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The latest news & updates about Julie, plus photos and logos for publication. If you would like to inquire about an interview with Julie, or need additional content, please use the form below to contact Julie's press team.
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The latest news & updates about Julie, plus photos and logos for publication. If you would like to inquire about an interview with Julie, or need additional content, please use the form below to contact Julie's press team.
About Julie
Julie Goodnight established a connection with horses at a young age, and after a successful run as a youth rider on jumping horses,

she galloped her way through college riding race horses. For nearly four decades, she’s been at home in the Colorado Rockies, pursuing wilderness sports and riding cow-horses. 

Founding her training business in 1985, Julie’s reputation as a horse trainer grew far and wide. In 2008, she began producing Horse Master with Julie Goodnight, a popular how-to horse training series that aired weekly for more than a decade, with 260 episodes. 

She now travels the world to produce compelling horse TV, and educates horse owners everywhere through her online training programs at JulieGoodnight.com/Academy

Growing up in the ‘60s on a small horse farm in central Florida, Julie had a connection with horses from a young age. Little did she know that her childhood affinity would blossom into a remarkable career with horses. Now an internationally renowned trainer and clinician, Julie is a rarity in that she has ridden and trained extensively in multiple disciplines, both English and western, working with multiple breeds. Her focus is on classical horsemanship and developing the horse and rider’s relationship.  

Following a successful run as a youth rider on jumping horses, Goodnight headed west to fulfill her dreams of skiing, mountain climbing and white-water paddling. She galloped her way through college on the backs of Thoroughbred race horses, graduating from the University of New Mexico with Magna Cum Laude distinction. After graduation, Julie move to southern Colorado, where she started her horse training business in 1985.

It wasn’t long before Goodnight was known for having a special touch with horses and a gift for teaching people. Her reputation grew, and she began traveling the world to share her unique approach to horse training.

In 2008, Julie began producing the popular TV series, Horse Master with Julie Goodnight, a how-to horse training series that aired weekly on RFD-TV for eleven years. After producing and starring in 260 episodes, Julie has now set her sights on sharing the magical world of horses with a broader audience, through 2Horse Productions, an equine, nature and adventure lifestyle production company.

Julie doing groundwork with a fractious horseJulie is a member of the prestigious Horse & Rider team, and she offers guidance to horse enthusiasts in articles and through clinics and appearances worldwide. Goodnight is a frequent contributor to top horse publications such as Horse & Rider and Horse Illustrated, and the author of a syndicated column reaching more than 20 regional horse publications monthly. She also produces a monthly audio podcast on horse training, offers online educational programs and her On-Demand Videos are among the top go-to training tools for horse owners everywhere.

Goodnight travels both domestically and internationally to teach horsemanship and she was named Exceptional Equestrian Educator by Equine Affaire – one of only three such awards ever given. Goodnight is Spokesperson for the Certified Horsemanship Association, an organization focused on promoting safety and excellence in horsemanship, and she holds their highest level of certification, Master Clinic Instructor.

Goodnight and her husband, Rich Moorhead, a ski-industry professional, reside near Salida, Colorado. In their spare time, they enjoy skiing, boating and riding cow horses.

Julie Goodnight is best known for her show, “Horse Master,” and for her no-nonsense training for riders of all disciplines. Her methods are grounded in natural horsemanship, classical riding, and understanding horse behavior. She teaches at clinics and expos everywhere and offers online education, how-to DVDs, and her own tack and training tools at JulieGoodnight.com. Please welcome, Julie Goodnight.

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Where You Can See Julie

Clinics & Retreats

Improve the relationship between horse & rider, and develop your skills and ability to communicate.

Expos

Talks on horse behavior & arena demos on problems, riding skills, high-level maneuvers & more.

Goodnight is known for her informative and entertaining horse demonstrations and clinics, as well as her compelling lectures and inspiring keynote speeches. She is extremely popular with expo attendees because of her clear, practical, no-nonsense—yet humorous—presentations. With her popular TV show and her expansive social media presence, Goodnight brings a lot of marketing power to the table.

Expo Producers | Choose from fresh and fun clinic and seminar topics, and get all the details about booking Julie—plus, find out how we will advertise for YOU.

