Here at Online for Equine, we take staff development seriously and ensure that our staff are fully qualified to deliver you the best service.
City & Guilds have developed a course to examine applicants on their understanding and ability to correctly fit body protectors and horse riding hats and our very own Victoria Highfield has passed the exam making her one the first eight in the UK to hold such a qualification.
Previous to the City & Guilds qualification, Victoria achieved the BETA Hat & Body Protector Fitting course making her well qualified to fit horse riding safety wear.
Victoria commented 'we want to ensure that our customers are fully informed how important it is to obtain the correct fit of horse riding hat and body protector as safety equipment only offers adequate protection when fitted correctly. With so many online retailers, customers may be tempted to go online for cheaper prices but one key thing to remember is that different brands of hat fit differently; a size seven in one hat will be completely different to a seven in another. Here at Highfield Equestrian, our in store prices match our online prices meaning our customers can buy a correctly fitting hat or body protector with change left over in their purse.'
Victoria's body protector of the month:
"The Airowear Outlyne has been particularly popular this year as it moulds so quickly to your body offering superb freedom of movement and rider comfort. The zip closure front allows for ease of fitting and the sleek design is far more flattering than older models of body protector. I recommend body protectors are worn for all levels as the majority of serious injuries happen in the pleasure riding community, when we are most relaxed, falls can happen!"
Victoria's riding hat of the month:
"The Champion X-Air is a sleek and stunning horse riding hat. With smart velvet outer, this hat is perfect for the pleasure rider or show jumper alike and looks extremely smart on. These hats fit extremely well and as they are available in navy or black, they are suited to all tastes."
If you need assistance with your riding hat or body protector, why not pop in store?
