Best Pony Ride Service Glendale Near Me

4worldlovers:
Folks from all over the world travel to Arizona in order to experience the raw beauty. Many choose to explore the area on horseback and Arizona-Horses Ranches, Inc.Arizona-Horses was created in 1975 by Rex Ross Walker. Rex, a native of Texas, had developed an intense interest in horses and traveled to Arizona to spend time on a ranch.


Arizona-Horses Ranches has activities for everybody. Whether you're young or old, whether you're an experienced rider or new to horses - you'll find a Arizona-Horses Ranches activity to enjoy!


The desert sky is brilliant blue as you ride through the arroyos and washes toward the summit of South Mountain. Slowly you rise in elevation, surrounded by beautiful desert flowers and towering Saguaro cactus. Desert rabbits and quail dart across the narrow, less- trodden trail passing through intricate rock formations, leaving the city of Phoenix behind. The air is clear and dry as you pass through the spectacular scenery of the Sonoran Desert. Phoenix sprawls across the valley floor as you view it from the quiet of the hills. You are in the desert southwest, experiencing it, and seeing it the way it was meant to be seen... on the back of a horse.


Nestled in the foothills of South Mountain Park, the largest city park in the world, Ponderosa Livery Stable offers over 50 miles of trails criss-crossing through 18,000 acres of pristine Sonoran Desert. There's more adventure here than you can imagine, exploring the vast majestic beauty under the watchful eye of our guides and riding our first rate horses.


Ponderosa Livery Stable is the only guided horse rental concessionaire in South Mountain Park. We look forward to serving our out-of-town guests as well as the residents of Phoenix.

All of our rides are led by friendly and knowledgeable guides that will tell you all about the desert, its wildlife and the "Cowboy Way." You will get a REAL taste of the West and western life that you and your family, friends, or coworkers will talk about for years to come. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

It doesn't matter if you are a single rider, family, or a large group, we have a ride for you. We have trail horses for every level of rider, from the first timer to the seasoned equestrian; we have a horse to fit your needs.

I had a great experience on our dinner ride. The horses seem well cared for, the people are friendly, the views are spectacular and had a full moon which was amazing."

It was great, our wrangler was wonderful and you gave us horses that matched our abilities. Your ranch is in a beautiful location and we will be back to do the tbone ride."

4worldlovers:
Silver Lining Riding is an equine-assisted learning center specializing in adaptive/therapeutic riding and horsemanship. People with physical, emotional, psychological, and educational needs have all benefitted from our programs. We help people overcome life’s obstacles through equine interaction!

Silver Lining Riding’s Adaptive Riding and Adaptive Horsemanship programs focus on teaching riding and horsemanship skills while challenging students physically, cognitively, and socially.

A disability does not have to limit a person from riding horses. In fact, experiencing the motion of a horse can be very therapeutic. Horseback riding rhythmically moves the body in a manner similar to a human gait, and students with physical disabilities often show improvement in flexibility, balance, and muscle strength. Our certified riding instructors work with students as young as four to motivate and assist them in safely developing independent skills that can carry over to their everyday lives. Read more

Join Us!!! Silver Lining Riding offers many ways to get involved and make a difference! We could not help our students overcome life’s obstacles without the support of folks just like you. How would you like to help?

Healing with Horses, in conjunction with Therapy Hooves, is an innovative program that uses human-animal interactions to address the physical, emotional, psychological, and educational needs of individuals with mental health issues.

The benefits of animal therapy are numerous. Interaction with animals in a safe and controlled environment encourages empathy, improves focus, provides mental stimulation, presents opportunities for socialization, and can contribute to the physical well-being of the participant.

Animal Assisted Activities (AAA) provide opportunities for motivational, educational, and/or recreational benefits to enhance the participant’s quality of life. Participants may choose to groom, walk, or read to a horse (miniature or full size) under the supervision of trained volunteers. Therapy dogs registered through Pet Partners will also be available.

Drive to Ride is an online fundraising campaign led by our Silver Lining Riding students and their families, and is a great way to reduce their session fees.

Students register to participate–click HERE to get started. We will create a custom webpage for each student that registers for the campaign. Once created, students can share their webpage with family and friends to raise money.

Everyone!!! All funds raised help Silver Lining Riding keep session fees at a reduced and affordable rate for all students, regardless of their financial situation.

Your donations will also help students earn FREE sessions!! WOW–that’s incredible.