Contact Twyla to ask for an expo packet or call (719) 530-0531

Events

See Julie's entire upcoming events schedule, including clinics, retreats, expos & other appearances.

Press Releases

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  • Ride with Julie Goodnight in the Colorado Rockies Fall 2023 May 23, 2023
    Limited Spots Now Available for Clinics at C Lazy U Ranch Rare openings to join Julie Goodnight at the world-famous C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, CO, this October are now available in her Ranch Riding Adventure and Horsemanship Immersion clinics. Get information and make reservations at CLazyU.com “It’s the perfect time of year to be in […]
  • ‘They Happen to Everyone.’ Julie Goodnight Addresses Training Setbacks & What Comes Next May 18, 2023
    Every rider has one thing in common, no matter the horse they ride, discipline, or skill level: the universal experience of setbacks. Julie Goodnight talks about how riders have far more to gain from their training setbacks than they lose in this month’s episode of Ride On with Julie Goodnight. Goodnight has been traveling non-stop […]
  • Equine Affaire in Ohio Continues to Shine: May 3, 2023
    Here’s everything you missed at this spring’s Equine Affaire! On April 13-16, the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus overflowed with horses and horse-lovers as tens of thousands gathered to honor and participate in the 28th annual Equine Affaire! Long celebrated as North America’s premier equine expo and equestrian gathering, Equine Affaire provides the perfect platform […]
  • Dress for Success: ‘It’s Not Just About Looking Good’ April 30, 2023
    Julie Goodnight talks about how to determine what clothing and gear sets the rider and horse up for success–no matter the activity or discipline–in the fifth episode of the “Horse Goals or Bust!” series of her podcast, Ride On with Julie Goodnight. “Rider attire, horse apparel and accessories–it’s not just about looking good,” says Goodnight. […]
  • Horse Goals: Make the Right Training Plan March 31, 2023
    New Episode of Ride On with Julie Goodnight Out Now Julie Goodnight guides listeners through developing a training plan to improve the skills of both horse and rider in the latest episode of the “Horse Goals or Bust!” series of her podcast, Ride On with Julie Goodnight. “Horse Goals or Bust is a year-long plan-of-attack to […]
  • Equine Affaire Is The Horseman’s Gold March 18, 2023
    Come learn about horses and horsemanship in Ohio, April 13-16, 2023 LONDON, OH, March 17, 2023 – Don’t rely on luck alone this year to see you through your show season! Come to Equine Affaire in Ohio to brush up on your horsemanship skills and learn live and in person from the nation’s premier equestrian […]
  • Develop the Right Conditioning Plan for Your Horse February 28, 2023
    New Episode of Ride On with Julie Goodnight Out Now Julie Goodnight discusses equine fitness, and how to tailor a conditioning plan to your horse in the third episode in the “Horse Goals or Bust!” series of her podcast, Ride On with Julie Goodnight. “Nothing worthwhile is easy, and that’s true of getting in better […]
  • Expand Your Horizons With Horses February 1, 2023
    Enjoy all things Equine Affaire in April at the Ohio Expo Center! Did you know that “horse heaven” comes to Columbus once a year? You do now! Elevate your equestrian experience to heavenly heights with Equine Affaire, happening April 13-16, 2023, at the Ohio Expo Center. For more than twenty years, Equine Affaire has reigned […]
  • Julie Goodnight & Troxel Partner to Prevent Traumatic Brain Injury February 1, 2023
    Julie Goodnight’s very personal experience with traumatic brain injury drives her to bring awareness to prevention and safety, and she has again joined forces with Troxel Helmets to reduce head injury for riders. “My 23-year-old son had a nearly fatal motorcycle accident, not wearing a helmet,” says Goodnight. “After weeks in the hospital and a marathon […]
  • Horse Goals: What’s Your Plan of Action? January 24, 2023
    New Episode of Ride On with Julie Goodnight Out Now Julie Goodnight motivates listeners to focus in on their goals, form a plan of action and fulfill their dreams in the second episode of the “Horse Goals or Bust!” series of her podcast, Ride On with Julie Goodnight. “The whole idea of ‘Horse Goals of […]

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