I started seriously riding as a young child and as I entered into my adult years (19 years old,) I wanted to give back the joy and balance the horse’s provided for me during my younger years.  Throughout my journey, I discovered Classical Riding and it was an artistic form of training that focused on the needs of the horses and made sense.  There was a lack of accessibility to this type of work in the United States, so I made it my life’s mission to share it with more people.  Having the opportunity to study under a “world renowned” riding master allowed me to facilitate the continuation of this knowledge to more people and their horses.

After 3 decades of teaching, training, breeding, and continually learning, I constantly find renewed purpose in the joy of my students as they learn, understand, and cultivate their connection with their horses.

Tina Ann Legno

Tina's 2024 Presentations

Work In Hand - 

This video is presented by Tina Legno, founder of  Alivio Equestrian Academy. & The Alivio Method.

Demonstrating the importance of lateral work & the incorporation of straightness with Marques, a 7 year old Lusitano Stallion

The Grounding Effects of Groundwork - 

This video is presented to you by Tina Legno, founder of  Alivio Equestrian Academy. & The Alivio Method.

Discussing the grounding effects of ground work, lengthening the neck and assisting the horse in finding their center, while we maintain ours with Geisa, a 11 yr old Lusitano mare bred by Alivio LLC..

Basic Lunge Techniques - 

This Video is presented by Tina Legno, founder of  Alivio Equestrian Academy. & The Alivio Method. 

Discussing basic lungeing techniques and what to look for to create balance and center your horse with Lira, a 14 yr old Andalusian Mare.

Basic Grooming and Handling - 

This Video is presented by Tina Legno, founder of  Alivio Equestrian Academy. & The Alivio Method. 

Discussing basic Work In Hand Tips and Techniques with my Lusitano Stallion, Marques. 

The Importance Of Centering Your Horse -

This Video is presented by Tina Legno, founder of  Alivio Equestrian Academy. & The Alivio Method. 

Discussing the importance of centering your horse by creating balance and connection on the cross ties. 

Proper Rider Position - 

This Video is presented by Tina Legno, founder of  Alivio Equestrian Academy. & The Alivio Method. 

Discussing proper rider position and basic exercises to center yourself on your horse while centering your horse.