Introduction
Getting Started
Roles & Restrictions of a CEE
The Saddle Industry
A History of Saddle Making
Saddle Manufacturing
Saddle Industry Quiz
Technology & Influence
Technology & Saddle Fit
The Factors that Affect Saddle Fit
Technology & Influence Quiz
Equine Musculoskeletal Structures
Equine Musculoskeletal Structures
The 14 Reflex Points
Natural Asymmetry in Horses
BONUS: Asymmetry In Horses – Dr. Catalina Thiersen DVM
Muscle & Postural Changes
Equine Musculoskeletal Quiz
Introduction to Saddle Fitting
The 5 Lines
The Saddle Support Area – SSA
Shoulder Rotation & Scapula Cartilage
Body Description
Body Description Overview & Saddle Components
Intro to Saddle Fitting Quiz
Fitting Considerations
Balance Alignment Point & Bone Clearance
Gullet Channel Width & Panel Contact
Billet Alignment & Saddle Length
Saddle Straightness
Tree Angle & Tree Width
Dust Patterns & Dry Spots
BONUS: Fitting the Uneven Shoulder – Understanding Orthopedic Fit
Fitting Considerations Quiz
Physical Damage & Behavioral Issues
Physical Damage
Postural Issues Caused by Poor Saddle Fit
Bad Behavior vs. Pain Reaction
Pain & Injury in the Horse
Physical Damage & Behavioral Issues Quiz
BONUS: Postural Soundness & The Hoof Connection
The Domino Effects of Improper Hoof Balance
The Male vs Female Rider
Human Anatomy as Relevant to Saddle Fit
Male vs Female Rider: In the Saddle
Male vs Female Rider: In the Saddle – Consequences
Common Rider Health Issues
Measuring the Rider
Rider Pain
Common Fit Types
Saddle Fit – Clothespin
Saddle Fit – Hyperextension
Saddle Fit – Fake Adjustable Fit
Saddle Fit – Bridge Fit
Saddle Fit – Modern Sport Fit
Saddle Fit – Tree Lift Fit
Other Tack Considerations
Assessing Tack Condition
Saddle Pads & Shimming
Next Steps
After Online Theory Completion