Tiago Alves Portuguese dressage and Working Equitation rider, trainer and educator. Founder of the Tiago Alves Equestrian Academy

Favourite Things: Tiago Alves

by | May 29, 2026 | Favourite Things

Who would be your dream horse to ride?

Totilas at his peak — a horse who redefined what dressage could look like.

Coffee shop order?

Long black coffee.

Aachen at Chio stadium

Most treasured possession?

The journey and experiences horses have given me.

Natalia Bacariza Danguillecourt dressage rider

Product you can’t live without?

Hamonol leather from Stubeben.

Rita Ralão Portugese international grand prix dressage rider

Favourite food?

Sushi, Lasagna, and codfish with cream, a mix of comfort and tradition.

Equestrian hero?

Isabell Werth, for her consistency, longevity and ability to evolve at the highest level.

 

Ehren Volk dressage rider

If you could have five people for dinner, who would they be?

Leonardo DaVince, Isabel Werth, Valentino Rossi, Jesus, Vasco da Gama.

Natalia Bacariza Danguillecourt dressage rider

Horse closest to your heart?

Jasmim a Lusitano from the Manuel Assunção Coimbra breeding. A horse I had for many years, who taught me more than I could ever explain. Some horses mark your career others mark who you become.

Natalia Bacariza Danguillecourt dressage rider

When not with horses…..

Endurance sports, track days on my bikes, travelling and occasionally stepping completely out of routine, including music events and raves. It’s about balance.

Western riding

Another equestrian discipline that you would like to try beside dressage?

Show jumping.