution to support confident progression through the levels.

Jorge Marcos
Jorge brings a forward, confident approach centered on feel, responsiveness, and performance.
