Movie Horses of the Bluegrass at Double Dan Horsemanship

This tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience with a behind the scenes look at what goes into training horses for film, television and entertainment.

Featuring horses of various sizes and breeds this tour is best for guests wanting to get up close and personal and learn about the training of horses with careers in the limelight.

WHAT YOU’LL SEE You’ll meet a wide variety of horses—including ponies, Percherons, off-track Thoroughbreds, Netflix-featured stunt horses, World Equestrian Games athletes, and horses imported from Spain and Australia. Horses on this tour have appeared in campaigns for Versace, Vogue, and US Weekly, and have performed in a range of television shows, films, and live productions.

BEST FOR Open to all ages and kid-friendly, this tour is ideal for horse lovers of all levels—whether you’re a curious first-timer, casual fan, or committed equestrian—looking for an experience that’s educational, interactive, and unlike anything else in Kentucky’s Horse Country.

ON THE TOUR Guests will be walking and standing throughout parts of the tour.

Your tour will begin in the training barn, where you’ll learn about the history of this family-owned farm, the mission of Double Dan Horsemanship, and the style of training used to prepare horses for high-level performance and entertainment work. You’ll gain insight into how horses are selected, trained, and prepared for careers in both competition and the spotlight.

Next, you’ll explore several key training areas on the farm—including the arena, the Liberty Chamber, the indoor round pen, and the outdoor round pen—each designed to serve a specific role in the Liberty training process.

The tour concludes with a guided walk through the performance horse barn, where you’ll meet elite equine athletes and hear the stories behind their accomplishments on the stage, screen, and in the arena.

Please wear closed-toed shoes and dress for the weather. This tour is suitable for all ages and photos and videos are encouraged! We are an active working horse farm, so closed toed shoes are strongly advised. We operate rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. Note: We will not operate tours if lightning is present.

ABOUT DOUBLE DAN HORSEMANSHIP

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Double Dan Horsemanship is a world-renowned equine training facility located in Midway, Kentucky, known for producing elite performance horses for film, television, live entertainment, and international competition. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Dan and Elizabeth James, the farm is home to a diverse group of equine athletes—from off-track Thoroughbreds and miniature trick ponies to Freestyle Reining Champions and Spanish imports. Dan James has performed at some of the most prestigious venues around the world, including the World Equestrian Games, Run for a Million, Equitana, The American Performance Horseman, and the Calgary Stampede. He has also trained horses featured in campaigns for Vogue, Versace, and major television productions such as Heartland and The Abandons.

Today, the farm serves as both a professional training center and a tourism destination, offering behind-the-scenes experiences that give visitors an inside look at Liberty training, stunt preparation, and the daily routines of horses working at the highest levels of sport and entertainment. With a strong focus on communication, connection, and versatility, Double Dan Horsemanship invites guests to experience a truly unique side of Kentucky horse country.

We also welcome larger groups, corporate gatherings, private shows, interactive experiences as well as meet and greet’s with our herd. Let us know if we can accommodate your next event with a customizable experience!