Majestic Hills Ranch Foundation
Lakeville, Minnesota
Majestic Hills Ranch is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a 105-acre property in Lakeville, Minnesota. It offers adaptive (formerly called therapeutic) riding for children and adults with special needs, plus a Heroes on Horseback program for military veterans.
- Adaptive (therapeutic) riding
- Equine-assisted services
- Heroes on Horseback program for veterans
- Seasonal riding sessions, roughly May through October
- Limited winter classes in a heated indoor arena
- Volunteer program
- Children ages 4 to 17 with special needs
- Adults with special needs
- Military veterans
- Active duty military personnel in rehabilitation
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, the ranch offers therapeutic riding, now called adaptive riding, with goals that include building riders' core strength and self-confidence. Community volunteers help riders during lessons.
The riding season runs roughly May through October in three seven-week sessions (spring, summer and fall). Spring and fall classes are held in the afternoon, and summer may include some morning classes. A heated indoor arena allows a limited number of winter classes, weather permitting.
Heroes on Horseback began in 2010 and offers equine-assisted activities and adaptive riding to veterans. More on this type of program is in our guide to equine therapy for veterans.
History
The ranch says Kim Howard, the foundation's chair, started the program after therapeutic riding helped her granddaughter's muscle pain during cancer treatment. The property was purchased in 1997, a board was formed in 1998, and the organization received 501(c)(3) status in 1999. It has grown from a single 12-stall stable to include an indoor arena, two outdoor arenas, pastures and a trail around the property. The ranch is a PATH Intl. member.
Location
The ranch is at 24580 Dakota Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044. Mail for the foundation goes to 7850 Metro Parkway, Suite 100, Bloomington, MN 55425.
From public records, not yet reviewed by the center · Last updated Oct 2026 Suggest an edit
Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do new riders get started?
New riders fill out the New Rider Application (child or adult version) and have physician's orders signed. Completed forms add the rider to the waiting list. Returning riders are scheduled first each spring, and openings are then filled from the list.
Is there a waiting list?
Yes. The ranch says it has a waiting list for new riders and schedules on a first-come, first-served basis, so it asks families to send paperwork in early.
How much do lessons cost?
Call the Equine-Assisted Services Program at 952-426-5688 to ask about current rates.
How do veterans join Heroes on Horseback?
Rider paperwork for Heroes on Horseback is on the ranch website, or veterans can call the program at 612-669-8846.
Location
Lakeville, Minnesota 55044
Questions to Ask When You Call
The center is the best source for these answers.
- Are you running now, and taking new riders?Start here. We couldn’t confirm a current schedule.
- Which ages and needs do you work with?Ask about experience with your rider’s specific condition.
- Is a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist involved?Therapist-led hippotherapy is usually the only kind insurance may cover.
- What does a session cost, and are there scholarships?Many nonprofit programs offer sliding scales or sponsored spots.
- Do you have a mounting ramp or lift?Important for riders who use a wheelchair or need help mounting.