• Wildomar Conversations: 3 Ayva Palos

Meet Ayva Palos...

she's a 14-year-old, Wildomar born and raised girl, that is also a champion horse rider. 

Ayva Palos

Her mother, Stephanie, was putting young Ayva on the back of a horse as soon as she was able to sit up. 

That later turned into leadline classes, leading young Ayva around in an arena as she grew comfortable on the back of a horse.

Young Ayva already at home on the back of a horse.

Though her daughter was raised around horses, once she hit about eight years old Stephanie knew that private lessons were necessary if Ayva was going to progress to the next level.

Once Ayva got a taste for winning, it got into her blood and she wanted more.

She has become a mentor for the younger riders that also train at Wallen West Farms. They look to her for inspiration to someday do great things themselves. 

Already winning ribbons while in elementary school.

That's where Robb and Betsy Wallen come in, and their spread is known as Wallen West Farms. Both are long time horse people that operate a very beautiful farm in Temecula.

Robb Wallen and Ayva in front of their awards.

It takes a lot of dedication to be a champion. Training that consists of three to four days a week all year long. It also takes a lot of dedication on the part of her parents.

Be sure to watch the video for details

Championships are the products of unwavering steadfastness and devotedness. 

Ayva strikes a definite pose of confidence.

Ayva has competed in the Morgan Grand Nationals in Oklahoma City and the American Royal in Kansas City, winning world championships.

She's an A student that has aspirations of competing in the World Cup and later becoming a vet.  

Bridgette Moore and Ayva Palos. Two great Wildomar role models. 

We invite you to watch the video of the conversation between Bridgette Moore, Ayva, Stephanie and Robb & Betsy Wallen.

If the video is missing, use this link instead.