Equine Motion Sensor
Equestic SaddleClip
for healthier and more effective training
Learn from the Founder and Equestic riders about the SaddleClip
How does the Equestic SaddleClip work?
The Equestic SaddleClip is more than just a sensor — it is a smart, scientifically validated partner that supports better training, healthier horses, and more informed decision-making.
What can the Equestic SaddleClip measure?
Time spend on each rein
We track exactly how much time you’ve spend on the left or right rein. Because we do this in real time, you can keep track while riding and adjust your training if needed.
Gait analysis
We measure, in real time while riding, how much time you spend walking, trotting and cantering. Now you can make sure you meet your training goals and do what you set out to do.
Number of jumps
During a jumping training we keep track of the number of jumps you do and visualize how many you did from the left or right rein. Now you can make sure your training is balanced.
Rhythm
Each horse has it’s own optimal rhythm. We all strive to find that and to get it as constant as possible. Equestic measures and analyzes tempo per gait (in BPM). You’ll get an insight into your horse’s base tempo and tempo variation.
Intensity
The Equestic App gives you a clear overview of your training intensity per training. Decide on the best training regime for optimum performance and maximum horse welfare.
Elevation
As your horse gets more collected, it will produce more upwards force leading to more elevation. Equestic analyses how this evolves over longer periods of time giving you a more precice objective insight.
Symmetry Analysis
The Equestic SaddleClip measures the symmetry of your horse in three different ways:
- Timing difference based on foot-on and foot-off
- Difference in push-off power
- Difference in impact on landing
This gives much more insight into the symmetry and offers even more possibilities to consciously and effectively train your horse.
It will warn you if one diagonal gets weaker, or when your horse starts throwing itself on one side. Both are indicators of potential injuries or strain. The SaddleClip measures the smallest changes, long before we can feel them.
Why is symmetry so important?
Symmetry is a good indicator of straightness and well-being (physical condition) of the horse and has a great influence on the quality of training. More symmetry means:
- Better rhythm
- Healthier movement
- Better performance in all disciplines
- More print and thus a larger moment of suspension
- The horse is better able to carry the rider and the rider can therefore sit more easily and better
- Less riding problems, the horse can focus better and handle exercises better
- Less stress and less chance of injuries in the horse
If the symmetry starts changing without any apparent reason, that’s usually an indicator something is going on. In the example shown the horse was actually developing a hoof ulcer. The SaddleClip detected that before the rider did. Even with a 10% difference, the horse still looked sound.
How to use symmetry analysis?
Possible causes of deviation in the symmetry can be very diverse. The analysis of the SaddleClip show the facts, but are not a diagnosis of the cause. For that, it is wise to consult with an expert trainer. Possible causes can be:
- Natural skewness horse / crooked horse
- Hidden injuries or strain
- Influence of the rider: Seat, leg, hand
- Influence of tack: bad fitting or crooked saddle, bridle or bit
Which exercises or adjustments can be made to improve the symmetry depends on the possible causes and available solutions. Here too, we advise consultation with an expert trainer.
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Discover what you can do with the Equestic SaddleClip
Explore 12 categories with 101 real-world use cases of the Equestic SaddleClip—designed to support every aspect of training, coaching, horse health, and performance management.
From tracking training progress and improving symmetry to supporting welfare, education, and sustainable horse management, each use case demonstrates how meaningful insights can elevate every ride and every role in the equestrian world.
Competition Season Preparation & Management
- Ensure optimal conditioning without overloading – by tracking fitness buildup pre-season.
- Balance work and recovery phases – by comparing training intensity between prep and peak weeks.
- Detect signs of fatigue or stiffness post-competition – by managing travel and recovery impact.
- Prevent injury during high-stress phases – by monitoring signs of wear during intensive show periods.
- Adapt training between competitions – data-driven recovery and prep based on real output.
- Select the best-fit horse for a specific competition – use performance data (e.g., symmetry, rhythm, endurance) to choose the most competition-ready horse from a group.
