Testimonials

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
Our daughter Annette rode at United Mustangs of America for 4 years and had an amazing time! She spent many hours a week learning how to take care of the horses and how to ride and train them. Owner and trainer Monica obviously loves her horses very much and that comes through in her teaching. They did so many fun things: beach rides, trail rides in Montana de Oro, training for and participating in jumping shows and Gymkhanas, assisting Monica with the training of wild mustang Luna, and much more.
UMA is a wonderful environment to hang out with your favorite animal and human friends and make fantastic memories. Thank you, Monica for everything you have done for Annette. It is very much appreciated!
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 nicole hemmers 
 
June 24, 2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
United Mustangs of America is an amazing horsemanship riding school. The people are amazing and the environment is very supportive! Monica Knight is an amazing trainer with lots of love for what she does. The mustangs are wonderful to work with, I’ve been riding since 2018 with Monica Knight and I love working with the people, and learning so much about how to be the best horseman I can be. I highly recommend UMA if you have strong passion for horses!
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Home Slice 
 
May 21, 2024
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
I love riding at UMA. It has taught me so much about horse handling science. I love the community just as much; the people are so kind and welcoming. I would highly recommend riding at UMA.
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Lily Meek 
 
August 27, 2023
 
 
 
  
 
 
  
I would highly recommend taking lessons with United Mustangs of America! I’ve learned so much about mustangs and horse handling science from Monica!
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 alex 
 
November 7, 2022
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
   
 
 

A Few Words From Our UMA Students…

“To me, horsemanship is about helping your horse be better. And when we do that, we become better horseman as well. UMA has taught me patience and focus, among other valuable life skills. On top of that, horses are also a bunch of fun!” -Annette M., 14

“To me, horsemanship means learning how to see and respond to signals that a horse is giving you. Also it is learning how what you do affects the horses actions and how to send signals that make sense to the horse and change their actions. UMA has taught me how to do this and help me have an overall better understanding and relationship with a horse. The time I have spent there has made me more observant to the little details not just in horseback riding but in life in general. Thank you UMA I have had a great time with the horses!” -Sonora C., 13

“Horsemanship is learning how to have a relationship with your horse on more levels than just work. Building a bond with that horse from the ground that affects your riding up in the saddle. UMA has taught me that horses are more than just partners, they’re also friends. UMA is a horse family, a place where I can just be myself, surrounded by friends and the creatures I love. Anyone who is considering lessons should definitely give it a try, because not only do you learn horse skill, but you learn fundamental communication skills that help you be the best person you can be. Also, uh, horses!” -Cielle M., 13

“In my experience of riding, I’ve met all different horses, and each and every one of them are different. There are all sorts of breeds, from thoroughbreds, to mustangs, with all different colors, from blue roan, red roan, appaloosa, pinto, to palomino, and bay. From black manes to white manes. And most important of all, all sorts of personalities, some are energetic, some are lazy, some have bouncy trots, some have smooth trots, and some have fast but smooth trots. All horses are different, but all have one thing in common, they are horses, and they deserve love and to have a home.” -Aria, 9

Thank You

Thank you for considering sharing your testimonial with United Mustangs of America. Your contribution helps to promote our mission of teaching horse handling science and preserving the heritage of wild mustangs. If you have any questions, additional information or images you would like to include with your testimonial, please email us at [email protected].

We appreciate your support and look forward to showcasing your experiences with United Mustangs of America.

Sincerely,

Monica O. Knight
Head Coach
United Mustangs of America
[email protected]