Introductory course to saddle fitting
Introductory Course To Saddle Fitting
If you have ever thought about becoming a saddle fitter, and you are not quite sure where to start. Or perhaps you are interested in considering a career in the equestrian world and want to explore options. Then look no further here at The Saddle Bank is right here is the best place to begin.
The Saddle Bank are offering our comprehensive course called “The Saddle Fitter Pathway” to aspiring saddle fitters, or those with an interest in the field. This online course is an introduction to the world of saddle fitting without committing yourself to a qualification. There’s no need to commit yourself before you know the ‘ins and the outs’ of saddle fitting as a career. This is the perfect gateway to this career, allowing you to gain a professional insight into what makes a saddle fitter, giving you a unique taster before you pursue a formal qualification. The course can even suggest you a qualification pathway that would be best suited to you to get you started on the most appropriate journey.
The Saddle Bank is proud to be founded and directed by Jade Holly Smith, who leads the Saddle Fitter Pathway course. Many happy participants of the course were once in the same position in which you may find yourself; maybe you have been toying with the idea of saddle fitting as a career, but you just aren’t sure whether it will be right or how to even begin. The testimonials speak for themselves, and equestrians all over the country who have partaken in the course are now empowered to pursue a career in saddle fitting. Some of whom are now qualified saddle fitters in their own right, and made their start with this course.
How To Become A Saddle Fitter
One of the key elements that this course explores is how one may go about becoming a saddle fitter, including cost considerations and types of qualification that are available that would be best suited for your desired career path. Even if you don’t know exactly which path to take within saddle fitting, the course can offer a unique perspective to help you make a decision as to whether this is the right career for you.
Who Should Do This Course
The Saddle Fitter Pathway course is ideal for anyone who is considering a change or career and wondering what it is like to be a saddle fitter. The Saddle Bank welcomes any and all participants to the course equally. So no need to worry if you’ve only just started your equine journey and don’t feel as ‘clued up’. From equestrians looking for a career change and wanting to pursue a career in the industry, to equine professionals who may want to be able to offer saddle fitting as a part of their independent services. Even school leavers who are unsure about which qualifications to take to become a saddle fitter, all can partake in this course.
Even if you have been in a career for most of your life which is completely unrelated to saddle fitting, it is never too late to pursue your dream, and I’m sure most of us could think of nothing better than getting to work with horses, and talk to other like-minded equestrians all day.
What Is Included In The Course?
When enrolled on our Saddle Fitting Pathway course, you will have instant access which is available 24/7, 365 days a year. With lifetime access you can learn at your own pace and refer back to the information as and when you need it. The course is delivered through a series of professional online videos enabling you to explore the key aspects of saddle fitting as a career. The course offers specific guidelines on saddle fitting safety as well as the qualities that make an ideal saddle fitter.
By the end of this course you will…
- Know things to consider when thinking of pursuing a career in Saddle Fitting.
- Understand the ideal saddle fitter qualities so you can identify if you have these qualities or establish how you can obtain them.
- Know which qualifications you need and have a suggested qualification pathway.
- Have an understanding of the cost and timeframes of becoming qualified.
- Have a basic understanding of Equine Anatomy in relation to saddle fitting.
- Learn equine conformation and conformation considerations when fitting saddles.
- Be able to identify points of the saddle and understand fitting implications.
- Have an understanding on saddle construction.Learn the basics of various saddle brands so you can start thinking about who your client base would be.
- Understand the saddle fitting process and what is involved.Know about the types of saddle repairs you will be required to do.
- Run through a day in the life of a saddle fitter.
- Know what you need to do to set up your business once qualified.
- Have an understanding on how much a saddle fitter can earn working part time / full time.
Why Is A Well-Fitting Saddle So Important?
Being able to recognise the signs of an ill-fitting saddle on a horse is absolutely vital, not only to horse and rider’s performance during ridden exercise, but for the health and well-being of your horse; a poor-fitting saddle can leave long-lasting effects on your horse, and even cause permanent damage to the horses back. It is imperative that we strive for the best fit for our horses, without compromise. More and more equestrians are learning the benefits of getting a high-quality saddle fitter out to assess their horse. Maybe the saddle fitter that they are looking for could one day be you.
What Is The Saddle Fitter Pathway
The course is designed as a preliminary course to professional saddle fitting qualifications and is not a replacement for these. The course highlights the importance of becoming appropriately qualified. It will help you to generate a plan for your qualification, and career pathways beyond the course. As well as this, the course can give you a unique insider into the day-to-day life of a saddle fitter. Whilst teaching you how to recognise types of saddle repairs that you will be required to do. In addition to developing your understanding of the saddle fitting process from start to finish.
The course offers clarity around important subjects. Such as cost considerations that need to be taken into account when training and developing your stock, as well as the initial cost to set up a business, and will provide you with all of the correct and up-to-date information that you need to be able to get started on this career pathway.
How much is the course and where can I enrol?
The total cost of the course is £49 and is available directly from us at The Saddle Bank. You can find out all of the information and start the course here. We would be delighted to have you!
To join and for more information, and to find out if being a saddle fitter would be right for you, visit here.
Learn more about how saddles should fit….
If you are a horse owner or rider and would like to learn more about saddle fitting. As well as how the saddle can impact your horses performance and welfare, click on the image below:
