Bit & Bridle Fit Consultation

Specialist consultations with Sarah are available at your yard, or during clinics at EquiMotion HQ in Stafford. We carry a wide range of English leather bridles including Evo Equine, Horsemanship Saddlery, Henry James, Expert Bits and Premier Equine - collectively offering over 50 styles of headpiece we really can provide a bespoke service.

We like to keep the bitting side of things simple, and only work with manufacturers who have the welfare of your horse at heart. We stock a full range of Neue Schule, Bomber Bits, Winderen, Abbey Bits and will soon be able to offer Fager and Sprenger.

We are not affiliated with any specific brand, nor do we receive any commission, so there is no pressure for you to buy anything on the day. We simply recommend the products that are the most appropriate fit and meet the needs of you and your horse.

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The Benefits of Booking an EquiMotion Consultation

Horse Comfort

A correctly fitting bit and bridle are essential as they prevent unnecessary pressure points on the horse's head, or pain the mouth, promoting comfort and relaxation during riding sessions, and remove the risk of any related injuries occurring.

Safety & Control

A correctly fitting bit and bridle are essential, to promote clear communication and responsiveness between the rider's aids and the horse's actions, facilitating precise handling and reducing the risk of accidents or loss of control during ridden sessions.

Performance

A correctly fitting bit and bridle are essential for horse performance as they optimize comfort, allowing for proper alignment of the horse's head, neck and spine, facilitating efficient biomechanical movement, and ultimately enhancing the horse's stride length, balance, and overall performance.

Ridden Problems

A correctly fitting bit and bridle help to reduce ridden problems by providing comfort and facilitating clear communication between the rider and horse, resulting in fewer instances of resistance, discomfort, and behavioural issues during riding.

Consultation Pricing & Booking

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What Happens During a Bit & Bridle Consultation?

Understanding the Horse's History: The consultation begins with a thorough discussion of the horse's history, including any current ridden issues, in order to help establish your goals for the appointment.

Assessing Conformation and Muscular Development: A comprehensive evaluation of your horse's conformation and muscular development from a therapeutic basis, follows. This step offers insights into how your horse utilises its body and can help identify any areas of asymmetry or imbalance that may impact bit and bridle fit.

Full Assessment of Head and Mouth Conformation: Next, a detailed assessment of your horse's head and mouth conformation is conducted. This evaluation aids in determining the most suitable bridle and/or bit options, taking into account factors such as head shape, mouth anatomy conformation, and dental considerations.

Reviewing Current Bit and Bridle Setup: If applicable Sarah will then review your horse's current bit and bridle setup, analysing its fit and potential impact on your horse's comfort and performance. This step highlights any areas for improvement or adjustments that may be necessary.

Trial of Appropriate Bits and Bridles: Based on the findings from the assessment, appropriate bits, bridles, and setups are trialled, with continuous assessment of your horse's biomechanics, behaviour and rider feedback noted with each change.

Providing Personalised Recommendations: At the conclusion of the appointment, Sarah will offer her personalised recommendations for your horse. You will be under no pressure to buy anything on the day, Sarah can provide the details of the products she recommends so that you may source them, or alternatively she can order them for delivery directly to you, if stock isn't available at the time.

Consultation Costs

Combined Initial Bitting and Bridle Fitting Consultation Costs £80 (1.5-3 hours)

Follow Up Bitting Only Consultation (within two years) £60

Stable Only Bit and Bridle Fit Consultation £60

A stable only consultation is ideal for a young horse, not yet started under saddle, or perhaps a horse coming back into work following time off for injury, where it is imperative that the education or movement is not hindered in any way due to bit and bridle fit. The horse is not seen ridden, but purely assessed on its head and mouth anatomy.

Bridle Fit Only (No bit assessment) £50

Please note that travel costs may be added to your consultation fee, for all appointments outside of a 25 mile radius of ST18. Whenever feasible, trips will be combined or shared to minimise travel expenses.