- Ensure ethical training practices under pressure – verify that competition prep is balanced and not compromising horse welfare by tracking workload and recovery.
Training & Performance Optimization
- Avoid overtraining or undertraining – by visualizing workload and tracking training intensity over time.
- Quantify improvement across weeks or months – by comparing sessions for progress tracking.
- Validate the effect of new exercises – see if specific exercises improve coordination, rhythm, or engagement.
- Evaluate rider influence on horse biomechanics – by comparing different riders on the same horse.
- Evaluate warm-up efficiency – check how long it takes for the horse to move symmetrically and rhythmically.
- Assess horse’s straightness in movements – identify drift or lack of alignment in dressage or jumping work.
- Develop personalized training programs for horse and rider pairs – use biomechanical data to tailor exercises, intensity, and progression based on the unique movement patterns and interaction of each specific horse-rider combination.
Health & Soundness Monitoring
- Early detection of lameness or irregularity – spot subtle asymmetries before they become visible.
- Monitor recovery from injury – track return to symmetrical movement and balanced loading.
- Identify fatigue in training – catch signs of tiredness through changes in movement quality.
- Prevent overloading one side – spot consistently uneven movement that may lead to strain.
- Support saddle fit checks over time – monitor changes in symmetry that may reveal saddle issues.
Young Horse Development
- Track natural asymmetry in young horses – identify early tendencies and address them in training.
- Evaluate maturity in coordination and rhythm – support age-appropriate training decisions.
- Monitor development of straightness over time – assess when a horse becomes ready for more collected work.
- Prevent early compensatory patterns – ensure the training doesn’t instill unhealthy habits early on.
- Evaluate talent for specific sport disciplines – identify biomechanical traits (e.g., impulsion, symmetry, cadence) suited to dressage, jumping, eventing, or endurance.
- Assess responsiveness to new training stimuli – detect how quickly and effectively a young horse adapts to new aids, exercises, or environments.
- Tune training programs to individual capabilities – adjust exercise types, intensity, and progression based on the horse’s actual coordination, balance, and rhythm.
Coaching & Training Centers
- Remote coaching sessions with data support – rider and coach can analyze data together even at a distance.
- Support solo riding with self-monitoring – combine coach-provided guidance with real-time sensor data to help riders stay on track during independent sessions.
- Enhance rider self-reflection – provide visual feedback beyond “feel” to improve body awareness.
- Provide proof of progress to clients – compare data across multiple training sessions to reveal long-term trends offering objective evidence of development over time.
- Track progress of multiple students and horses over time – maintain structured records of development for each horse-rider pair to support personalized coaching and better scheduling.
- Identify horses needing extra attention or rest – use symmetry and fatigue indicators to flag horses showing early signs of strain or compensation before issues arise.
- Demonstrate effectiveness of the training program to parents or stakeholders – provide objective performance data to validate the center’s coaching approach, improve transparency, and enhance reputation.
Vet & Therapist Use Cases
- Baseline measurement before and after treatment – quantify improvements following physiotherapy, osteopathy, or chiropractic sessions.
- Monitore response to medication or joint injections – detect gait symmetry changes as a response to clinical intervention.
- Detect subtle, early compensatory patterns – identify signs of discomfort before clinical lameness appears.
- Validate rehabilitation milestones – ensure a recovering horse is ready for the next phase (e.g., walk-to-trot work).
- Document progress for insurance or regulatory purposes – use data as supporting evidence for claims or compliance.
- Support objective evaluation during dynamic assessments anf long-term treatment– enhance traditional lameness exams or in-motion evaluations with continuous, high-frequency data.
- Enhance communication among care professionals – share consistent, objective movement data across vet, therapist, coach, and owner teams.
Purchase, Sale & Lease Evaluation
- Pre-purchase movement analysis – provide objective gait and symmetry data to complement vet checks.
- Post-sale training baseline – establish data reference point to track progress in a new home.
