Juan Matute Sr

Olympic Dressage Rider • World known trainer • Classical Dressage

Juan Matute Sr. is a distinguished international dressage rider and Olympian, widely respected for his lifelong dedication to classical horsemanship and elite competition. Representing Spain on the world stage, he competed at the Olympic Games, bringing decades of high-performance experience to the sport.

Throughout his career, he has guided riders to success at Grand Prix, international championships, and Olympic-level competition, emphasizing correct fundamentals, harmony, and ethical training methods. Juan’s teaching philosophy centers on producing happy, sound, and willing horses, while helping riders build the knowledge and confidence needed for lasting success in dressage.

At Show Chic, Juan Matute Sr. shares the timeless principles of classical dressage, offering riders rare access to elite-level insight, training philosophy, and decision-making passed down from generations of top dressage masters.