Nuno Matos
Director of Breeding & Training
Nuno’s vision of producing top-quality Lusitanos in the United States is being realized at Wasatch Lusitanos in Petersburg, Tennessee. He brings a lifetime with the breed—spanning genetics, riding, training, and competition—anchored in a deep respect for classical Portuguese principles.
He developed his riding and training over many years working Lusitanos at every level, including time training with Pedro Torres and other masters in Portugal. This breadth of experience underpins a calm, systematic approach that builds confidence and rideability.
Nuno deepened his breeding and genetics expertise under the mentorship of Manuel Braga, whose programs (Sociedade das Silveiras and Manuel Calheiros Braga, ENG.) have produced many outstanding Lusitanos. As chief breeder at Coudelaria Mário Vinhas, he further refined selection and stud-farm management.
At Wasatch Lusitanos, Nuno leads both breeding direction and training. He designs each cross, oversees foal raising and young-horse development, and ensures every horse receives the right start and steady progression toward Dressage and Working Equitation.
