Sam and Socks Riding School & Sanctuary

Sam and Socks Riding School & Sanctuary offers Spring/Summer Trail Riding Camp, private riding lessons, group riding lessons, Connection & Bonding Session, trail rides, and birthday parties. The Spring/Summer Trail Riding Camp is a 3-day trail camp with trail riding, hiking, arts and crafts, and no riding experience is necessary. Private and group lessons are weekly with flexible scheduling, and trail rides are available from the Gilroy location.

Programs

• Spring/Summer Trail Riding Camp — Suitable for children age 6+ · June 15-17, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM · $495 · 3-day trail camp. Activities listed: Trail Riding, Hiking, Arts and Crafts. No riding experience necessary.
• Private riding lessons — Weekly with flexible scheduling
• Group riding lessons — Weekly with flexible scheduling
• Connection & Bonding Session
• Trail rides
• Birthday parties

At a glance

• Ages: 6–18 years old
• Price range: $495
• General schedule: Weekly private or group lessons with flexible scheduling and progress checkpoints. Trail rides from the Gilroy location. Seasonal spring and summer camps with themed curricula, daily skill goals, and small group ratios. Birthday parties include supervised horse interaction, basic riding/demo, and safety orientation.

About the provider

The program is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit organization. Its mission is to help horses and people heal, grow, and thrive through connecting, caring, coaching, and building confidence. Community involvement includes volunteer opportunities, educational workshops, and open-days, and volunteers can assist with stable management and care of the horses.

100% volunteer-run nonprofit organization. All services emphasize horse welfare and rider safety. Private and group lessons are tailored to rider comfort level and motor abilities with clear learning goals and measurable progress plans. Connection & Bonding Session is for nervous or first-time riders and includes grooming, safe groundwork, gentle handling, and positive reinforcement techniques. The program offers an initial assessment for a customized lesson plan. Payment and availability are confirmed on booking.

Last updated September 16, 2026.