Saddle
Fit and Flocking Certification Program
REQUIREMENTS:
It is required that all applicants
attend an introductory seminar such as our "Introduction to
Saddle Fitting",
an intro class offered by another program or has had previous training
from a saddle company in product/fitting.
Basic understanding of the horses anatomy is a must. Before
the first day of class, the student must be able to name and locate
the general superficial muscle, deep muscles, joints and bony landmarks.
Required readings and 1st months preparation material will be sent
with confirmation and receipt of application and deposit.
Experience around horses is required. The student must feel comfortable
palpating, grooming, picking up feet, leading and trotting the
horse on the line etc.
If you have no prior experience around horses and want to apply
you may. But, we may refer you to another schools shorter program
to get you feeling comfortable around horses and then you may re-apply.
(Keep an eye on the calendar for upcoming intro class dates).
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Due to the way this program is set up, you MUST have the time to
commit and complete the hands on and academic requirements. IF
you foresee ANY reason that you might not be able to complete the
requirements or you are not a self starter or motivated for a course
that requires independent study. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.
We move at a fast pace, explain thoroughly and expect the student
to keep up. If you cannot find people in your area to intern/extern/observe
with, please contact us and we may be able to refer you to some.
The student MUST HAVE ACCESS to fitter for observation hours, horses
for case studies, a facility to complete volunteer hours and preferably
computer access for student/teacher correspondence and research.
Contact Mike at mscott@saddleguy.com for acceptance.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM:
Classes
are held for 4 day sessions (3 different meetings) usually Wed.-
Sat. in order to have a Sat. night stay (if necessary) for cheaper
flights, enjoy a Sun. return home and time to settle into your
daily routine. Classes are 10am - 5pm.
The second week long
session is held approx. 3 months from the 1st session.
The final
session will be approx. 3 months from the 2nd session. Between
the meetings, the student must meet course requirements (see table
below).
There will be 3 packets sent to the specified instructor
for careful monitoring. During specified segments, the
requirements will be:
10 case studies (total 30)
10 intern/extern hours (total 30)
5 volunteer hours and research project time (total 15).
Classroom hours, homework, research etc.
|
130 |
| Internships |
30 |
| Documented case studies |
30 |
| Volunteer Hours |
15 |
| Presentation and preparation of class project, final written
test and final practical test |
15 |
| Approximate Total |
220 |
Investment $3750.00 Bank Check or Money Order payable to:
Mike Scott |
OUTLINE:
Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology and Saddle Fit and Flocking
Technique are taught at every class meeting and are emphasized
throughout all hands on work. Innovative methods are used to help
the student learn these topics in a fun, intuitive and easy to
retain fashion.
PRESENTATIONS:
Guest speakers may be asked to present
their area of expertise from time to time. This could include but
not be limited to: massage therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic,
lameness evaluation and awareness. Also emphasized will be the
importance of ethics, boundaries, business practices and ways to
effectively communicate and set up a referral network with other
equine professionals. In the past we have had DAVID YOUNG, MASTER SADDLER & SADDLE FITTER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE, KERRY RIDGWAY D.V.M. HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN & SADDLE FITTER 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE,
INSTRUCTOR:
MIKE SCOTT, LMT
HUMAN & EQUINE THERAPIST
&
SADDLE FITTER
20 YEARS EXPERIENCE
***SaddleFit***
2008
Saddle Fit & Flocking Course
Nov. 12 - 15, 2008 (SC)
Feb. 11 - 14, 2008 (SC)
May 13 - 16, 2008 (SC)
REFUND POLICY
• A $1250.00 deposit is required at time of application.
• Final $2500 payment is due in full 1 month prior to the
beginning of class.
• In the event that The Saddle Fitting and Flocking
School needs to cancel (highly unlikely) before
the class starts a full refund will be issued.
• If you must withdraw up to 30 days before class,
you will receive a full refund minus $150.00 administraion fee.
• If you must withdraw within the month before
class, you will receive NO refund. If in the
event of an emergency, we will make every effort
to apply your tuition to an upcoming class
that is agreeable to both parties.
• We keep the class enrollments small to insure proper attention. For this
reason, it is difficult to take people in at the last minute. Please apply well
in advance to be prepared. This also makes it difficult if not impossible to
fill a slot in the event of someone withdrawing at the last minute.
NO REFUND given. If the student needs to make up classes, retest or require any tutors additional time, there will be a fee assesed that will go directly to the instructor.
Life throws many curve balls but this course is designed to cover all material necessary to complete. Instructors are committed only to the time involved during the course.
For Information and Application Contact Mike at:
Mike Scott
809 Kirkwood Circle
Camden, SC 29020
803-422-5894 or
e-mail: mscott@saddleguy.com
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