Running a saddle fitting business is no longer down to how good you are at fitting saddles. While it obviously helps to be good at what you do, in the modern day it is vital that you learn how to grow your equine business. There are some essential business skills that every saddle fitter needs if they wish to start up and grow their own saddle business. At IASF , we help saddle fitters gain not only the education to fit saddles  effectively, but also pick up the business skil

Being self-employed in the equine industry has grown in popularity as a career move over the last 15-20 years. Those wishing to work in the industry no longer have to go through a designated route. If they have the skill and the drive, they can go it alone and make a pretty handsome living. Not to mention working with some rewarding clients.  Whether you’re new to the industry or have been working with an equine organisation for years, before you go self-employed, you must be

Choosing the independent route when it comes to setting up your saddle fitting business is growing in popularity. Once people have learned how to become an independent saddle fitter , they’re no longer as interested in going the traditional route. Instead of joining an existing saddlery business or yard as an in-house assistant with expertise in saddle fitting, we’re seeing many people with the drive to go it alone. And that’s who we want to help with this saddle-fitting busi

Join a Global Community Dedicated to Excellence in Equine Saddlery Fitting The International Academy of Saddle Fitters (IASF) is proud to announce the launch of its Global Network, a ground-breaking membership service designed to unite and empower equestrians worldwide. Whether you are a dedicated horse owner, a professional saddlery fitter, a veterinarian, an equine body worker or any other equine professional, the IASF Global Network offers an unparalleled platform for...

For years chronic or unpredictable spooking was dismissed as a training issue, a bad habit or just a sign of a "naughty" or "hot" horse....

The way an English saddle  is secured, or girthed , to the horse significantly impacts the horse's comfort, movement and the stability of...

It goes without saying that a saddle fitter’s job is to fit saddles. However, there are times when your fitter may decline to do so. This...

When we think about improving our horse’s fitness or building muscle, it’s easy to focus on faster gaits like trot and canter. But don’t...

When you choose to make saddle fitting your career, you likely do it because of your love for horses and all things equine care. Once you...

The role of a saddle fitter can sometimes be misunderstood. To some, they may think that so long as you can fit a saddle to a horse, you...

Are you passionate about horses and education? Are you ready to take control of your own business and bring an established UK Saddle...

IASF are delighted to announce an exciting new affiliation with Equine Massage Academy (EMA) This exciting partnership celebrates the...

On the surface, what saddle fitters do can come across as pretty one-dimensional. The reality is that it involves far more than meets the...

Working in the equestrian industry can be challenging at times but there is one thing that unites us all and that is an ingrained...

Spooking is common in horses, being prey animals one of their first instincts is to run away from danger, real or perceived. Here in the...

How do we stack up against the competition? The information in this table is correct at time of publication and based upon publicly...

Once upon a time there was a dark, dark town. And in that dark, dark town there was a dark, dark, field. And in that dark, dark field...

The question of whether someone is too heavy for their horse comes up often and as there are clear welfare implications it is a valid and...

As equine professionals and devoted horse owners, the concept of "Back to School" takes on a profound significance when it comes to...

Unlocking your career potential as a professional saddle fitter not only equips you with specialised skills but also promises a high return