Cowgirl Weekend
2 days
March 21/22

Taking The Reins

Taking the Reins is a weekend camp experience for women who want to strengthen their confidence from the inside out — not through force or performance, but through presence, relationship, and lived experience..

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“Clear asks. Open skies.
Laughter, dust, and the kind of confidence that sticks.”

 

 

Activities

A Cowgirl Weekend of Horses, Clarity & Earned Confidence

Over two days at The Ranch SMA, horses become our teachers and mirrors. Through unmounted groundwork, riding, trail exploration, discussion, great snacks and creative expression, we practice clear communication, attunement, and leadership rooted in choice and mutual respect. The horses respond honestly — helping us notice where we’re clear, where we hesitate, and where we already know more than we think.

This retreat weaves together:

  • Competence — learning clear asks, boundaries, and practical horsemanship

  • Attunement — noticing, listening, and responding rather than reacting

  • Sovereignty — leadership without force, grounded in choice and clarity

  • Joyful grit — trail rides, laughter, cowgirl hat decorating, and a sunset celebration

  • Belonging without performance — cowgirl culture at its best

There is time for rest, journaling, integration, and meaningful conversation.
No fixing. No hype. Just real experiences that land in the body and travel home with you.

You don’t leave with a script.
You leave knowing how to take the reins — gently, firmly, and in your own way.

Two Day Schedule

A Cowgirl Weekend of Horses, Clarity & Earned Confidence

Saturday
Arrival, Embodiment & Trust

Grounding with the land, the herd, and yourself

9:30am – 7:30pm

  • Arrival circle, orientation & somatic grounding

  • Introductions to the horses and The Ranch SMA

  • Unmounted horse connection & relational groundwork

  • Lunch at the ranch

  • Guided liberty or light rope work with the horses

  • Integration time: reflection, journaling, or rest

  • Cowgirl Hat Decoration
  • Rest time

  • Rooftop Celebration and Sunset circle to anchor the day’s insights

Sunday
Activation, Appreciation & Noticing

Taking the reins and carrying it forward

9:30am – 4:30pm

  • Morning grounding & intention setting

  • Horse preparation

  • Professional Photo Shoot at The Ranch SMA

  • Trail ride through the countryside

  • Hitch up our horses and have sit-down lunch at a restaurant

  • Country trail ride back to the ranch

  • Carrot-fest for the horses

  • Closing circle & send-off

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“Women don’t need to be taught confidence.
We need spaces where it can surface naturally.
Horses respond to clarity, not force and joy is often the sign that leadership has landed in the body.”

Practical Details

Cost
$7,000 MXN per person for the full two-day camp

Location
The Ranch SMA
Located at km marker 2.5 on the road to Cieneguita,
at Granja Las Ánimas (see map below)
Easy access by taxi, van, or bus

What to Wear

  • Comfortable jeans or riding breeches

  • Riding boots or closed-toe shoes with a short heel (for safety)

  • Dress in layers for changing weather

  • Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are strongly recommended

Safety & Equipment

  • Helmets are provided

  • All activities are facilitated with attention to safety, comfort, and individual readiness

Food & Accessibility

  • Please let us know during registration if you have food allergies or dietary needs

  • Share any physical, sensory, or other considerations we should be aware of so we can best support you

Experience Level

  • Appropriate for all levels of horse experience, from complete beginners to advanced riders

What’s Included

  • Natural horsemanship lessons and facilitated horse connection activities

  • Riding sessions in the arena or round pen

  • Guided trail rides

  • Welcome coffee and snacks both mornings

  • Water and agua frescas all day

  • Lunch both days

    • Sunday lunch is at a restaurant we ride to

  • Saturday evening rooftop happy hour at the ranch

  • All supplies for activities, including:

    • A straw cowgirl hat

    • Materials and decorations for a hat-decorating activity

  • Professional photographer for Sunday’s photo session with hats and horses

  • Lots and lots of carrots for all the good horses

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Contact Us

Got questions? Comments? Ideas? Let us know!

katja@theranchsma.com

415-156-7110

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