History of Saddle Making & Fitting
A History of Saddle Making
Saddle Manufacturing
Technology & Saddle Fit
The Circle of Influence
The Factors that Affect Saddle Fit
Equine Anatomy & Biomechanics
Equine Musculoskeletal Structures
The 14 Reflex Points
Natural Asymmetry in Horses
Muscle & Postural Changes
Equine Musculoskeletal Quiz
Introduction to Saddle Fitting
The 5 Lines
The Saddle Support Area (SSA)
Shoulder Rotation & Scapula Cartilage
Human Anatomy & Biomechanics
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
Consequences of Ill-Fitting Saddles
Physical Damage
Postural Issues Caused by Poor Saddle Fit
Bad Behavior vs. Pain Reaction
The Western Saddle
Parts of the Western Saddle
Types of Western Saddles
Rigging Positions
The 9 Points of Western Saddle Fit
Balance
Wither Clearance
Gullet Channel Width
Panel Contact
Billet Alignment
Saddle Length
Saddle Straightness
Tree Angle
Tree Width
Unboxing
The Seat
Adjustable Fenders
Panels & Inserts
Rigging System
The Evaluation & Adjustment
Measuring the Rider
Body Description
Taking Your Measurements
Cutting the Panel Inserts
Static Fit to Horse – Part I
Static Fit to Horse – Part II
Sales Training
Step-by-Step Sales Training

