IF3E - Institut de Formation à l'Ergonomie des Equipements Equins
(EQUINE FITTERS SCHOOL)
Professional training open to all
Train for a new profession:
Become an EQUINE FITTER!!!
A comprehensive training course comprising
BIT and BRIDLE FITTING, as well as BIT LESS FITTING, SADDLE FITTING and BOOT FITTING
A unique training course found nowhere else in the world!
THE TRAINING COURSE STARTS ON SEPTEMBER 2024 TO JUNE!!! One academic year.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Horse Tack Fitter: a real profession
Being a BIT FITTER, this consultant is a professional trained and specialised in advising and adapting horse equipment.
The BIT FITTER adjusts bits, bitless bridles and snaffle bridles.
Concerned about the comfort and well-being of the animal and listening to the owner, the BIT FITTER takes into account the morphology and biomechanics of the horse, the constraints of the discipline as well as the expectations of the rider or the handler in order to provide appropriate advice.
The SADDLE FITTER adjusts saddles and straps to the horse's morphology and the rider's posture.
Finally, the BOOT FITTER adjusts the shoes to the horse according to its heel.
Our philosophy
The Institut de Formation à l'Ergonomie des Equipements is a training centre that allows you to be immersed in the professional environment of the equestrian field. Theoretical but above all practical courses prepare you for jobs related to equine ergonomics. We believe that the experience acquired during practical work is as valuable as the theory! Join our team to acquire the knowledge and skills to start your professional life!
Our training course
Certification training open to all
Practical application of your lessons with internships: equine dentist, osteopath, bit fitter, saddle fitter, etc.
Duration: From september 2024 to june 2025. 332 hours of training, spread over 10 modules and 47 days.
Target audience
- Professionals in the equine industry: osteopaths, farriers, veterinarians, equine dental technicians, riding teachers, saddlers, etc.
- People in retraining.
- Anyone looking for professional training.
- Anyone with a passion for horses who wishes to expand their knowledge.
Conditions of access
- Adult.
- Be able to provide evidence or :
- General Bachelor,
- OR diplom related to the world of horses.
- OR on a per-case basis subject to you being familiar with the approach to horses.
- Payment of the price of 8 500 €.
Title
Objective: Become a professional HORSE TACK FITTER
Job opportunities
IF3E is currently the only training centre in the world to offer training in the new profession of horse tack fitter to help horses feel good in their equipment.
At 3 visits per day or 660 visits per year, it would take a horse tack fitter 1818 years to provide advice on the entire population of horses in France alone...
Components of the training course
Knowledge of the mouth
Anatomy
Bits
Bridles and bitless bridles
Podology
Applied Biomechanics
Biomechanics of locomotion
Saddle Fitting
Conduct of a Consultation
Modern technologies
Riding
schools, rider posture, regulations
Practical and personal work
throughout the training course
Final examination
theory and practical
The program
All the subjects taught start with a theoretical course in the classroom. The lessons are then put into practice with the support of the teacher. Finally, practical work carried out independently by the student, as well as an evaluation, allows us to check the acquisition of knowledge.
Nearly 10 SUBJECTS will be taught to you! Anatomy, Myology, Study of bits and bridles, Podology, Applied biomechanics, Study of different saddles, Leather work, Posturology, Observation of locomotion, Creation and management of a company, Communication, etc.
In order to evaluate your achievements, here are our evaluation methods:
continuous monitoring (at the beginning of each module, checking the knowledge of the previous module)
and final test that includes all the knowledge of the year.
To receive our IF3E qualification, you must get 60% correct answers on all tests.
Possible catch-up in front of a jury.
Everything to make our students competent future professionals!
In-person learning
- Ecuries des Platanes à Estrées-Saint-Denis 60190 (15mn from Compiègne)
- Saumur (49)
- Veurne (Belgique)
Virtual
Some of the courses are held by video conference
Accommodation
Accommodation, meals and transport are at the student's expense.
People with disabilities
Please contact us so that we can make arrangements to offer you adapted solutions.
Benjamin PLESSY
General Director – Farrier specialising in biomechanics and locomotion
Based near Bernay, Benjamin travels throughout Normandy and the Île-de-France region offering his services as an osteopath and farrier specialising in orthopaedics. A qualified professional in these two disciplines, he shares your passion for horses. Benjamin will gladly demonstrate to you the importance of good legs and good osteopathic bases to promote the comfort and the performance of your horses. EVERYTHING is connected, that's why it is important to have a full overview of your athlete!
Géraldine VANDEVENNE
Projects & Development Manager – Bit fitter & Equine Dentist
Géraldine Vandevenne also known as Equibitfit is a Bit Fitter operating in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and abroad. Dentist and Bit Fitter, Géraldine will train you on the importance of observing your horse's mouth as well as the adjustments of the bit and bridle. With many training courses, events, congresses and more to her name, it can be said without exaggeration that that teaching is her strong suit! Moreover, Géraldine coordinates your trainers in order to bring you the best consultants during your professional training and to ensure that you have acquired all the relevant and necessary knowledge by the end of your training course! You will also benefit from her extensive address book to find your internship.
Your registration pathway
You now have access to an online pedagogical platform that will support you throughout the course of your training. You will find
- Your course materials
- Tracking of your intermediate and final test scores
- Tracking of your practical work
- Tracking of your internships with different professionals
Are you looking for professional training with active consultants?
Fill in the form to receive the training programme, the schedule and the registration form. You can attach a document if necessary and specify your project in the message field.
