VIC - Region 2
Northern Victoria
Kim joined Performance Saddlefits with an extensive equestrian background including as an accomplished rider herself across a number of disciplines.
She is an NCAS qualified instructor and an equine sports massage therapist which provides her with excellent insight into equine anatomy and how this plays out in the ridden horse.
Kim is working towards her Society of Master Saddlers UK saddle fitting qualification under the mentorship of Paula Jeffe
VIC - Region 3 & 4
Western Victoria & Geelong
Cassie is based in Western Victoria and has had a true passion for riding in all forms from a very young age. Her experience has given her an in-depth appreciation and interest in anatomy and biomechanics leading to studying with Equinology and completing a horse dissection workshop. She is currently working towards her Society of Master Saddlers Qualification under her mentor, Paula Jeffery.
Cassie meticulous in her work and strives to have every horse and rider feeling balanced and comfortable and understands how important correct saddle fit is for our horse's health and our riding goals.
VIC - Region 1 & 5
Central North Victoria Macedon Ranges
Currently, Karly is dedicated to expanding her knowledge and skills in equine health by studying an International Diploma in Equine Osteopathy. Her commitment to understanding the intricacies of equine anatomy, biomechanics and the physical relationship between rider and horse in the saddle, is testament to her pursuit of excellence in equine welfare. Karly is currently working towards her certification with the Society of Master Saddle Fitters under the mentorship of Paula Jeffery.
TAS - Region 2
Southern Tasmania
Jenny believes that a well-fitted saddle is crucial for the comfort and performance of both horse and rider. Her goal is to provide personalized saddle fitting services to ensure the best fit for each unique partnership. Jenny is dedicated to continuous learning and improvement in the field of saddle fitting to better serve the equestrian community and is working towards her Society of Master Saddlers UK saddle fitting qualification under the mentorship of Paula Jeffery.
SA - REGION 1
Northern South Australia
With a riding background in cross country, show jumping, showing and hunting Steph has experience in a wide range of equine pursuits. Her thoroughbred mare, Diva, took her down the path of saddle fitting and Steph is now pursuing her Qualified Saddle Fitter certification with the UK Society of Master Saddlers under the mentorship of renowned saddle fitter, Paula Jeffery.
She is also undertaking the Equinology Equine Biomechanics course to fully understand how the horse’s body works which will be a big asset in her saddle fitting.
Steph is now servicing the northern South Australia region including the Clare Valley and Yorke Peninsula which are areas that have previously struggled to provide regular saddle fitting appointments.
QLD
South East QLD
Sarah is a passionate horse lover and rider and is now servicing SE Queensland with Performance Saddlefits and is working towards becoming a Qualified Saddle Fitter with the Society of Master Saddlers in the UK.
Sarah is positioned to help both the rider and the horse and has a keen interest in rider and horse biomechanics.
NSW-REGION 1
Northern NSW
Cassie is presently pursuing her Registered Saddle Fitter certification with the esteemed UK Society of Master Saddlers. Additionally, she is diligently training to become a qualified dressage judge.
Cassie takes immense pride in educating her clients about the importance of recognising and addressing saddle fit issues. Understanding that an ill-fitting saddle can cause discomfort and even long-term damage to both horse and rider, she strives to impart knowledge and awareness to ensure the well-being of these magnificent animals.
FOUNDER
Head Office
Paula Jeffery, is a Registered Qualified Saddlefitter with the UK Society of Master Saddlers in Australia.
Along with 2 other Saddlefitting Qualifications, Paula is a highly experienced rider and trainer; an EFA General Level 1 Coach, AHRC Level 1 Coach and Assessor, riding for 30 yrs and coaching for 23 yrs, with 7 years of those training and competing overseas in UK and Europe as a dressage rider at FEI level.
NSW-REGION 2 and 3
Southern Sydney, Blue Mountains & Southern Highlands Region
Vi passed all of the French riding federal diplomas up until the teaching certification. She dabbled in jumping, cross country, a bit of horse ball and polo, but dressage has always been her true love.
Vi met Paula when she was looking for a new dressage saddle for her friesian stallion, and that meeting inspired her to make a total career change to help improve horses's welfare and horse and rider harmony by finding the best saddle fit solution for both horse and rider, something she is really passionate about.
She is training and is being mentored for the Society of Master Saddlers Saddle Fitting accreditation by Paula Jeffery, who is herself a Registered Qualified Saddlefitter with the UK Society of Master Saddlers in Australia.
Vi covers the Southern Sydney region.
NSW-REGION 4
Southern NSW & ACT
Jessica Wardell, or Jess as she is known mostly, has been in love with horses since she was a toddler, her cousins owned and raced Standard breds and they also had riding horses on the family farm so she was always pestering them for rides.
Jess attended pony club from a young age and has competed in dressage, showjumping and showing. She currently owns three horses which are her pride and joy.
Jess is currently studying for her UK qualification as a Master Saddle fitter, as well as a qualification in Equine Massage Therapy and Photonics Therapy.
VIC-REGION 2
Southern Victoria
Zoe Manning is a Society of Master Saddlers UK qualified Fitter.
As a Human and Equine Acupuncturist, Zoe was constantly being confronted with the long-reaching effects of ill-fitting saddles for both horse and rider. The correlation between back pain, compensatory posture and saddle fit issues soon became obvious. This spurred her to learn as much as she could about how the saddle affects the biomechanical health of the equine/human relationship.
SA - Region 2
Southern South Australia
Nichole is a registered veterinarian currently practising in the Adelaide Hills and has spent her entire life surrounded by horses. With her background she is passionate about ensuring our equipment suits both horse and rider anatomy so the pair can work comfortably and effectively as a team – optimising horse comfort and welfare.
WA
Western Australia
Andrea Quarrell, working towards her qualification as a qualified fitter through Society of Master Saddlers in the UK.
Inspired to become and Saddle fitter and is Passionate about helping others. Having a horse that was hard to find the right saddle for has created a journey for Andrea to making a happy rider and happy horse and getting horse owners out there riding and enjoying our horses.
NSW-REGION 5
Mid North Coast & Hunter
Tara’s interest in Equitation Science, Rider and Horse Biomechanics and the importance of correct saddle fit to ensure horses perform at their best, has lead her on the journey to become a saddle fitter. Heading overseas in June 2022 with the rest of the team she trained with some of our Italian and English manufacturers and successfully completed her Society of Master Saddlers flocking course and exams. Tara continues to work under guidance and mentorship of Paula Jeffery, founder of Performance Saddlefits, with the aim to become a SMS qualified saddle fitter. She is looking forward to assisting and educating horse owners from all disciplines to find a saddle solution for both the horse and rider.
TAS - Region 1
Northern Tasmania
Gaylen covers the northern area of Tasmania
MANAGER
Performance Saddlefits Store
Lyn is a Society of Master Saddlers UK qualified saddle fitter who has retired from full time fitting.
Lyn was previously the Performance Saddlefits SA saddle fitter, retiring in 2019, and now dedicates her time to research on saddle fit and saddle fit related products. In October, 2020 Lyn became manager of the online store which specialises in products that have purpose and specific function to assist with minor saddle fit issues. Lyn has a raft of knowledge on saddle fit, anatomy and biomechanics and holds 2 saddle fitting qualifications and thus is able to give horse owners sound advice on their needs.
