Ways we can help you remotely with your saddle fitting needs-
* Remote Fitting for your existing saddle or to help you learn what to look for in a new saddle or a *Remote saddle fit for a saddle purchase,
Can also provide tree adjustments and flocking adjustments for your current saddle, to your tracings and pics- see "services" for these)
Saddle Fitting Consultations and assessments apply to all riding disciplines and saddle types including Western, Aussie, All Purpose, Dressage, Jump, Close Contact.
I've been helping so many people who are struggling with saddle fit or selection. After trying pads and different saddles, they still do not have a well fitting saddle and are not sure which way to turn next. There is nothing better than a great saddle fitter, at your barn to help you. But I find most of the support I give is after the fitting anyway! I take pictures on site, then mark them up and explain what you can do. If we work remotely with a video, I can watch it over and over, in slow motion and capture still pictures to really show where your horse can improve.
Wouldn't it be great if you could learn what you need to do, to have guidance and ultimately be able to understand and recognize , issues, and take control of the situation? You are the best advocate for your horse! An added bonus is the bond that is formed and the appreciation the horses have when you recognize and address their needs at this deeper level.
I am so thrilled to be able to offer these combinations of tools, for 7 years SHTS has been doing long distance saddle fitting and helping so many people between visits from a Saddle Fitter or sometimes in place of one when there just is not one available or budget is an issue. I pride myself on my proven results, accuracy and my integrity, to above all- put the horse first and "do no harm".
Long Distance Saddle Fitting and consultations - Online convenience with a personal touch. Email or message for a price based on your needs.
Saddle fit analysis (includes a report outlining the type of saddle and features which will best work for your horse).
To resolve an issue with your current saddle-
Using our in-depth questionnaire we will zero in on what may be causing problems with your saddle fit.
Categories that will be covered include:
- Symptoms / Issues
- Horses behavior
- Your saddle’s make and model info
- Rider observances
- Saddling method
- Accessories (Pads, girth, etc. used)
Saddle selection analysis (included)
Let us help you find the best saddle for your horse. This is best suited for those looking to purchase a used saddle. We know the tree’s that are used and body types of the horses they fit best. Using pictures, tracings and measurements I will help you select the correct saddle for you and your horse’s needs.
Follow the 1,2,3 prompts below.
We will get the information from you regarding what you need in a saddle as well as pertinent information about you and your horse.
This will be a very personal experience and there will be much sharing of marks up of your horse to guide you in saddle searching, what to watch out for, features of a saddle that will ensure stability and comfort and much more.
*For this program, the initial consultation fee is for the markups and assessment for the saddle type you need.
Will review saddle choices for you and do mark ups on as many additional saddles as needed for a fee of only $30 per hour.
*Currently not offer saddle searches but will provide you with what you need and the pictures and measurements necessary to do an assesment.
WITHOUT A DOUBT, THE MOST ADVANTAGEOUS ASPECT OF THIS UNIQUE SERVICE IS THAT YOU WILL BE LEARNING HOW TO FIT A SADDLE TO YOUR HORSE. THIS IS INFORMATION THAT WILL BE INVALUABLE TO YOU FOR YOUR HORSES LIFETIME AS WELL AS YOURS, THROUGH CHANGES IN CONDITION OR AGING, YOU WILL HAVE THE CONFIDENCE TO KNOW WHEN SOMETHING IS NO LONGER WORKING AND HOW TO ADDRESS IT.
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Step #1 Download the Remote Saddle Fit Consult Form and fill out, then Click on the " Pay and Request the Check Sheet" button below to contact SHTS through email or Click the link above to use FB messenger.
You may pay to this email address: SportHorseTherapeutics@hotmail.com via Venmo or Paypal (as long as no paypal fees are incurred)
After reviewing your needs, SHTS will send the appropriate check sheets and forms to get you started!
*Once your membership is paid, you will have access to the fb group and forms*
You may pay to this email address: SportHorseTherapeutics@hotmail.com via Venmo or Paypal (as long as no paypal fees are incurred)
After reviewing your needs, SHTS will send the appropriate check sheets and forms to get you started!
*Once your membership is paid, you will have access to the fb group and forms*
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This is an elaborate Excel sheet that covers EVERY element and aspect of horse and rider saddle fit considerations. It asks questions to guide us towards a solution so there is not a lot of wasted trial and error time.
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Step #2
Take pictures of the following views of your horse.
Horse needs to be standing square.
Take pictures of the following views of your horse.
Horse needs to be standing square.
**There will a consultation with additional requests for pictures or videos as need to determine how your horse uses it's back under saddle.
Pictures and videos should be sent via email or shared document.
Pictures and videos should be sent via email or shared document.
Some of steps we go through (you will be sent a complete package- this is just an outline of what is needed) for Remote fitting:
Things you will need: Flexible curve (wire can be used but is harder) large paper or file folder, black marker, chalk (for horse- marker works too). Access/ability to do FB video chat is a great help.
1) Complete check list as best as you can- we can work on it together for the stuff you can't answer right away.
I will need you to provide the conformation pictures at a minimum, and perhaps a video at some point. A picture of you seated on your horse with current saddle is also required.
If we are reviewing current saddle fit (not looking for new saddle) I have pictures of the views I will need you to take.
2) Do the tracing ( see the YouTube videos here) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCudyJqtvMYYpQ-NzmmGcXw
Let me know any questions.
It is best to send the pictures of your horse first so that I can help you find the landmarks to measure from.
3) Schedule a live analysis at a time we can both be available.
* We'll have you do a belly lift for your horse (I’d like to see a pic of this), if you have a saddle to use, we'll put the saddle back on and look at it all around ( best to do live in a video chat) and we'll look at the girths and pads you have available to use and then decide if we can make it fit better / change the balance if it can be.
Or at this time we can discuss what new saddle may work for you that is best for your horse and your budget.
Things you will need: Flexible curve (wire can be used but is harder) large paper or file folder, black marker, chalk (for horse- marker works too). Access/ability to do FB video chat is a great help.
1) Complete check list as best as you can- we can work on it together for the stuff you can't answer right away.
I will need you to provide the conformation pictures at a minimum, and perhaps a video at some point. A picture of you seated on your horse with current saddle is also required.
If we are reviewing current saddle fit (not looking for new saddle) I have pictures of the views I will need you to take.
2) Do the tracing ( see the YouTube videos here) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCudyJqtvMYYpQ-NzmmGcXw
Let me know any questions.
It is best to send the pictures of your horse first so that I can help you find the landmarks to measure from.
3) Schedule a live analysis at a time we can both be available.
* We'll have you do a belly lift for your horse (I’d like to see a pic of this), if you have a saddle to use, we'll put the saddle back on and look at it all around ( best to do live in a video chat) and we'll look at the girths and pads you have available to use and then decide if we can make it fit better / change the balance if it can be.
Or at this time we can discuss what new saddle may work for you that is best for your horse and your budget.
Step #3
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The Facebook group is called Saddle Fitting Solutions
It is for clients who have paid for one of my saddle fitting services. It is a great place to ask questions, talk about saddles and what does and does not work. Share saddles for sale and discuss saddles we like and don't like. It's a great resource that is yours for a lifetime! |
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