Best Equestrian Club Springfield Near Me

Julia Amundsen: Fun horse show!

Amanda McGeough: My daughter took the beginners camp, and she really enjoyed it. This is a great activity for the kids.

Karen Wright: My granddaughter rented rhe room for a child's birthday then the kids were able to ride and pet the horses. The room was large and clean. The price was good. I would highly recommend this place.

Christopher M. Bingham: Fantastic location for the kids a great break from the normal park experience. Highly recommend.

Steven J. Kasperski: So much fun. The kids had a blast. The staff was super nice, and explained horses wonderfully to the kids. It was a great experience for the kiddos, and an awesome idea for their party

Cindy Brown: Love the My Little Pony lessons!

Brandi Elmore: I love this stable. I have been taking lessons since October and have since gotten a job working here. Amazing staff that is very knowledgeable and a great herd that loves to teach.

Nita Sprowson: Great place for beginners and experienced riders alike! The staff is patient and friendly! They did a great job with my daughter, teaching her all about the pony! She had so much fun!

Pamela Del Vecchio: Valley Water Mill Park Equestrian Center is an excellent place. The instructors are very knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. They make learning fun. The facility is clean, and the animals are very well cared for. I highly recommend this facility if you want to take lessons, learn horsemanship, or just want to visit in a controlled environment.

Christina Ward: Quiet beautiful. I'm going there for 35 years.

Mary Oney: We are so happy with the program at Valley Water Mill! Their prices are very reasonable and I really appreciate that they make equestrian sports accessible to more people. They are so patient with my daughter as she learns and I love that they also teach her to care for the horses. Not only do they really know their stuff, they also know how to teach it to kiddos!

Sarah Maze: Wonderful place to take riding lessons!!! Great with kids, they explain and hold the to the expectations. Amazing price for the lessons compared to area. Like a hidden treasure in Springfield, Mo

911eVoX: Excellent setting for our barn hunt trials with Ozark Mischief. The bathrooms are very close. WiFi is unavailable; LTE connection is poor in most cases (using t mobile)

Hemifan 2010: Beautiful, classy place for entire family. Grounds & animals highly respected and cared for.

Fawn Warner-Rechkemmer: This is a great place to take horseback riding lessons or attend summer camp. Both of my children have spent time here and thoroughly enjoyed it. Most of the horses are "rescue" horses that are gentle and love all the attention they get from the kiddos. Instructors have been great about finding the balance between providing a fun experience and making sure kids are learning and being safe. Pricing compared to a private stable is fantastic!!

Chris N Bekka Williams: Very friendly and high quality

Joey Mayes: Good, patient instructors. $35/hr for a private lesson. $25/hr with a group. My daughter greatly enjoyed it and I enjoyed watching her develop self-confidence and become more decisive, responsible, and assertive.

Mikki Ariat: My mom sold them a horse and he ended up in a kill pen 😭They told her they weren’t going to sell him and he would have a good home. He was a super nice well bred Arabian. Luckily somebody bought him out the kill pen and has been doing excellent in the show ring with a little girl.

larry von holten: Great place for learning how to ride and care for horses, they have facilities for birthday party also

mindy casteel: Beautiful

hilda smith: Unsafe! The owner was not happy when we arrived as she had another older rider there. It was only our second visit. She placed my young daughter on a horse and let her ride alone in the arena while the older rider’s horse galloped next to my daughter and her horse. She did not walk alongside her like the first instructor did. Never went back to this place.

Tim Mahoney: I read that negative review on here and although I am not sure where that opinion comes from it sure doesn't sound like the same Libby Ferguson Training Center that my daughter has been taking lessons at for 2 1/2 years. That place is made for kids! The place offers the best instruction for English riders in this region and Libby has a reputation built over twenty years of training national champions. She shows more care and concern for her students and the horses then her own business interests so it sure sounds like sour grapes to me!So this popped up today on my Google reviews saying that 1000 views have been seen on my comment. Pleased to confirm an update that my daughter has now been going to Libby Ferguson’s training center for 8 1/2 years and she’s only gotten better.

Tiffany Brandell: Libby and the trainers are fantastic to work with. They are very patient with new riders, and they are great showing you all the ropes.

Abagail Perez: We spoke to Libby about coming to feed the horses some carrots. When we arrived everyone was nice and let us know which horses were ok to feed. Thank you, it was a great experience!

Abby Bandorovskaya: it is way to expensive here we paid to go here for an hour and we only got to ride for 45 minutes.the people are rude there.i wish i could rate a 0 i hope libby sees this.

Christopher M. Bingham: Fantastic experience for my oldest daughter, made a 2nd appointment on the spot. Highly recommend.

Brandy Bell: Bailey our trainer was amazing. She was friendly, thorough, and knowledgeable. We can't wait to go back!

Tom Hoff DDS: I am not employed by Libby Ferguson nor was I coerced to write this review. It is really a shame that people can make unsubstantiated claims about a business with no consequences. My 5 year old daughter had a great experience at camp last week and will be going back for another week. I did in fact show up unannounced and watched my daughter ride, do crafts and even do a little work!!!

