HorseGrooms MeetUp at Diamante Farms
Tuesday, December 16, 6 to 7:30 PM | Wellington, FL
The 2025 Wellington season begins with an important and highly practical topic. Saddle fit affects every horse, in every discipline, and grooms play a key role in recognizing when something is not right. This first MeetUp of the season, presented by Stübben North America, will give grooms and other equestrians the tools they need to assess saddle fit with confidence and clarity.
Understanding saddle fit is not just about comfort. It is directly connected to a horse’s performance, movement, behavior, and long-term health. A well-fitting saddle allows the horse to use its body correctly. A poor fit can create tension, soreness, resistance, and even injury. Knowing what to look for, and how to respond, makes a meaningful difference in the wellbeing of the horses in your care.
This workshop is designed to be clear, practical, and hands-on. The goal is simple: to offer knowledge that helps you make good decisions at home and at the show, and to help you know when to call a professional for support.
What You Will Learn
Basic anatomy related to saddle fit
We begin with a simple explanation of the horse’s structure and how it affects saddle placement, balance, and comfort. Understanding the underlying anatomy makes the rest of the process easier and more logical.
How to palpate the horse
Participants will learn how to feel for sensitivity, tension, or uneven development. These findings often reveal saddle fit issues long before they show up in performance problems.
A groom’s checklist for proper saddle fit
We will walk through key points such as tree width, wither clearance, balance, and panel contact. You will learn how to evaluate whether the saddle and horse are working in harmony.
Warning signs of poor saddle fit
From small changes in behavior to visible soreness, we will discuss what to watch for, why it matters, and what those signs might indicate.
Solutions and next steps
You will learn what adjustments you can safely try yourself, when and how pads can help, and when it is necessary to call a qualified saddle fitter. The goal is to ensure a practical understanding that supports the daily work of caring for horses.
Who Should Attend?
This MeetUp is ideal for grooms, riders, barn managers, working students, and anyone who wants a clearer understanding of how saddle fit affects a horse’s wellbeing. The information is straightforward and actionable, with no guesswork and no gimmicks.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 6 to 7:30 PM
Location: Diamante Farms, 11223 Acme Rd, Wellington, FL
Cost: Free and open to everyone.
RSVP: Inside the HorseGrooms Community or via this Google Form for non-community members.
Food and beverages: generously provided by Stübben NA
We look forward to welcoming you at Diamante Farms for an educational start to the season and an evening focused on knowledge, horsemanship, and the wellbeing of the horse.
Stübben is a fifth-generation equestrian company founded in 1894 in Krefeld, Germany. Known worldwide for its craftsmanship, sustainable materials, and dedication to the welfare of both horse and rider, Stübben produces high-quality saddles along with bridles, bits, girths, spurs, and other tack. Their approach blends traditional leatherwork with modern innovation, including features that support balance, comfort, and freedom of movement for the horse. Stübben North America, the company’s North American division, brings this legacy to riders, trainers, and grooms across the continent with a strong focus on education and practical horsemanship.
