Our Professional Team
Riata Ranch has many accomplished riding instructors whose diverse qualifications, training, and talents ensure Riata Ranch has the best educators in horsemanship and Western performance around! Our dedicated administrative staff organizes a variety of classes for students of all ability levels to guarantee there's something for everyone to enjoy. We invite professional rodeo performers and announcers to offer special classes and clinics, so there's always something new and exciting to learn!
Jennifer Welch Nicholson
Executive Director/ Historian/ Guided Ranch Tours Part of the ranch since the 1970’s and performing with the Cowboy Girls around the world, today Jennifer leads Riata Ranch as their Executive Director educating students in Western riding and performance as each student develops their personal strength, confidence, and pride.
Her leadership skills have been the driving force of Riata Ranch's success for over 20 years, and now she is bringing her message to groups, classrooms, and youth all across the US. |
Member of the United States Marine Corps, rodeo announcer, TV and radio voice actor, motivational speaker, and most importantly a mentor educating people from all over the world about the Western lifestyle, Chad made his home at Riata Ranch International, where he served as Board Member and Chief Financial Officer alongside Jennifer to help develop our students' confidence and pride . Chad is missed and will forever be in our hearts.
|
Riding and Roping Instructors
The support I get from all the people here (Riata Ranch) is hard to find. No matter where I go in life, I will have the skills I have learned at Riata. I will always have this place to call home. |
I have been blessed to be part of such a unique program… one that has changed my life. The memories and lessons are lifelong. |
Sarah Thompson
Riata Ranch Cowboy Girl Team Member/ Executive Horse Trainer/ Instructor/ Performance Team Manager |
|
|
|
|
Volunteers
|
|
|
|
|
Spencer Rose
Riata Ranch Cowboy Girl Team Member/ Trick Roping Specialist/ Instructor/ Performance Team Manager |
Monica Rodriguez
Riata Ranch Team Member/Instructor/Trick Roping Specialist/Performance Team |