Equine Ergonomics Collective
Online Saddle Fit Support for Horses and Riders
Equine Ergonomics Collective (EEC) provides online saddle fit assessments and remote saddle fitting support for riders who want to better understand the relationship between the horse, saddle and rider.
EEC is run by Lara van den Berge, Certified Equine Ergonomist, with six years of professional saddle-fitting experience and more than 2,000 hands-on saddle assessments.My approach looks beyond the saddle itself. I consider the horse, rider and saddle as a whole, with equine comfort at the centre of the assessment.I use an evidence-informed, ergonomic approach to consider conformation, posture, saddle fit, rider position and the individual circumstances of each horse and rider.
How Can We Help?
Whether you're unsure where to start or already know what you need, there are three ways to get support from EEC.
Not Sure If An Online Assessment Is Right For You?
Let's talk first.Not every saddle-fitting situation can be assessed effectively online.If you're unsure whether a virtual saddle fit assessment is appropriate for your horse and your particular concerns, you can book a free, no-obligation 15-minute Google Meet conversation.We'll discuss your horse, saddle and situation and determine whether an online assessment is a suitable option.There is no obligation to book an assessment afterwards.
Online Saddle Fit Feedback - $49 USD
For riders who want professional feedback on their horse, saddle and situation without a consultation call.Your submitted information, photographs and videos are reviewed, and you'll receive written feedback on the areas that can be assessed remotely.
Online Saddle Fit Assessment + Consultation - $95 USD
For riders who want a more comprehensive assessment with a one-hour Google Meet discussion of the findings.Your information, photographs and videos are reviewed before the consultation. We'll then work through the findings and your specific concerns together, followed by a written summary.
How The Online Saddle Fit Assessment Works
A simple, structured process.1. Book your assessmentChoose your assessment option and complete payment.2. Receive your intake informationYou'll receive instructions via email explaining the information, photographs and videos required for your remote saddle fit assessment.3. Submit your informationI'll review the information you've provided before your assessment.4. Your assessmentYour information, photographs and videos will be reviewed to provide feedback on your horse, saddle and rider situation.If you have selected the consultation option, we'll meet via Google Meet to discuss the assessment findings and work through your situation together.5. Receive your written findingsFor the $95 Assessment + Consultation, you'll receive a written summary of the findings and our discussion after the consultation.For the $49 Feedback Assessment, you'll receive your written feedback after your information has been reviewed.
EEC Resources - Coming Soon
I'm currently developing a collection of practical saddle fit PDF guides for riders who want to better understand saddle fit, rider fit and the relationship between horse, saddle and rider.These resources will be designed to provide useful information without overwhelming riders with unnecessary technical detail.
EEC guides coming soon
Professional Background
• Founder of Equine Ergonomics Collective and Dynamic Balance Saddle Fitting
• Certified Equine Ergonomist (CEE) Since 2020
• Saddlefit4Life Student Evaluator
• 2024 IAVRPT Speaker, Cape Town - South Africa
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Payment & Refund Terms
Please review the EEC payment and service terms before booking an assessment.
PaymentPayment is required in full to confirm and book an assessment. All EEC assessment prices are quoted in USD.Submitting Your InformationAfter payment, you will receive instructions and an intake form. Please submit the required information, photographs and videos as soon as reasonably possible.Once your information has been submitted, whether partial or complete, the assessment process begins and refunds are no longer available for change of mind or failure to proceed.If you need additional time because of circumstances involving you or your horse, please contact EEC. Reasonable extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Cancellations & Refunds Before SubmissionIf you decide not to proceed before submitting your assessment information, you may request a refund.A 10% cancellation fee will be deducted from the refund amount to cover payment processing, refund processing and currency-conversion costs incurred by EEC.Consultation CancellationsFor the $95 Assessment + Consultation, consultations may be rescheduled when at least 12 hours' notice is given.Cancellations with less than 12 hours' notice, or failure to attend without notice, are not refundable. In the event of a no-show without notice, the written assessment findings will still be provided.Assessment FindingsEEC provides professional feedback based on the information supplied. Refunds are not provided simply because a client disagrees with, is unhappy with, or does not wish to act on the assessment findings.Nothing in these terms limits any consumer rights that cannot legally be excluded.
