Boyd Martin, born August 20, 1979, is an American equestrian competing in eventing. He is married to Silva Martin (née Stigler), a German-born dressage rider and trainer. Silva, now a U.S. citizen, competes at the Grand Prix level and has represented the United States in team competitions. The couple operates Windurra USA, their training facility in Cochranville, Pennsylvania. They have three sons: Nox, Leo, and Koa.
Boyd has participated in three consecutive Summer Olympic Games (2012, 2016, 2020) and is a two-time Pan American Games team gold medalist. He won individual gold at the 2019 Pan American Games and team silver at the 2022 World Championships. Boyd has competed at every CCI5* event worldwide and won the 2021 Maryland CCI5*-L.
He was born to an American speed skater mother and an Australian cross-country skier father, gaining dual citizenship before officially representing the United States in international competitions in 2009.
Quick Facts-
| Name | Silva Martin (née Stigler) |
| Age | 44 (as of 2024) |
| Kids | Three sons - Nox Christoph Martin (born 2015), Leo Rossco Martin (born 2018), and Koa |
| Education | Passed Bereiters exam at the German Riding School in Warendorf with an "excellent" mark |
| Profession | Professional dressage rider, trainer, and coach |
| Nationality | German-born, now a U.S. citizen |
Who is Boyd Martin's Wife?
Silva Martin is the wife of Boyd Martin. Silva is a successful German-born dressage rider, trainer, and coach who has made a name for herself in the equestrian world alongside her husband.
Silva Martin's Early Life
Silva Martin was born and raised in Germany. She received her early equestrian education in her home country, where she developed a strong base in dressage. Silva passed her Bereiters exam at the German Riding School in Warendorf with an "excellent" mark.
During her early years in Germany, Silva had the opportunity to apprentice with famous horsemen including Paul Beck, Rudolf Zeilinger, and Hubertus Schmidt.
What does Silva Martin do for a living?
Silva Martin is a professional dressage rider, trainer, and coach.
According to her website silvamartin.com, Silva has won awards with Warmbloods and Off-the-Track Thoroughbreds through the Grand Prix level. She is particularly talented at developing young horses and bringing them up through the levels, including a number of homebred horses.
Silva has competed successfully at major U.S. competitions, including Dressage at Devon, the GAIG and CBLM Finals, regional and national championships, and on the Wellington, Florida circuit. In 2014, she represented the United States for the first time in team competition, helping to win team gold in the Nations Cup competition at the CDIO Wellington, riding her homebred mare Rosa Cha W.
Together with her husband Boyd, Silva operates their farm Windurra USA in Cochranville, PA. They have developed their facility to be a top training destination for both professional and amateur riders, featuring high-quality Attwood footing in the arenas and on the galloping track, as well as an extensive cross-country course.
Silva Martin's Social Media
| Social Platform | Social Media Profile |
| silvamartindressage | |
| @silvamartindressage |
How did Boyd Martin meet Silva Martin?
According to Boyd Martin's own account, shared on the Three Days Three Ways website, he met Silva when she came to Australia as a German dressage rider. At the time, Silva didn't know much English. Boyd described her as "the good-looking sort" and mentioned that many were interested in her.
He humorously recounted, “We had the same interest in horses and stuff and for some reason, she stuck around longer than I thought she would. I ended up signing her up."
How long have Boyd Martin & Silva Martin been together?
Boyd Martin and Silva Martin have been together for over 18 years as of 2024.
They met in Australia when Silva came there as a German dressage rider.
Boyd proposed to Silva at Ayers Rock (Uluru) in central Australia. He humorously recounted that he used a plastic ring in case she said no.
They married at the end of 2006.
After competing at Rolex Kentucky in 2007, Boyd returned to Australia, and the couple moved to the United States shortly after.
They welcomed their first son, Nox Christoph Martin, in 2015, followed by Leo Rossco Martin in 2018, and later Koa.
Boyd Martin and Silvia Martin’s Pictures
FAQ's On Boyd Martin’s Wife
A. Yes, Boyd Martin and his wife Silva have three sons. Their children are named Nox, Leo, and Koa.
A. Silva Martin is originally from Germany. She is a German-born and trained Grand Prix dressage rider who later became a U.S. citizen.
A. Boyd and Silva met at a dressage show in Australia. Silva had traveled there to learn English and train horses for six months, but after meeting Boyd, she ended up staying for four years.
A. Boyd Martin often rides Thoroughbreds in high-level competitions. He is known for his skill in training off-the-track Thoroughbreds and competing with them at the five-star level in eventing.
