I’ve been an elite level athlete for a long time, but no personal trainer, physical therapist or fitness coach has understood what I do, and what I need to be able to do, like the team at Coach Sando Training. The attention paid to my own body and its physical challenges has helped me overcome a huge amount of injury and pain, and has improved my riding and my fitness more than I thought was possible.

I’m doing physical work I haven’t been able to do without pain since I was in my 20s!

- Lauren Sprieser, Gran Prix Dressage Rider

Since I started training with Tony the changes I’ve noticed in my overall riding and reduced pain levels have been dramatic.

Tony has taught me about nutrition, sleep, mental and physical  wellness - everything I need as a high performance athlete.

- Cosby Green - CCI5* , International Event Rider

We all know we need to be very fit to be proficient in equestrian sports, especially eventing. I’ve been very disciplined working out and cross training to maintain my lean mass and endurance as I’m getting older, but I always lacked some joint flexibility, and I knew I wasn’t quite symmetric in my posture and muscle development.

In April I did a Rider Assessment Clinic with Tony and all my own feelings and observations were right there - visible and measurable! 

Tony put together a very specific program to address my ‘deficiencies’ and in few weeks after started training with him I was already feeling the difference.

I’m now about 6 months in the program and my dressage scores have steadily improved, I no longer have back pain and stiffness after riding and I feel more balanced and confident in the saddle.

The best feedback I got was in July, from a clinician I ride with quite often:

“You’ve been riding with me almost ten years now, and this is the first time you don’t look like you’re going to fall off from your horse at any moment!”

 I did reveal to him that I’ve been doing a specific fitness training program, to improve my riding, and I was glad he noticed! 😊

-Maria Temperini, Dressage Rider

Coach Tony has developed my mental and physical game immensely through his experience and vast knowledge as a strength and conditioning coach.

Tony’s ability to merge what we do in the gym with what I need to do to be a top equestrian competitor is unmatched.

-Alexa Ehlers - 4*S Event Rider

I have been working with Tony for seven years, and his program has enabled me to be stronger and more competitive than ever. He rehabbed me from a shattered pelvis, collarbone and ribs.

As a result my balance, isolated strength and range of motion has far exceeded the expectations of my doctors.

- Allie Knowles, 5* International Event Rider

I began working with Tony in a rider assessment clinic. The information and insight that came from that experience hooked me and I began the online coaching program. That was over two years ago. The program has made me feel more secure and effective and I am doing everything with less pain. The exercises are just challenging enough. I'm never too sore but I always feel like I've "done something" after the workouts. I also find it useful to be re-assessed when I am able to get to a clinic. It is nice to have an objective record of my progress to go along with what I am feeling. This is a program I recommend to everyone who wants to ride better and who cares about their impact on their horse's way of going and well-being. 

 I also have a number of students who have worked with Tony at both rider assessments clinics and in the online program.

The assessments really help my students with body awareness and help them to understand the importance of working on their bodies off the horse, separate from their riding time. I find it hugely helpful to me in helping them improve their riding. 

 -Bevin O’Reilly, CCI3* Eventer, Dressage Rider and Instructor

A Game-Changer for Busy Riders with Big Goals

I've been working with Tony since 2021 through both his virtual training program and annual Riding Assessment Clinics hosted by the North Texas Eventing Association. Every clinic delivers powerful "aha" moments - not just for me, but for every rider involved. Tony has a gift for identifying the root causes of riding challenges that traditional instruction often misses, unlocking real breakthroughs in performance.

The best part? Tony’s program fits seamlessly into my lifestyle as a busy mom with a demanding job who still dreams of competing at the mid-levels in eventing. His flexible, targeted approach makes it possible to train effectively without sacrificing other priorities.

My riding has transformed. I’ve gained better balance and strength that directly translate to the saddle. My horse is going better, our dressage scores have dropped by 5 points consistently, and my training sessions are more focused and efficient. I can now concentrate more on my horse and less on correcting myself, reducing wear and tear and preserving my horse’s longevity.

Tony’s support goes beyond riding. His program has guided me through a broader health journey, including hormonal imbalances and mental resilience. I wholeheartedly recommend his training to anyone looking to improve their riding - regardless of discipline, experience level, or competitive goals. It’s not just a riding program, it’s a life-enhancing one.

- Lauren Foster, Adult Amateur Eventer

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