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Relocate to Texas-Own Acreage-Cash Flowing Equestrian Operation
Texas, United States
Asking Price$3,995,000
Revenue$922,500
EBITDA$263,137
Cash Flow$263,137
Description
One of the most profitable and professionally structured riding schools in the Greater Houston region, purpose-built for lesson-based equestrian education. The business serves riders from ages two through advanced levels through a structured, safety-first curriculum, generating approximately 80% recurring revenue year-over-year via monthly enrollment programs ($295-$395 per month). The core lesson program runs independently of the owners through a professional staff of two managers and eight trainers using standardized lesson formats. Operations are based on a purpose-built 5.5-acre unrestricted property in one of Texas's fastest-growing, most affluent corridors, featuring two premium arenas, 33 stalls, and a fully remodeled 3,200 sq ft residence with pool, pool house, and guest tiny house included in the sale. With thousands of families within a 10-mile radius, limited comparable competition, and multiple underutilized revenue channels, this is a turnkey platform with significant room to grow.
Real Estate
Owned
Number of EmployeesFull-Time: 10
Year Established
2020
Reason Selling
Owners are relocating.
Facilities & Assets
Purpose-built 5.5-acre unrestricted equestrian property with private well and mature landscaping. Two arenas: 180' x 70' covered arena with Premier Equestrian footing attached to the main barn, and 150' x 100' outdoor arena with high-tech fiber footing, enabling year-round programming. 33 stalls across two barns with automatic waterers and ceiling fans; six turnout pastures plus four larger pastures; 30' x 45' covered training building; air-conditioned tack rooms; hay shed; office building with retail shop; wheelchair-accessible restroom. Residential assets: fully remodeled 3,200 sq ft main residence (2024/2025), large pool with fenced backyard, 500 sq ft pool house with full bath and kitchen, and 600 sq ft tiny house with full amenities.
Support & Training
Owners will provide transition support. The structured curriculum, educational materials, standardized lesson formats, and two full-time managers coordinating the trainer staff support operational continuity under new ownership.
Market & Competition
The Greater Houston metropolitan area is one of the fastest-growing and most affluent equestrian markets in Texas, with an estimated 160,000 horses and $1.25 billion in annual economic activity. The business operates in a high-income corridor experiencing robust population growth driven by families with strong participation in youth activities. Houston's limited supply of purpose-built, lesson-focused riding schools, combined with rising land values and construction costs, creates significant barriers to entry. Unlike predominant boarding-centric models, this lesson-based instruction model produces higher margins, predictable revenue, and greater scalability, and the company holds a market-leader position with few comparable competitors in its trade area.
Growth Opportunities
1) Lesson capacity expansion: with 80% year-over-year retention and thousands of families within a 10-mile radius, revenue can grow by adding lesson horses and class schedules without major infrastructure investment. 2) Camps and seasonal programming: expanding camps, birthday parties, and clinics leverages existing facilities and staff. 3) Training program development: reintroducing full-training programs could add $500,000+ in annual revenue through underutilized stall space and arena time. 4) Marketing: paid spend was reduced from $29,000 to $7,000 while maintaining strong enrollment; targeted digital marketing could drive substantial growth.
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Asking Price$3,995,000
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