The English Saddle Fit & Safety Guide is designed to help parents, youth riders, and beginner equestrians understand proper saddle fit, prevent riding-related injuries, and make confident, safety-first decisions as riders grow and progress.
Preventing Saddle Injuries in Children is an important topic in English riding. Saddle-related injuries happen more often than many parents realize, especially among children, youth, and teens who ride using English saddles. These injuries can range from mild discomfort all the way to issues that keep young riders out of the arena for weeks or … Read more
I titled this post, “Youth Jumping Saddle Mistakes to Avoid for beginners” because finding the right youth jumping saddle isn’t always straightforward, and beginners often run into common mistakes that can make learning much harder and way less fun. Watching a child stumble upon jumping in the saddle can be one of the most thrilling … Read more
What’s the difference between pony and horse english saddles? Choosing an English saddle might seem straightforward, but when you’re working with both ponies and horses, it pays to know how the details can affect fit and comfort. If you’ve ever wondered why certain saddles just seem to work better for smaller or larger mounts, or … Read more
If you’re a parent or trainer working with a young rider in the hunter ring, getting the right fit for a youth hunter saddle is truly important. A good fit makes riding more comfortable, safer, and honestly a lot more fun for your child. It also helps set your kid up with the right balance … Read more
If you’re serious about helping your young rider enjoy every minute in the saddle, upgrading to the right youth saddle can make a world of difference. Kids grow fast, and making sure their tack keeps up is pretty important for comfort and confidence. I put this guide together to answer the big question: How to … Read more
Getting a good ride out of your English saddle depends quite a bit on how you adjust your girth. A properly fitted girth keeps your saddle stable, your horse comfortable, and helps you ride better. Girth issues are often symptoms of broader saddle-fit problems. Check out my post where I talk about proper English saddle … Read more
Dressage is one of those horse riding disciplines that looks calm and graceful on the outside. But it comes with its own set of risks and safety concerns, especially when kids get involved. As much as parents want their children to grow as confident riders, safety is always on everyone’s mind. Knowing what really matters … Read more
Getting saddle fit right for young horses is pretty important for their comfort and development. Young horses are still growing, changing in shape surprisingly fast, and a saddle that fits well today might not work for them in a few months. Learning how to check English saddle fit for your young horse saves you a … Read more
Dressage often looks elegant and calm from the outside. But when it comes to kids riding dressage, safety always takes the front seat. I’ve spent plenty of hours around beginner riders. It’s super important to cover all the basics so kids can keep their love for horses alive and safe. This guide answers big questions … Read more
An ill-fitting saddle can quietly cause a whole bunch of headaches for both the horse and the rider. Knowing why saddle fit matters, what problems to watch for, and what to do when things go wrong is really important if you want happy, healthy rides. Here’s my full guide to understanding how an ill-fitting English … Read more