Emma Brown: I started riding at Libby’s at summer camp when I was 5 years old and loved all the horses and people at the barn. Camp was my favorite experience every summer, and I’ve now been riding with Libby for 11 years. Libby always makes sure I have every opportunity available to me to ride and compete on new horses, even though I don’t own a horse myself. It’s always the highlight of my day and my favorite place to be!

Sam Price: My daughter attended camp last week and had so much fun! I came and watched her ride during one of their riding sessions and she did great! She came home everyday so happy. She can’t wait to go to the next camp!

Thunderflower Esqvl: I wish I could rate ZERO STARS on this business.They are NOT GOOD to the kids who would like to enjoy Horse Camp.

Clair Smith: I was a guest who was visiting this "training center". The first thing I saw was the horses in their stalls. There was quite a few unsupervised children and workers around but no riding or training, the FAT training instructor was in a stall eating a sandwich! There was swimming advertised on the website, however I saw no pool. I did see a table where it seemed to me to be an area where children had been having some sort of activity. I saw construction paper, colored tissue paper, etc. My friend whom I was visiting at that stables opened a refrigerator to get some water. When she opened the refrigerator, I saw BEER and WINE on the BOTTOM SHELF! What kind of place puts children next to alcohol? And the fat training instructor said and did NOTHING about it! The children I saw who were in that stable on that day on Thursday were walking around, doing nothing and looking lost and they were unsupervised. I would NEVER bring or recommend my child or ANY CHILD to a place like this.

Lyca Heyoka: Every single five star review about this place is posted by ALL OF LIBBY FERGUSON'S STAFF MEMBERS, and SHOW STUDENTS WHO BOARD THEIR HORSES AT LIBBY FERGUSON TRAINING CENTER.Reviews from CURRENT or FORMER EMPLOYEES are in violation of Google's rules in posting reviews [Conflict of Interest] I was never employed at this location. As an observer who was deciding where to best send my client's children to horse camps.Don't be fooled by Grace H. and Rose H..Read their reviews on being at Libby's place for "15 years". They have a MARE (barn namen 'Harley') and they pay Libby to board their horse there. Grace is employed to be camp leader to your children while at Horse Camp at the Stables. Rose H. is also involved with attending your children at Horse Camp. Scroll down- see Mary & Lily Boyer's reviews. See a pattern?Kim is the instructor who trains show students, and she is also a paid staff member at that location.If you REALLY want to get a true feel of the impressions of the public who DO NOT board horses there, and you are seeking a safe and fun environment for your kids, read all the other reviews that people have posted about Libby Ferguson's place.Just because the STARS are showing high ratings, consider the SOURCES of those ratings.None of the 5 star ratings are posted by ANY HORSE CAMP ATTENDEES. None of the 5 star reviews are posted by anyone who DOES NOT GET PAID TO WORK for Libby.ALL five star reviews are posted by individuals who are employed by Libby and board their horses at that stable, and also are the same ones who are claiming that Libby's place is so great and so wonderful.If you want a more CLEAR and HONEST review about this place at 3850 apple hill lane in Springfield, look at all other reviews that DO NOT rate 5 stars.I rate 1 star because I was witness to many things that I just do not agree with:1. Hand led pony rides instead of real horse riding for camp kids that is being orchestrated by the very same group who gives 5 stars reviews.2. Although the website says the kids should bring swimsuits, NO KID EVER GETS TO SWIM. Why? Well, because there is NO POOL, NO LAKE, NO OTHER BODY OF WATER WHERE YOUR KIDS CAN SWIM on the entire property. Your kids will be told that they can 'swim' by using an inflatable water slide that is more for for kids ages toddler to 5 years old.That inflatable water slide is COVERED WITH MILDEW MOLD. Libby and Grace could not remove those stains. They asked ME how to remove the stains.3. Alcoholic beverages available and accessible to the camp kids in the refrigerator where the kids' lunches and snacks and water bottles are located. Many beer bottles and a wine bottle on the BOTTOM SHELVES, and more beers in cans in the bottom drawer.Every other person who posted 5 stars on their reviews of this place ARE NOT PAYING $400.00 for THEIR CHILDREN TO ATTEND THE HORSE CAMP HELD AT THIS LOCATION.The people who are rating 5 stars to this stable are only promoting this place for their own agendas: YOU pay for your kids to attend Horse Camp, THEY use your money to pay to ride in horse shows.If you are a parent who is considering to bring your child(ren) to attend any horse camp at Libby Ferguson Training Center, do not decide by the 5 star reviews. Instead, go to that location and WATCH for yourself. Horse Camp runs from 9am to 3pm. This year's summer horse camp is over, since the event is only held from 06/17- 06/21.They are offering another week of horse camp in August. I highly encourage all parents to observe the entire camp process, and then confirm that all the activities and services the website is offering your kids is CREDIBLE.This has been an announcement to all parents who are seeking a good place for your kids to enjoy horse camp. If you are a parent of any children who were attending the recent Horse Camp in the week of 06/17 thru 06/21 YOUR CHILD MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO MOLD/MILDEW during their "swim", and your child was exposed to readily accessible alcoholic beverages in the refrigerator (the white one on the left).

