The J Ranch

My daughter went to a one-week horse camp here in June 2023. The owners are very communicative to the parents about the activities and requirements to participate. They teach how to not just ride a horse, but how to care for them before and after a ride. The volunteers (experienced students) make it even more fun as they're teachers as well as peers. We are looking forward to starting regular lessons here!

My husband and I did a trail ride with The J Ranch owner, Jana, for our 5 year wedding anniversary on the trail around lake Grapevine. Along the 90 minute ride, we jumped a creek, crossed a bridge, rode up and down hills, took pictures by the lake, and stopped in the tree covering for a celebratory champagne toast! It was an amazing experience and Jana kept us entertained for the whole ride. My husband takes weekly lessons with Jana on his 4 year old horse. She is helping him become a better rider and more comfortable on the saddle. We love Jana and The J Ranch because she has so many years of experience and is able to relay her knowledge and experience to novice riders and experienced riders. She is kind and entertaining and willing to do what pleases the rider. 5 stars every time.

We've been to the J Ranch twice for a 1 hour train ride which is perfect for my girls who are young and not use to horses. The have several ranch hands who help out and a lovely place where you can be around horses, chickens, etc. They are very professional and very conscious about safety. We had a wonderful time and every once in a while they will run a special on living social. We're looking forward to doing something a little longer at some point.

Jana and the "hands" go out of their way to make it a pleasant experience. Didn't want my mom to get hurt and all the right horses were selected for our skill levels. Four of us went on a trail ride and it was a blast. Only wish it was longer. Maybe we can go around Lake Grapevine next. Highly recommend them!!!!

My daughter has been taking riding lessons at J Ranch for a year. Jana, the owner and the girls that help teach are AMAZING! My daughter was a first time rider and has learned so much. She rides very well now and loves going every week. I would highly recommend J Ranch to anyone looking for a safe and friendly place to take lessons.

The J Ranch is an outstanding place for beginner to advanced horseback riding lessons. The owner is very nice, and runs her horse ranch very organized and fun for kids. I would recommend this ranch for riding lessons. There were plenty of wranglers (helpers) for each student in my daughters horse camp. They had a wonderful time learning about horses, and how to ride. They are saving their pennies to go back. They said it was horse paradise. There were also a bunch of farm animals, ducks, and turkeys to play with and they were greeted everyday by Bob the dog, and Speckles their rooster. The horses were well mannered and not barn sour. Thanks again, and see you soon at the J Ranch.

Our daughter recently started taking lessons with one of the instructors named Abigail (there is more than one) and she has really enjoyed the riding and the groundwork. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and you can tell they enjoy working with the students. I would recommend the J Ranch to anyone looking to start riding lessons.

My teen daughter absolutely loves J Ranch!!!! The staff is very attentive. They have taught her a lot about how to care for horses and how to ride. Everyone there is so sweet and the owner is passionate about making sure everyone is pleased with their experience. Highly recommend!!!

My son did a week of horse camp here and LOVED it! The entire staff is amazing - knowledgeable, friendly, patient and great with kids!!! My son loved it so much that he now takes lessons! Thank you Miss Jana, Deb, and the entire crew!!!!

I guess it's okay for your first time. I been riding quite a few times and I didn't like it. There is no path and you literally ride in a small fenced circle the entire time. All of the horses are really old and don't go faster than a four beat walk.