MEET THE TRAINERS
Robyn Stiegler
Founder & Head Trainer, Citrus Hill Farms
Born and raised in Southern California, Robyn began her equestrian journey at the age of 10. She has had the privilege of training under some of the most respected names in the industry, including Karen Healey, Jim Hagman, and Mike Edrick, whose mentorship helped shape her foundational skills and philosophy as a rider and coach.
After taking time away from the sport to raise her two children, Max and Demi, as a single mother, she returned to the equestrian world with renewed passion and purpose. In 2003, she partnered with longtime mentor Jim Hagman to open Elvenstar Orange County, based at the Orange County Fairgrounds.
In 2005, Citrus Hill Farms was established. As founder and head trainer, Robyn has led the program with a commitment to excellence, integrity, and horsemanship. Under her leadership, Citrus Hill Farms has achieved numerous accolades, including medal final victories and championship titles at both the national and international levels. Many of the program’s junior riders have gone on to earn full or partial Division I athletic scholarships at universities such as, Auburn, Smu, South Carolina, Baylor, and TCU.
With a focus on developing well-rounded athletes and compassionate horsemen and horsewomen, Robyn and her team continue to cultivate a training environment where riders of all levels can thrive and succeed.
Selected Accomplishments:
• USET Finals – West Coast Champion
• USET Finals – West Coast Reserve Champion
• WCE Finals Champion
• ASPCA Maclay Regionals – Champion
• ASPCA Maclay Regionals – Reserve Champion
• ASPCA Maclay National Finals
Reserve Champion 2x
• THIS National Medal Finals
Reserve Champion
• Onondarka Medal Finals Champion
• CPHA Junior Medal Finals Champion
• CPHA Amateur Medal Finals – Reserve Champion
• PCHA Horsemanship Finals Champion
• PCHA Horsemanship Finals – Reserve Champion
• CPHA 14 & Under Medal Finals Champion
• CPHA 21 & Under Medal Finals Champion
• CPHA Style of Riding Medal Finals – Reserve Champion (2x)
• USHJA Zone 10 Jumper Finals Champion
• USHJA Zone 10 Individual Jumper Finals Champion
• $100,000 USHJA Intl. Hunter Derby Champion at the Menlo Charity Horse Show
Demi Stiegler
Demi brings a vast amount of experience and excellence to Citrus Hill Farms. As a junior rider, she earned top honors at the most prestigious equitation finals in the country, including:
• Champion – USET Talent Search Finals West Coast
• Reserve Champion – ASPCA Maclay Finals
• USEF/USHJA Equitation Rider of the Year
• Champion – USEF Regional Finals
• Champion – CPHA Junior Finals
• Champion – WCE Medal Finals
• Champion – LAHJA Junior Finals
Demi was awarded a full athletic scholarship to Auburn University, where she rode for the nationally recognized NCAA equestrian team. She graduated in 2015 with a degree in Sociology and a minor in Social Work.
Following graduation, she joined her mother, Robyn Stiegler, at Citrus Hill Farms, continuing the legacy with a modern, high-performance approach.
As a young professional, Demi has made her mark in the hunter and jumper rings with highlights including:
• Champion – $100,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby at Menlo Charity Horse Show
• Derby Finals Qualifier – Kentucky
• Two-time competitor – WCHR Developing Pro Challenge
• National Grand Prix level experience
• International riding experience in Mexico
Demi combines elite-level riding experience with a hands-on, personalized approach to coaching, focusing on developing both horse and rider with intention, precision, and care.