About

AP Equestrian

Peyton Stevenson

Head Instructor

Abby Long

Barn Manager

A Roanoke native, Peyton found her love for horses early on. Peyton grew up competing on the Blue Ridge Horse Force circuit and the Southwest Virginia Hunter Jumper Association circuit, as well as her favorite past time, fox hunting. Peyton is a graduate of Meredith Manor International Equestrian College with certifications in teaching, training, and massage therapy. Since graduation, Peyton has worked locally teaching and training horses. In her first year of business, Peyton was able to take her team to the AEL National Competition! Peyton is also proud to be a Devoucoux sponsored rider!

A Botetourt native, Abby started riding at age 5. In her competitive days, Abby mostly focused on hunter and jumper shows. Abby's love and admiration for horses has followed her throughout her life. Despite having any formal schooling, Abby has had some excellent trainers and mentors to share their knowledge allowing Abby to have been successfully managing farms for 20+ years. Abby is truly living her dream being able to be a part of AP Equestrian!

Our Story

AP Equestrian was started with the dream of creating a healthy and safe environment for children to fall in love with the world of horses. Staff adapt teaching styles to the individual child to ensure they are able to grow, learn and be safe.

AP Equestrian Staff prides themselves on ensuring that students learn proper grooming, tacking, untacking, care, consideration and respect for the horse. They recognize that it's important to have good horsemanship and they are more than just winning championships, eventhough they are good at that too!!

Staff strive to ensure each student feels safe and confident in their personal riding skills and abilities. Staff will work with the student to set appropriate goals while learning the importance of hard work and determination.