- Showcase performance metrics to buyers – back up sales claims with real movement and workload data.
- Scout horses that match a rider’s style or goals – assess if a horse’s natural movement suits dressage, jumping, or endurance disciplines.
- Compare multiple horses for specific roles (e.g., para-equestrian, youth riders, breeding prospects) – use movement and training data to select the most suitable candidate with precision.
Horse Welfare & Ethical Training
- Detect irregularities due to discomfort or tension – by monitoring for stress-related movement changes.
- Evaluate training impact on long-term soundness – ensure methods promote healthy, sustainable movement.
- Support welfare audits in professional settings – provide data to demonstrate humane, balanced training.
- Track seasonal changes in movement quality – spot issues linked to weather, footing, or fitness levels.
- Detect early compensation behavior – prevent chronic strain by identifying compensatory movement patterns.
- Document movement trends for long-term care – provide a history of symmetry and gait quality over time for better healthcare decisions.
- Empower owners to make welfare-informed training choices – increase rider awareness and accountability in horse management.
Benchmarking & Comparative Insights
- Comparing multiple horses in one stable or yard – highlight standout performance or horses needing extra support.
- Benchmarking a horse’s development vs. peers – assess if the horse is ahead, on track, or behind.
- Identifying top potential horses early – spot emerging talent based on biomechanics trends.
- Assessing progress against discipline-specific standards – tailor training to reach dressage, jumping, or endurance goals.
- Tracking development across horses with similar profiles – compare training progress between horses of the same age, breed, or discipline to fine-tune developmental strategies.
- Identifying training gaps or hidden strengths – reveal underperforming areas or exceptional qualities by benchmarking against top-performing horses or targeted standards.
- Facilitating collaborative decision-making across teams – enable data-based discussions between rider, trainer, vet, physio, and owner for unified, informed choices.
Research Use Cases
- Collecting large-scale data for equine biomechanics studies – enable field-based studies with continuous, real-world movement data.
- Testing hypotheses about rider impact on locomotion – quantify rider effects in different gaits, exercises, or saddle fits.
- Analyzing training methodologies and long-term outcomes – correlate training patterns with injury prevention or performance trends across horse populations.
- Comparing traditional vs. modern training techniques – evaluate which approaches lead to better biomechanical balance, symmetry, and progression in real-world riding.
- Analyzing impact of training frequency and structure – determine optimal session length, intensity, and recovery intervals for different horse types and disciplines.
Education Use Cases
- Teaching riders to recognize asymmetry – pair real-time feedback with “feel” to help students understand balance and straightness.
- Demonstrating gait quality and rhythm in lessons – visualize key biomechanics concepts with live data during flatwork or dressage classes.
- Improving rider body awareness through objective data – help students connect how their position affects horse movement.
- Training student coaches in movement analysis – give future instructors tools to objectively assess horse and rider biomechanics.
- Documenting student rider progress – use data to supplement practical exams and individual training plans.
- Introducing data literacy in equestrian education – teach how to interpret and apply sensor data for coaching and care decisions.
- Enriching university-level equine science programs – provide field-based data collection for research projects and coursework.
Equestrian Sustainability Use Cases
- Reducing overtraining and burnout in horses – optimize workload to extend the healthy performance life of each horse.
- Minimizing injury-related downtime – early detection of asymmetries helps prevent serious injuries, reducing medical interventions and rest periods.
- Supporting longer athletic careers through tailored training – personalize plans that preserve horse longevity while maintaining performance.
- Promoting data-driven, ethical breeding decisions – use objective performance and symmetry data to inform breeding selection.
- Supporting sustainable business practices for riding schools and yards – optimize horse use through monitoring to balance workload, wellbeing, and cost.
- Encouraging industry-wide transparency and accountability – standardize metrics for training intensity, welfare, and recovery as benchmarks across organizations.
- Enabling circular knowledge sharing across disciplines – connect vets, coaches, and riders through shared movement data to support a collaborative, sustainable equestrian ecosystem.
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