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Guilt Free Riding - How to Protect your Horse from Saddle Damage
Ensuring your horse's comfort and well-being while riding is essential for any responsible horse owner. Saddle fitting plays a crucial...
May 20, 20244 min read
The Physics of Saddle Fitting: Navigating Challenges for a Perfect Fit
Saddle fitting is a complex and crucial aspect of horse ownership, influenced by the intricate dynamics between horse and rider....
May 13, 20247 min read
Empower Yourself as a Horse Owner: Mastering Saddle Fit Essentials for a Thriving Equine Partner
Understanding the intricate relationship between saddle fit and your horse's well-being is a crucial aspect of responsible horse...
May 8, 20244 min read
The Crucial Connection: How Saddle Fit Defines the Rider-Horse Bond
In the world of equestrianism, where the rhythm of hoofbeats echoes the heartbeat of a cherished bond, there exists a silent but profound...
Apr 27, 20242 min read
Are you Saddle Savvy? 5 Mistakes Most Horse Owners Make
Many horse owners consider themselves saddle savvy but there are some common pitfalls many horse owners make: 1. Storing Saddles on...
Apr 22, 20242 min read
Does Your Saddle Fit?
Saddle fitting is a complex subject but as a horse owner or rider there are things you can do to help protect your horse from saddle...
Oct 19, 20232 min read
Becoming a Saddle Fitter - How Much Can I Earn?
Becoming a qualified saddle fitter takes an investment of time and money and here at the IASF we understand that these are both important...
Oct 19, 20233 min read
IASF SECURE LANTRA APPROVAL
The IASF have received the stamp of approval from the UK's leading awarding body for training in the land-based industries. After careful...
Jun 14, 20231 min read
Back Shape, Saddle Fitting and your Horses Changing Shape
When you have your saddle fitted one of the most important aspects is the width of the headplate, that’s the solid metal part right under...
Jun 4, 20234 min read
Am I Too Big for my Horse?
Just take a scroll through your local horse riders Facebook group and no doubt you will see this question pop up time and again. The...
Feb 21, 20234 min read
Horse Owners Online Saddle Fitting Course Now Live
Sign up now and start learning straight away. Click here to get started! This course has been specifically tailored for horse owners to...
Feb 21, 20231 min read
IASF Fitters Congratulated by the Worshipful Company of Saddlers
Certified saddle fitters of the International Academy of Saddle Fitters were formally congratulated by the Prime Warden and Wardens of...
Feb 17, 20232 min read
Saddle Fitting and the Overweight Horse
We all know a good doer when we see one, they live on fresh air and seem to be able to gain weight overnight resulting in that squishy...
Feb 13, 20235 min read
A Saddle Should Fit Without a Half Pad , So Why Are So Many People Using Them?!
This can be a controversial topic in the saddle fitting world and there are lots of opinions on the use of saddle pads. The main purpose...
Feb 2, 20233 min read
Jan 30, 20230 min read
Feeding Position and Shoulder Asymmetry
Many horses have one shoulder larger than the other and it can a huge contributor to saddle slip! Many people rely on the use of a...
Jan 6, 20232 min read
Essential Shopping List for Saddle Fitters
Starting out as a saddle fitter can be a daunting task. Not only do you have to find an accredited saddle fitting course and training...
Jul 24, 20222 min read
No Pain no Gain! The same goes for our Horse
We’ve all hear the saying but how does it apply to our horse? Gym goers will be familiar with this saying and in simple terms it means we...
Mar 24, 20224 min read
Body Worker, Sports Massage or Vet Physio?
At IASF we always teach our students to make referrals to a Veterinarian or Veterinary Physiotherapist. The reason for this is that the...
Mar 14, 20221 min read
Is your Saddle Hurting your Horse? – Reading Behaviour
We all love our horses and the last thing we want to do is see them in pain. We are very quick to whip out the first aid box or call the...
Mar 8, 20224 min read
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