Mar 16, 2021 Nestled behind a subdivision on the eastern edge of Springfield, Missouri lays an oasis for young girls and experienced equestrians alike. Housed in a hilltop stable, The Libby Ferguson Training Center bustles with the activity of both riders and horses. For owner Libby Ferguson, horses have been a lifelong passion. âIâve always loved horses, for as long as I can remember. I got my first horse when I was 8, and I started showing horses when I was about 11,â Ferguson said. Her career as an instructor started as a side project during her college years. âI ended up getting back into it by a lady I used to show horses for,â Ferguson said. âShe had someone leave her barn and asked if I wanted to come give lessons. I was going to college at the time and thought âWhy not?â I had a couple horses at the time so I could do it. It was something fun to get back into it. So here I am.â