Blackledge Farms

Tucked into the hills of Ramona, California, Blackledge Farms offers a goat yoga experience that feels more like a backyard celebration than a structured fitness class. Owners Melissa and Matt have built something that lands squarely between animal therapy and a sun-drenched afternoon with friends — and that's exactly the point.

Sessions feature around 20 baby goats and 3 adult does, with handlers guiding the most trained goat onto each participant's back

The farm brings out an impressive herd for each class: roughly 20 baby goats and three mother does, each weighing around 50 pounds. The babies range from small newborns to sturdy 25-40 pound adolescents. Staff work their way down the line of participants, placing their best-trained goat onto each person's back for the quintessential goat yoga photo op. Attendees are welcome to hold the goats and feed them snacks, and the atmosphere encourages lingering and interaction over serious practice.

Classes unfold on a sloped grassy hillside, with cabanas and misting fans deployed on hot days

Practitioners should set expectations accordingly: the yoga here is gentle stretching rather than rigorous flow, and the uneven, sloped terrain makes traditional poses an adventure. When temperatures climb into the 90s — common in inland Ramona — the farm sets up cabanas and misting fans to keep everyone comfortable. The outdoor setting means occasional goat droppings on the grass, mats, and sometimes participants, so bringing a mat you don't mind getting dirty is wise. Class sizes hover around 20 people, allowing ample space and animal access for everyone.

The farm hosts private celebrations and staff photograph the entire session so guests can stay present

Blackledge Farms has become a go-to destination for birthday parties and group celebrations, with guests frequently returning for repeat events. Staff circulate throughout the session taking photos, freeing participants to focus on the goats rather than their phone cameras. The owners are hands-on and visibly invested in each group's experience, going out of their way to accommodate guests and ensure the animals are social and at ease. Plan to book ahead for weekend slots, which fill quickly during peak season.