2024 LIBERTY FESTIVAL
CLINICIANS

DON'T MISS THE LIBERTY EVENT OF THE YEAR

BEN ATKINSON

ATKINSON ACTION HORSES

AMBER MARSHALL

FROM THE HIT SHOW
"HEARTLAND"

STEVE ROTHER

ROTHER HORSEMANSHIP

  • WHEN: October 10th - 13th, 2024
  • WHERE: Alltech Arena (Kentucky Horse Park)
  • WHAT: The Liberty Event of the Year
  • WHEN: October 10th - 13th, 2024
  • WHERE: Alltech Arena (Kentucky Horse Park)
  • WHAT: The Liberty Event of the Year

AMBER MARSHALL

Amber is a Canadian actress and a role model for many, captivating audiences worldwide as Amy Fleming on the acclaimed television drama, "Heartland." This beloved series, has been a household favorite for over a decade. Amber's deep connection with horses, lends authenticity to her portrayal of a cowgirl who intuitively heals troubled horses. Her performance has resonated deeply with the show's global fanbase for more than 15 years. In addition to her acting career, Amber manages her own jewelry and merchandise line, and proudly publishes her magazine, Amber Marshall Life & Style. 

AMBER MARSHALL - LIBERTY FESTIVAL APPEARANCES

Saturday, October 12th

  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Movie Magic Demo
  • 12:30 - 2:30 PM (Liberty Lounge): Ticketed Meet & Greet (LIMIT: 60 guests)
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4 H'er?' Charity Game Show 
  • 5:00 - 6:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena):  Liberty Festival Featured Night Show - Darkness to Light 

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championships Awards & Photo
  • 10:15 - 11:15 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Special Session - Ladies of Liberty
  • 11:15 - 12:45 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 1:00 - 2:00 PM (Main Arena): Amber Marshall & Liberty Demo
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table
  • 4:00 PM (Volunteers Room):  Volunteer Party & Photo

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view our complete schedule, please click the link below!

Saturday, October 12th

  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Movie Magic Demo
  • 12:30 - 2:30 PM (Liberty Lounge): Ticketed Meet & Greet (LIMIT: 60 guests)
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4 H'er?' Charity Game Show 
  • 5:00 - 6:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena):  Liberty Festival Featured Night Show - Darkness to Light 

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championships Awards & Photo
  • 10:15 - 11:15 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Special Session - Ladies of Liberty
  • 11:15 - 12:45 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 1:00 - 2:00 PM (Main Arena): Amber Marshall & Liberty Demo
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table
  • 4:00 PM (Volunteers Room):  Volunteer Party & Photo

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view our complete schedule, please click the link below!

BEN ATKINSON

Ben is a renowned movie horse trainer, who has built a stellar reputation in the entertainment industry for his exceptional skills in training horses for the big screen. Born in the United Kingdom, Ben comes from a family of horse trainers and riders, and grew up around horses, developing a deep love and understanding of these magnificent animals. Over the years, he has trained horses for some of the biggest productions in the world, including "War Horse", "Robin Hood", "Poldark", and "Peaky Blinders." Ben's unique approach to horse training focuses on building a strong bond and mutual trust between horse and rider, which evident in the seamless and realistic performance he helps to create. His dedication and passion for his craft have earned him a reputation as one of the most skilled and sought-after trainers in the industry today. 

BEN ATKINSON - LIBERTY FESTIVAL APPEARANCES

Friday, October 11th

  • 9:00 - 10:00 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Autograph Session
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 2:15 - 3:15 PM (Liberty Lounge): Advancing Liberty Panel with Dan James- Combining High Level Dressage & Reining Maneuvers With The Art of Liberty 

Saturday, October 12th

  • 8:45 - 9:30 AM (ILHA Booth): Autograph Signing Session
  • 11:00 - 12:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4 H'er?' Charity Game Show
  • 3:45 - 4:45 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 5:00 - 6:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Festival Featured Night Show - Darkness to Light

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championship Photos & Awards
  • 11:00 - 12:00 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Demo
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table 

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view our complete schedule, please click the link below!

Friday, October 11th

  • 9:00 - 10:00 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Autograph Session
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 2:15 - 3:15 PM (Liberty Lounge): Advancing Liberty Panel with Dan James- Combining High Level Dressage & Reining Maneuvers With The Art of Liberty 

Saturday, October 12th

  • 8:45 - 9:30 AM (ILHA Booth): Autograph Signing Session
  • 11:00 - 12:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4 H'er?' Charity Game Show
  • 3:45 - 4:45 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 5:00 - 6:15 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Festival Presented Night Show - Darkness to Light

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championship Photos & Awards
  • 11:00 - 12:00 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Demo
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table 

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view our complete schedule, please click the link below

BEN ATKINSON

Ben is a renowned movie horse trainer, who has built a stellar reputation in the entertainment industry for his exceptional skills in training horses for the big screen. Born in the United Kingdom, Ben comes from a family of horse trainers and riders, and grew up around horses, developing a deep love and understanding of these magnificent animals. Over the years, he has trained horses for some of the biggest productions in the world, including "War Horse", "Robin Hood", "Poldark", and "Peaky Blinders." Ben's unique approach to horse training focuses on building a strong bond and mutual trust between horse and rider, which evident in the seamless and realistic performance he helps to create. His dedication and passion for his craft have earned him a reputation as one of the most skilled and sought-after trainers in the industry today. 

