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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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  • Grand Meadows Cares Series: One Man’s Obsession With The Equine Digestion Debacle November 20, 2024
    by Nikki Alvin-Smith What’s really going on in your horse’s digestive system? Do you know? Well one man’s obsession with the equine digestive debacle of recent decades has led to a fact-based series of short burst media reels to help inform horse owners. And remarkably, given the usual hard sell and manipulative marketing methods of […]
  • Cowgirl Biz: Empowering Cowgirl Entrepreneurs and Inspiring a ‘Shop Cowgirl’ Revolution November 20, 2024
    Sheridan, WY – Cowgirl Biz, a revolutionary platform connecting and supporting cowgirl entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the success of its business directory and thriving community. With over 1,000 listings and a mission to help the industry “Shop Cowgirl,” Cowgirl Biz is creating exciting new opportunities for collaboration, growth, and visibility. At the core of […]
  • Horse Haven Montana Celebrates its 15th Year Hosting A NEW VISION IN HORSEMANSHIP, the PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN HORSE & HUMAN November 20, 2024
    Missoula, Montana, November 20, 2024 — Horse Haven Montana, an equine rescue, adoption and education organization headquartered in Montana, and the EQUUS INTERNATIONAL Film Festival an outreach and education project of Horse Haven have announced an international equine conference and film festival, next September in Missoula, Montana. A NEW VISION IN HORSEMANSHIP, the PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN […]
  • Mustang Magic Returns to Fort Worth! Don’t Miss This Epic Showcase of Wild Mustangs November 19, 2024
    FORT WORTH, TX — Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend! Mustang Magic 2025 is coming back to the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, January 23-25 at the Will Rogers Coliseum. This event proudly partners with Ag Trust Farm Credit and the Mustang Champions organization. Mustang Magic will feature three days of preliminary competition, culminating […]
  • Brooke USA Bestows 2024 Crystal Award Honoring National Founder Dr. David M. Jones November 19, 2024
    Lexington, KY (November 20, 2024) – Brooke USA is pleased to announce that national founder, global mission volunteer and animal advocate, Dr. David Jones of Asheboro, NC was recently honored with the organization’s Crystal Award. The Crystal Award is Brooke USA’s most prestigious accolade. It recognizes outstanding champions of the organization who have gone above […]
  • IHSA Alum Rowan Love Tops the2024 MZ Farms/USHJA Emerging Athletes ProgramNational Training Session November 19, 2024
    Gladys, Va.—Nov. 19, 2024—Rowan Love emerged as the top athlete among 16 standout participants after four intensive days of riding and stable management at the 2024 MZ Farms/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program National Training Session (EAP), held at Sweet Briar College in Sweet Briar, Virginia, from November 7-10. Love attended the University of Findlay and graduated […]
  • National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame seeking auction items for 2025 “Countdown to the Triple Crown” fundraiser event November 19, 2024
    SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will play host to the third annual “Countdown to the Triple Crown” fundraising event on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. This winter fundraiser, scheduled exactly three months prior to the 151st Kentucky Derby, will feature dozens of silent auction items and an online […]
  • BOSS MARES, INC. PARTNERS WITH FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW & RODEO TO PRESENT 2025 “LEAD THE HERD WORKSHOP” November 19, 2024
    With the goal to meet cowgirl entrepreneurs and business owners where they are already meeting, Boss Mares, Inc. will host the second “Lead the Herd” Workshop on January 18, 2025, during the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth, Texas. The one-day workshop will […]
  • Horse Radio Network Live 7th Holiday Radiothon Livestream by State Line Tack November 18, 2024
    The Horse Radio Network (HRN) is excited to announce its annual Holiday Radiothon, a six-hour live online celebration of all things horse and holiday. The event will take place on Sunday, December 1st from 3 to 9 PM Eastern on the Horse Radio Network YouTube channel.  Brought to you by State Line Tack, Kentucky Performance […]
  • Cash In Now – Fill Your Content Stocking With Engaging Articles November 15, 2024
    The holiday season is here and it’s time to spread good cheer. So how about taking advantage of this holiday special to stock up your content ‘stocking’ with fresh, unique and on point, on time, and in stock feature articles from seasoned equestrian writer, Nikki Alvin-Smith. There are a wide variety of topics to choose […]

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