Professional Saddle-Fit Certification & Training for Equine Professionals

Become the go-to expert in saddle-fit evaluation, add a new revenue stream, and help horses stay sounder, longer.

Ready to become a Certified Equine Ergonomist?

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Whether you’re a trainer, bodyworker, vet, saddle fitter, or aspiring pro, the fastest path is to master objective saddle-fit evaluation first, then layer hands‑on fitting and flocking on top.

Start with the Certified Equine Ergonomist (CEE) program. When you’re ready to go deeper into flocking, tree adjustments, and in‑person work, you can step into our advanced Master Saddle Fitting (MSF4) training.

Certified Equine Ergonomist (CEE)

Professional Saddle‑Fit Evaluation Certification

Our flagship certification for equine professionals who want to confidently assess saddle fit, fix recurring issues, and add a serious revenue stream to their business.

In this program, you’ll learn to:

  • Perform a full 80‑Point Saddle Fit Evaluation on real horses
  • Link saddle‑fit findings to behavior, performance, and “mystery” lameness
  • Communicate your findings clearly to riders, owners, and vets
  • Charge for professional saddle‑fit evaluations with confidence

The CEE program includes step‑by‑step online curriculum, 6 months of coaching and Q&A, grading on 30 real‑world evaluations, your professional toolkit, and a profile in the global Saddlefit 4 Life directory once certified.

Not sure if this is the right next step?
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Master Saddle Fitting Certification (MSF4)

Advanced In‑Person Fitting, Flocking & Tree Adjustments

For professionals who want to go beyond evaluation and into full hands‑on saddle fitting, flocking, and tree work, the MSF4 program is our highest level of training.

In this in‑person intensive, you’ll:

  • Learn practical flocking and on‑horse adjustment techniques
  • Work directly on saddles under expert supervision
  • Understand when tree modifications are (and are not) appropriate
  • Integrate saddle fitting and saddle sales into a sustainable service model

Prerequisite:
Completion of the Certified Equine Ergonomist program (or equivalent, by application). Limited spots available each year.

Equine Veterinarians – Earn Recognized CPD / CE Credits

If you’re an equine veterinarian, we also offer a dedicated Equine Ergonomics for Veterinarians course that’s approved for CPD / CE credits and integrates saddle fit into your lameness and performance work‑ups.

Equine Ergonomics For Veterinarians

Static Saddle Fit Analysis

Only for Veterinarians

Our Equine Ergonomics for Veterinarians course is designed specifically for vets who want a structured, evidence‑based approach to saddle fit as part of lameness, performance, and back‑pain work‑ups.

You’ll learn to:

  • Integrate saddle‑fit assessment into clinical exams
  • Identify when saddle fit is a likely contributor to pain or poor performance
  • Give clear, objective recommendations to clients on next steps

This course is approved for CPD / CE credits in multiple regions (up to 40 credits, depending on location) and can typically be written off as a business expense.

Not Sure Where To Start?

If you work with horses professionally and you’re not sure whether to start with CEE, the vet course, or ask about MSF4, we can map it out with you in a few minutes.

Results From Equine Professionals Who Added Saddle‑Fit Evaluation To Their Business

“I thought I understood saddle fit but this course helped me unlearn myths and truly help horses in pain. It’s now a vital part of my services.”
Sarah-Joy Cottingham
Bodyworker / CEE Graduate
“This course helped me solve my own horse’s comfort issues and now I help others experience the same transformation.”
Laura Paschini
Competitive Rider / CEE Graduate
“This course gave me essential knowledge as both a vet and a coach. I finally see how saddle fit impacts both horse and rider and how to prevent injuries before they start.”
Inga Sukhoeva
Veterinarian / CEE Graduate
“After buying five saddles and still seeing pain in my horse, I finally found the answers in the CEE course. It opened my eyes to how often saddle fit is the real cause behind behavior issues and now I help others see it too.”
Tammy Donaldson
PH.D. In Animal Behaviour / CEE Graduate
“As a tack store owner, I wanted education that wasn’t about sales. The CEE course gave me science-backed skills to truly help horses and riders and my clients trust me more because of it.”
Michelle Butler
Tack Store Owner / CEE Graduate
“This course made me realize how much pain I missed in my past horses. Now, I’m dedicated to helping others prevent the same mistakes.”
Lara van den Berge
CEE Graduate
Not a professional but want to protect your horse’s back and avoid costly saddle mistakes?

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