Are you passionate about equine welfare and performance?

Do you want to help horses feel and perform their best?

Our comprehensive Equine Bit and Bridle Fitting Consultant Program is the perfect next step. Fully accredited by UK Rural Skills, this high-standard program prepares you to add bit and bridle fitting to your professional toolkit.

Created by leading experts in musculoskeletal health and bit fitting, this in-depth training gives you a well-rounded education, backed by some of the top professionals in the field.

Because we're completely independent of any bit brand, you’ll get unbiased training focused on selecting the right bit for each individual horse—not promoting a particular product.

The course is delivered online through a mix of engaging presentations, educational videos, and detailed training manuals. You’ll complete two written assignments and six real-world case studies, with feedback from our in-house assessor—who is also a professional bit fitter.

By the end, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a trusted advocate for horse comfort and performance through correct bit and bridle fitting.



Who Is This Program For?

This course is ideal for equine professionals or experienced horse owners who are dedicated to improving horse welfare. You’ll need a solid foundation of equine knowledge and a minimum of a high school education to complete the program successfully.

Proper bit and bridle fitting is a vital part of horse health, management, and performance. This course will give you the tools to:

  • Understand the anatomy involved in bit and bridle pressure

  • Identify behavioral signs of discomfort or pain

  • Learn hands-on techniques for fitting and adjusting tack

  • Troubleshoot common problems and create effective solutions

  • Advocate for horse comfort with a holistic approach to care



How Long Does It Take?

Most students complete this 270 hour program in about six months, working through one case study per month. The flexible online format makes it easy to balance with your current work and life commitments.



Ready to Get Started?

Join us and take the next step in your equine journey. You’ll gain practical, in-demand skills and become part of a growing movement focused on thoughtful, compassionate horsemanship.

Enroll today and start making a meaningful impact in the lives of horses—and the people who care for them.

Meet Your Instructor:

Equine Massage Academy Angela Hall

Angela Hall, FISAP, MIRVAP(MT) is the founder of Equine Massage Academy, and author of the book Is My Horse In Pain?. A highly qualified professional with a wealth of international equine therapy and lecturing experience, her love for horses drives her therapy practice and her teaching. Angela draws on her extensive experience in the equine industry across the UK, Europe, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, and the UAE to bring a diverse perspective to EMA. She is constantly exploring ways to improve the human and horse partnership. At the heart of all the EMA courses is improving equine welfare, wellbeing and performance.

Course curriculum

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    1. Lesson 1: Welcome

    2. Lesson 2: Course Handbook

    3. Lesson 3: Compliance Handbook

    4. Lesson 4: Student Agreement

    5. Lesson 5: Student About Me

    1. Lesson 1: Bit and Bridle Fitting

    2. Lesson 2: The Equine Skull

    3. Lesson 3: Bit and Bridle Education Manual

    1. Lesson 1: Comprehensive Bit and Bridle Fitting Guide

    2. Lesson 2: Bit and Bridling Practical Demonstration

    3. Lesson 3: Considerations for Bitless Bridles

    4. Lesson 4: Bit Suitability Ridden Observations

    5. Lesson 5: Additional Helpful Resources

    1. Lesson 1: Bit and Bridle Assessment Skills

    2. Lesson 2: First Assignment

    3. Lesson 3: Second Assignment

    4. Lesson 4: Case Studies

    5. Lesson 5: Building a Bit and Bridle Fitting Business

    6. Lesson 6: Bit and Bridle Fitting Template

About this course

  • $1,550.00
  • 19 lessons

Pricing options

We offer a variety of payment plans to meet your budget

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