About the IASF, our affiliates and connections
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.“
– Helen Keller
Offering Online & In-Person saddle fitting courses
At the IASF we firmly believe that collaboration is the key to success and that those involved with the safeguarding of our horses should be dedicated to teamwork and open to learning from others.
Progress can only be achieved through collaboration and our commitment to forging strong connections plays a vital part in ensuring our saddle fitters provide the best service to the horses and owners in their care.
Our credentials
IASF is an approved provider of nationally recognised certification from LANTRA, an Ofqual regulated awarding body and approved by UK Rural Skills (UKRS) as well a registered training provider with UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP number 10090284) and listed training providers with the Equine Fitters Council.
If you are considering becoming a professional saddle fitter; credibility is an important factor to consider when selecting a training provider. Here at the IASF we have put the work in to ensure our education system stands up to the rigorous demands of the equine fitting industry and this is evidenced by our formal accreditations and affiliations. Saddle Fitters who successfully complete the IASF Stage 3 Professional Saddle Fitting Award are eligible to register with the Equine Fitters Directory as a Qualified Saddle Fitter.
Training provider comparison
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This table is correct at time of publication and is based upon publicly available information. Any discrepancies should be communicated to admin@saddle-academy.com
Our partners
Progressive Equine Partners
A community of Equine Professionals and establishments who prioritise ethical practice with the welfare of the equine at the core of what we do. As a progressive organisation, we strive to incorporate new ideas and modern methods to improve Equine care and training, moving away from traditional practice.
Saddles Direct
Saddles Direct is now recognised as the UK’s biggest saddle retailer, offering unrivalled choice and customer satisfaction with all saddles available on a trial basis. The IASF are proud to have a member of the Saddles Direct team as one of our approved tutors and assessors.
Estride
Estride specialise in multi-award winning suit of technological products to bring benefits to the horse and rider.
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The Saddle Bank
The Saddle Bank has grown rapidly to become one of the world’s leading online saddle retailers; supplying horse owners, saddle fitters and other retailers around the world.
Equine massage
EMA is a well-established, industry-recognised training provider known for its integrated approach to equine education, designed to enhance welfare, wellbeing, and performance. Our career courses produce fully insured equine manual therapists, respected by vets and professionals across the industry—a recognition few programs can claim.
Meet the team
The IASF team consists of saddle fitting and equine experts who bring a wealth of experience and relevance not just to the content of our saddle fitting courses but also the delivery.
