OUR STORY
M&M Ranch:
A Rich Tradition
Monica Rahman has been an elite rider her entire life. Growing up on an equestrian ranch in Mexico, she was trained by her father, Miguel, to value horsemanship as much as competing and winning.
Her training has always been centered on creating a partnership with the horse - building trust with your horse and yourself, being brave, respecting and listening to your horse and communicating in a way he/she responds to - bringing yourself and your horse together as one unit to conquer your fears and challenges, while celebrating your successes, together.
Monica has represented her country in multiple international competitions including the Central American Games, and the Young Riders. After winning multiple gold medals, Monica set out on a new dream and endeavor - establishing a world-class training facility to bring her talent and knowledge to current and future generational riders. Honoring her father, M&M Ranch was founded and has since become a pinnacle in the Arizona equestrian community.
Monica teaches the lessons she has learned - being one with your horse, working hard and having fun, conquering fears, taking care of each other, and succeeding together.
Well-known and highly regarded across the hunter/jumper community, Monica Rahman continues the teachings and tradition from her father Miguel, and other world-class trainers. Still competing at shows with her riders across the country, she has a relentless pursuit to elevate the capabilities of her repertoire, giving attention to the details that make the difference between a novice and an expert for her clients.
At M&M Ranch, we believe that every rider is unique and every horse is unique. It is a barn and family that values horsemanship above all else, emphasizing the importance of proper technique and skills to be competitive at all levels. We develop the beginner rider to the most advanced riders, as well as training both young and experienced horses, to create a unique partnership that makes this barn - and its riders and horses - some of the most successful in the region.
Come join our family at M&M Ranch - and become part of our legacy.
The Story of the Owner/Trainer:
Monica Cornejo Rahman
As Told in Her Own Words
“M&M stands for Monica and Miguel. There would be no M&M without Miguel.
Miguel is the one that introduced me, at a very early age, to the wonderful world of horses and was my biggest fan and support. Miguel Cornejo was not only my dad; he was my friend, trainer, and mentor. Being a world-class competitor, world champion triathlete, and a swimming world record holder, he always pushed me to be the best. He supported me in my dream to become a top rider, professional, and to start my own business.
I started competing at the age of 9. By the time I turned 14, I already had a couple of national championships under my belt. I had a very successful child and junior jumper career, including international competitions in the US, Guatemala and Puerto Rico. At 17, I qualified for the Young Riders in Chicago. We won gold. Then off to the Central American games, gold again. Next up were the trials for the Olympic Games.
Focused on my riding and my studies, I graduated with a degree in child development and special education that has helped me tremendously in working with young children as a trainer. After finishing my degree, I went to work for La Silla Sport Horses, a very prestigious barn in Monterrey, Mexico. This was the most valuable time for me. I was working with world class trainers, riders and course designers. In addition, I was able to participate in world-class clinics, helped with youth camps, assisted the veterinary staff at the horse hospital, hosted international horse shows - and got to ride some of the best horses in the world. This was one of the pivotal learning experiences that fueled my desire to do more than just compete - to train riders and horses.
Shortly after, I got married and had a family - yet the horse bug never left me. A decade later I was back competing and winning, this time based in the US. With my dad by my side, I decided to turn professional and established M&M Ranch - a barn where I can share all the knowledge, passion and love that I have for these amazing animals, and the sport I fell in love with so many years ago.”
