Yes! After successful completion of the level 3 certificate you will be able to work as a professional saddle fitter and obtain appropriate insurance.

Yes. To maintain your level 3 certification you will need to complete a total of 36 hours of CPD every year. CPD is an important aspect of your ongoing development.

Yes, all qualified IASF students must accept our standard policies and code of conduct. These policies can be downloaded here:

This course will teach you how to carry out basic saddle repairs, re-flock saddles and make fitting adjustments.

Yes, all of our courses are accredited by UKRS with our Stage 3 Professional Saddle Fitting Award accredited by LANTRA, an OfQual regulated body providing nationally recognised certification.

Stage 1 - This is fully virtual so can be completed on line. Stage 2 - This is fully virtual so can be completed on line. Stage 3 - 70% of the level 3 is online learning however there is a mandatory practical element (5 day intensive course and exam) which must be completed to gain certification. Stage 4 - This is a fully practical course with no on-line learning option. To make it more accessible for international students our level 4 courses always run back-to-back with our stage 3 practical courses.

Yes, IASF are passionate about ongoing learning and support. All students will receive lifetime access to our Facebook Study Group where they can ask questions and discuss topics with their peers and mentors. In addition to this our course mentors are always happy to offer one to one help and support.

There are no specific entry requirements to start learning. Each stage of training includes access to all pre-requisite learning. You are required to have at least 10 years experience with horses before undertaking our qualification training and a strong understanding of horsemanship as well as confident horse handling is essential.

If you have existing saddle fitting education with either the SMS, MSFC, Horse 1st or Saddle Fit 4 Life you may bypass stage 1 and 2 and enter directly at stage 3 however as access is provided to stage 1 & 2 we do strongly suggest this is completed to refresh your memory and gain additional, foundation, saddle specific knowledge however it is not essential.

All qualified Vets and Vet Physios may bypass stage 1 & 2 and gain access directly to level 3. We do strongly recommend completing stage 1 & 2 to provide additional foundation, saddle specific knowledge however it is not essential. Stage 1 &2 content is provided free of charge to all stage 3 students.

No, there is no requirement to make on-going payments to the IASF. The only requirement is to maintain 36 CPD hours annually

All course fees are non-refundable. In line with Distance Selling Regulations once you have started learning with the IASF you will not be eligible for a refund. If you are unhappy with the service provided please contact admin@saddle-academy.com to discuss your concerns and our helpful team will get back to you promptly.

Yes, for our stage 3 course we offer a split payment of 50% at the time of enrolment with the remaining balance due prior to your selected practical training date. To take advantage of this offer please enter code QUALDEPOSIT when selecting your preferred stage 3 practical date. Finance can also be obtained through our partners at Kandoo Finance Other payment options may be offered on a case by case basis. If you are having financial difficulty please contact admin@saddle-academy.com to discuss your options.