07/16/2026
We are gearing up for next weeks Introduction to Western Saddle Fitting Course, Learn to with confidence. Protect the horse. Elevate performance.
This course gives you the skills to evaluate western saddle fit with clarity and confidence—no guesswork, no gimmicks. Learn how saddle design, tree shape, discipline, and horse conformation work together so you can prevent pain, protect soundness, and support peak performance. Whether you’re a professional, trainer, or serious rider, you’ll leave with practical tools and real-world knowledge you can apply immediately—at the barn, in the tack room, and in the arena.
-Professional standards for western saddle fitting, including ethics, recordkeeping, and horse safety
-How western saddles evolved and why modern designs look the way they do today
-Western saddle anatomy and the measurements that matter for proper fit
-How horse breed, body type, and musculature influence saddle selection
-Discipline-specific saddle fit considerations
-Western saddle trees: materials, shapes, and more
-Key differences between Western and English trees
-Correct placement of a western saddle & how to evaluate fit
-Cinching systems & latigos,
-Pad materials and padding strategies to support soundness and performance
