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Gilroy Hills Equestrian Center

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I always like to see things for the horses point of view. Its all about communication.

10/31/2026

10/12/2026

🐴✨ DID YOU KNOW? Meet the Tennessee Walking Horse! ✨🐴

Known for their beauty, gentle nature, and famously smooth ride, Tennessee Walking Horses are truly something special!

🌟 Fun Facts About the Breed:
🐎 The Smooth Ride: Tennessee Walkers are known for their unique running walk, a natural four-beat gait that makes riding incredibly comfortable.

🌿 A Tennessee Original: The breed developed in the southern United States, particularly Tennessee, in the late 19th century.

💛 Gentle Giants: They’re often admired for their calm, friendly personalities and willingness to work with people.

🎠 Versatile & Athletic: From trail riding to pleasure riding and the show ring, these horses have a variety of talents!

✨ A Signature Look: Their elegant build, expressive eyes, and flowing manes make them stand out wherever they go.

🖤 MEET ONCE! 🖤

We’re proud to have a beautiful Tennessee Walking Horse named Once here at Gilroy Hills Equestrian! She’s a wonderful reminder of everything that makes this breed so special: grace, beauty, and personality.

Next time you’re at the farm, be sure to say hello to Once! 🥰

📍 Gilroy Hills Equestrian
Where every horse has a story. 🐴💛

08/02/2026

What a magical day we had last Saturday! Our youth event was filled with laughter, new friendships, and some serious horsing around—exactly what GCAHA is all about. 🐴

We watched kids' faces light up as they got their first real introductions to our beautiful horses. There were gentle hands on soft noses, questions asked with wide eyes, and that special moment when a young rider realizes their horse is their partner, not just an animal.

But the real magic? The pony painting! Brushes in hand, our young artists turned our patient horses into living canvases of color and creativity. Pink, blue, rainbow swirls—and the joy on those kids' faces? Absolutely priceless. The horses stood calm and proud, like they knew they were part of something special.

Add in amazing food, new introductions all around, and the kind of community spirit that's been the heart of GCAHA for over 55 years, and you've got a day nobody will forget. These are the moments that create lifelong memories and a genuine love for horses and this incredible club we're all part of.

This is why we do what we do—to welcome every kid, every family, every horse through our gates and let them know they belong here.

Can't wait for the next one! 💛

07/25/2026

SHOW TIME is almost here! 🐴

Mark your calendars for our ALL BREED Schooling Show on Saturday, August 29 at the Santa Cruz County Horsemen's Association showgrounds — show starts at 9 AM!

Here's the best part... camping is available Friday AND Saturday night, so make it a full weekend adventure!

Gold Coast has reserved the Club House and we will have some fun evening events for everyone planning to stay overnight!

While you're there, get out and play on their amazing obstacle course — bridges, gates, tires, logs, trenches, a covered wagon, and more. Trail riding is also available right from the campsites into beautiful Henry Cowell State Park. We have something for everyone!

Want to reserve your camping space? Head over to the Santa Cruz County Horsemen's Association to book your spot: https://sccha.wildapricot.org/Camping-Reservations

Stay tuned — the ALL BREED Show Class List is coming out this week. All breeds and all skill levels are welcome. See you there!

07/24/2026

07/24/2026

New to horses? You belong here.

At Gold Coast, we start where you are. Youth, beginners, and all breeds are welcome.

Come see what our community is all about, and find your first trail ride, clinic, or show day with us. 🐴

Join us at goldcoastarabian.org or message us to volunteer.

07/16/2026

Kulaqua Horse Adventure is off and riding this week!

07/10/2026

Address

11690 Murphy Avenue
San Martin, CA
95046

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm
Sunday	9am - 8pm

Telephone

+14088078903

Website

http://www.gilroyhillsequestrian.com/

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