Credentials
Our Credentials
Experience matters — but how you learned matters even more.
At Highbrow Ranch, our approach is built on understanding how adults actually learn. With over 20 years of riding and teaching experience and as a John Maxwell Certified Coach, we combine horsemanship expertise with an encouraging, confidence-focused teaching style.
What sets us apart is this: I didn’t start with natural talent.
Every skill I developed came from truly learning how to ride — breaking things down, working through confusion, and gaining clarity over time. Because of that, I know how to explain riding in a way that makes sense to beginners. I know where people get stuck, and how to guide them forward without pressure.
A Foundation of Horsemanship
The Evans family’s background spans decades in the western horse industry across multiple disciplines, including:
- Collegiate National Championships in Western Horsemanship
- World Championship titles earned within the last decade
- Texas State Championships on the rodeo circuit
- Raising and developing world-champion-quality horses
This experience informs everything we do — but it never overshadows the learner.
What This Means for Our Riders
When you ride at Highbrow Ranch, you’re learning from someone who:
- Teaches with patience, clarity, and encouragement
- Understands both horse behavior and human emotions
- Matches riders with horses that support confidence and safety
- Prioritizes understanding and connection over performance
Our goal isn’t perfection — it’s giving you a positive, grounded first experience that makes riding feel possible and enjoyable.