Our horses are our heroes—they carry us, trust us, and give us their best ride after ride. They deserve equipment that honors that partnership.
The ancient Greeks believed in a paradise called the Elysian Fields, a place reserved for heroes. Don't we all crave that for our horses? Moving freely, comfortably, performing at their best. That's the experience proper saddle fit creates—not just the absence of pain, but the presence of ease, power, and joy in movement.
Saddle fitting shouldn't be hard, confusing, or stressful. At Elysian Saddlery, I bring professional expertise directly to your barn, making it simple to give your horse the comfort and freedom they need to truly shine. Whether you're troubleshooting a saddle that doesn't quite work, exploring your next saddle purchase, or maintaining fit with a routine fit check, reflocking, and repair, I'm here to guide you with clarity, honesty, and care.
My name is Brittany Hunter. I'm a lifelong equestrian specializing in dressage with over two decades of experience competing as an adult amateur and many years spent studying classical horsemanship and biomechanics. My journey into professional saddle fitting grew from watching and feeling horses transform when their tack truly fit them—and from the frustration of navigating saddle purchases without skilled, impartial guidance.
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As an avid rider, I'm bringing up my next young horse under the guidance of Kimberly Dunlap, Suzanne Galdun, and Katie Hiller. This gives me a unique perspective on the challenges that serious riders face, especially amateurs juggling career, life, and horses. I love working with riders of all levels and english disciplines. (I don't fit western yet -- but hope to learn someday!)​​
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Qualifications
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Graduate of North American Saddlery School Saddle Fitting & Onsite Flocking Course
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Trainee under guidance of North American Saddlery School
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200+ coursework hours in leathercrafting, equine anatomy, biomechanics, and saddle fitting principles through The Equine Institute, Online Academy of Equine Science, The Masterson Method, and others
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Happy owner of 4 equines ranging in age from 9 to 25 and size from 14.1 hands to 16.2 hands -- I know the struggle of a hard-to-fit-horse!
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​I work on all brands and styles of english saddle -- I do not work on sales commission or have loyalty to a particular company. If it's safe and it fits, that's the most important thing!
Saddle Fitting Services
Saddle Fit Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment of your current saddle and your horse's conformation, movement, and musculature. Evaluation of rider conformation and saddle fit as well. Empathetic, educational approach.
Adjustments, Reflocking, and Repair
I modify your saddle's flocking onsite to optimize fit and comfort as your horse develops or changes through training and conditioning. I also do billet replacements, full reflock, panel conversions, stitching repairs, and more!
Consignment and Saddle Purchases
I will help you source and choose a new or used saddle, respecting your budget and needs. I also accept consignments, so that saddles can move along to their next home.
Get in Touch
I offer saddle fitting services in Michigan and the surrounding area.
616-617-3021
