Knott Ranch

Knott Ranch


The Knott Family shares a passion for horses, livestock and rodeo.
We offer a diverse range of services to cater to all your performance horse and rider needs. We offer sales, leases, lessons and training. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, we have a program designed to meet your goals and dreams!




Credentialed Elementary School Teacher
Bachelors Degree- Chico State University
Jan 2000 - June 2023
Jayme Knott graduated from Chico State University and earned her California Teaching Credential in 2000. During the past 20 years she has taught Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade in the public school setting including Livermore, Byron and Knightsen school districts. Although school kept her busy, Jayme's weekends and summer breaks were spent giving lessons and training horses.
Most recently, Jayme has retired from teaching inside of the classroom to focus solely on training horses and teaching riders inside of the arena. Her horse business is now a full time affair offering lessons and training to all ages.
Equine & Bovine Husbandry
Associates Degree Sierra Junior College
Sept. 1998
Jayme earned her equine and Bovine husbandry associates degree from Sierra Junior College before transferring to Chico State University. Throughout college, Jayme continued training horses to help fund her education.
