Testimonials
We sent our new OTTB, Major, to Peyton for 30 days of training and conditioning after we bought him. He had been sitting in a field for a while and we wanted to make sure conditioned and safe for trail riding. Peyton did an amazing job with him. After 30 days he looks like he could win an english hack class or a western pleasure class, and he trail rides like a champ, through water and up and down all the steep banks like a pro. Peyton has an amazing quiet manner with horses and is a beautiful rider. We are pleased with Major's progress, and he looks 100 times better than he did when he got there.
Barbra Winn
My 13 year old daughter and I have had the privilege of working with Peyton Maddox. We purchased a pony that Peyton had trained two years ago, she and my daughter have an amazing bond and Peyton continues to work with the two of them present day. Peyton is very patient yet pushes my daughter to excel in her riding. Last year I purchased a young horse for myself that Peyton trained, my horse is calm and performs well beyond his four years. Peyton has also worked with me to help brush up on my riding skills and strengthen the bond with my new horse. I highly recommend Peyton for riders and horses of all ages.
Michelle Adams
Peyton has brought several of my young horses along in their training including ground manners. Her patient approach is individualized for each horse, overcoming their anxiety to new experiences along the way. Having a solid foundation to the next level of training has been one of the best investments in my horses. They have confidence moving forward through her work with them.
Jennifer Sargent
I chose Leap Of Faith to get an early education on my Connemara/ Thoroughbred gelding, as I felt he needed a program while my work kept me from consistent riding. Peyton did a wonderful job getting him tuned up in the expected things such as walk, trot and canter. She excels however at giving young horses relevant, real-world experiences with things such as bicycles, opening and closing gates, crossing water. In no time at all, she gave him a boost of confidence and a lovely makeover. Peyton assisted me in finding him a great home as foxhunter, speaking with interested persons and providing endless videos. Working with her was a great experience.
kate Kane
To all horse owners searching for the perfect trainer, Peyton Maddox should definitely be on the top of your list. I adopted two mares, an Arabian and a Paso Fino, from CVAHR in April 2018. These girls were diamonds in the rough needing the right type of trainer to help them reach their greatest potential. My first trainer took them as far as they could, but I still need someone to work with them to get them under saddle. Since trust was a major issue for both of them, Peyton agreed to come to my farm and train them here so they could stay where they felt safe and secure, so in July Peyton started working with them. She has done and continues to do an amazing job with each of these girls. Peyton is consistent, compassionate and gives each horse the patience they need while learning new skills. Peyton is truly a blessing to me and my horses and I highly recommend her to everyone.
Kimberla Tillery
Radiant, VA
I want to say a big thank you to Peyton Maddox for doing a great job of training Bodie for 5 weeks. He was so happy there. His ground manners are so much better and our communication is better. He got great training on the trails with the dogs so he is ready for hounds. He was so confident leading rides. Opens gates like a champ. I highly recommend Peyton and Leap Of Faith Horse Training.
Cheryl Riddle
Peyton is very patient and has a calm demeanor in her training. If you're looking for someone with skills and goals for you and your horse from ground up, Peyton is your go-to. We look forward to having her professionalism and expertise at our barn.
Terri Isenhour