BEN ATKINSON - LIBERTY FESTIVAL APPEARANCES

Friday, October 11th

  • 9:00 - 10:00 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Autograph Session
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 2:15 - 3:15 PM (Liberty Lounge): Advancing Liberty Panel with Dan James- Combining High Level Dressage & Reining Maneuvers With The Art of Liberty 

Saturday, October 12th

  • 8:45 - 9:30 AM (ILHA Booth): Autograph Signing Session
  • 11:00 - 12:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4 H'er?' Charity Game Show
  • 3:45 - 4:45 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 5:00 - 6:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Festival Featured Night Show - Darkness to Light

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championship Photos & Awards
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view the complete schedule, please click the link below!

STEVE ROTHER

From an early age, Steve's passion for horses was unparalleled. This passion fueled his journey for knowledge, leading him to travel across the country to learn from some of the greatest horsemen of all time, including the legendary Ray Hunt. The culmination of this extensive mentorship and his work with thousands of horses and riders over the past 30 years forms the foundation of Rother Horsemanship and Liberty Programs. Steve is dedicated to helping individuals build a better relationship with their horses. He has crafted a simple, step-by-step program that caters to all breeds and disciplines, and is accessible to riders of any skill level. His training methods are in high demand across the country, empowering countless individuals to achieve their horsemanship dreams. 

STEVE ROTHER - LIBERTY FESTIVAL APPEARANCES

Friday, October 11th

  • 9:00 - 10:00 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Autograph Session
  • 11:30 - 1:00 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 1:15 - 2:15 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 3:15 - 3:45 PM (Horsemanship Lounge): Liberty Training Q & A

Saturday, October 12th

  • 8:45 - 9:30 AM (ILHA Booth): Autograph Signing Session
  • 11:00 - 12:00 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4-H'er?'  Charity Game Show
  • 5:00 - 6:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party 
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Festival Featured Night Show - Darkness to Light

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championship Photos & Awards
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view our complete schedule, please click the link below!

Friday, October 11th

  • 9:00 - 10:00 AM (VIP Lounge): VIP Autograph Session
  • 11:30 - 1:00 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Q & A Lunch
  • 1:15 - 2:15 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 3:15 - 3:45 PM (Horsemanship Lounge): Liberty Training Q & A

Saturday, October 12th

  • 8:45 - 9:30 AM (ILHA Booth): Autograph Signing Session
  • 11:00 - 12:00 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 3:00 - 3:45 PM (Main Arena): 'Are You Smarter Than A 4-H'er?'  Charity Game Show
  • 5:00 - 6:30 PM (VIP Lounge): VIP Party 
  • 7:00 - 8:30 PM (Main Arena): Liberty Festival Featured Night Show - Darkness to Light

Sunday, October 13th

  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Main Arena): ILHA Championship Photos & Awards
  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM (Main Arena): Liberty Clinic
  • 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Main Arena): Real Talk Round Table

LIBERTY FESTIVAL 2024 SCHEDULE

To view our complete schedule, please click the link below!

PREVIOUS PRESENTING CLINICIANS 

Ty Murray

Seven-time world champion, Hall of Fame inductee, and pioneer in bridleless and liberty riding. As a true expert in horsemanship, Ty continues to inspire audiences globally. 

Ben Atkinson

Renowned movie horse trainer from the UK, known for training horses for blockbuster films like "War Horse" and "Peaky Blinders," emphasizing on trust for realistic performances.

Dan James

Two-time World Champion Colt Starter and Freestyle Reining Pro, he's elite horsemanship and unique training techniques has earned features in major films and publications like Vogue and Country Music Weekly.

Warwick Schiller

Native to Australia, Schiller is a world-renowned horse trainer known for his innovative approach to horsemanship, fostering trust and understanding.

Pat Parelli

A master horseman with an uncanny ability to "read a horse," and extraordinarily gifted teacher. Parelli has been featured in over 1,000 magazine articles focusing on preserving real horsemanship. 

Chelsea Canedy

Renowned horse trainer, clinician, and educator offering innovative and compassionate training specializing in dressage, jumping, and eventing. 

2024 Liberty Festival 

  • WHEN: October 10th - 13th, 2024
  • WHERE: The Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park (Lexington, Kentucky)
  • WHAT: The first of its kind and only expo dedicated entirely to Liberty.

ATTENDEE TESTIMONIALS

What others Have Said About THE Liberty Event of the year

"A WONDERFUL EVENT. IT WAS AMAZING TO SEE WHAT CAN BE DONE WITH OUR HORSES. KUDOS TO THE AMAZING CLINICIANS AND ALL WHO PARTICIPATED AND PUT ON THIS EVENT."

- Previous Attendee

"AWESOME EXPERIENCE! LEARNED SO MUCH, WHICH IS SO EXCITING AND MOTIVATING!"

"IT WAS A PLEASURE TO WATCH AND LEARN AT THE FESTIVAL. SO MUCH INFORMATION TO TAKE BACK AND WORK ON!"

- Previous Attendee

"WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EVENT! THANKFUL TO THE ENTIRE TEAM AT ILHA. ONE THING FOR SURE, THIS DISCIPLINE IS GOING TO GROW, GROW, GROW!" 

- Previous Attendee

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