Rose Huckfeldt: I have been riding with Libby for 15 years and although I could easily write many paragraphs regarding all of the wonderful things about Libby and her business, I will try to keep this simple and to the point.At Libby’s, kids and adults alike get to experience the many benefits of riding and working with horses in an environment where safety and a positive atmosphere are always the top priorities. Employees are friendly and helpful and students are respected and treated as individuals.All of the horses, as well as the dogs and cats,receive the utmost of care and are treated and loved as members of the family.

Michelle Carroll: People are polite and they have the best scenery

DeAntra Darough: Went here to deliver food. Wasn't sure where my GPS was taking me but the horses were beautiful.

S4 Livestock: Very well operated business. Great people!

Larry Jones: It’s a beautiful place, friendly people & animals, and a great place to have fun while smelling the fresh farm air!

Susan Jensen: Libby is amazing with the riders and horses. My daughter has been riding here for years, and it is the best money we ever spent!

Mary Anglum: To start off, the review written by Bonnie Lane mentions 2 sisters that claimed to have ridden here for a whole year, however I have never heard of anyone by that name and would definitely know the girls if they were here for that long, as I am here ALL the time. My sister and I have been riding here for over 7 years. We started out here with the amazing summer camps, and it was the absolute highlight of our summers! There is never a dull moment between the riding, games, crafts, waterslide, and all the people at the barn that share a happy attitude and love for animals. There has always been the right guidance and horses to accommodate all ages. After a few summers of camps we started taking lessons, and have grown immensely because of it. Every week there is a unique lesson to be learned, a variety of horses to choose from, and the huge amount of support from other riders and the incredible trainers. Both trainers, Libby and Kim are kind and patient and have such a huge depth of knowledge about horses and riding. My sister and I have worked summers at the barn and absolutely loved it. Libby is a great boss and knows how to get things done. If you're looking for a place to learn horsemanship, riding, make lifelong friends, and experience the beauty of the arabian horse, this is truly the only place to go.

Dante Saunders: Absolutely incredible experience! Will definitely be back :)

Cherish Hogue: Awesome place!

Jamie Olson: We just love Annette and Michael! They have helped our daughter gain confidence in riding and herself. They helped her follow her dream and become a proud rescue horse owner. 🐴 she always takes away something new during her lessons. I defiantly recommend this facility to anyone.

Michael Vest: Class act place. Great place for everything horse related. Riding lessons, breaking, boarding, whatever. Owners are a pleasure to work with.

rachelle patton: We had a great experience riding horses for the first time and my whole family love everything about the equestrian center, great people whom run the facility and a family friendly place to enjoy the country side and ride horses, will keep coming back with my children and family. Highly recommended 😊😊😊

Angela Scott: Great people that know their stuff and care for the horses and the people that ride. Smaller, with no real indoor riding area, clean and well kept barn, and beautiful scenery.

grace k: this is THE BEST stable, ranch, barn, all of it, that I have ever been to! the people are real, AND kind, and they are my favorite role models! thanks yall!

Jennifer Umphres: My daughter has been taking lessons for a couple of months and has learned so much! She can’t wait to go back each week. Annette is great with the kids and flexible to work with scheduling lesson times. We love the Equestrian Center!

Riley SummerBank: I love this place. My girls are taking riding lessons here and they love it. It’s a great encouraging atmosphere.

Michael Farquhar: Pretty setting and views, great facilities, nice people with a family atmosphere. My daughter has her horse pasture boarded here.

James Daniel: Really clean, nice staff and amazing arena (and outdoor one too!) compared to other places around Springfield. Also pretty views in the afternoon!

adelena Rouanzoin: Great place

Janet Trierweiler: I'm so happy my friend introduced me to this wonderful place! Dawn is an excellent teacher! I felt very confident on my first trail ride in many years after having a lesson with Dawn.Everyone here is helpful, it's beautiful and very well run.

Roy Brechbuhler: My 6 year old son takes lessons here and loves it!

Courtney Buchholz: We have been riding at this stable for seven years and highly recommend it to anyone looking to ride western pleasure. Riding instructor is very knowledgeable, experienced, good at instruction, first aid certified, loves her job and teaching kids and adults how to ride and interact with horses. This farm is family owned and operated, and they have a Christian based business model which is key to their success. They offer parties, summer camps, Bible study, church services, 4-H club, and many other activities. Top notch place!

Eric Weiskopf: Celebrating with Girl Scouts founder's birthday

Brandon Kopecky: A Great Place To Go Horseback Riding For Your Friends Thirtieth Birthday Party!!!!

Courtney Steinorth: Dawn is super nice and educated! She is willing to work with all ages and riding levels! The horses are great and so is the atmosphere.

FOSTER TV LLC: Staff is exceptional. Prices are a bit high. Our son loves the camps. However, they are very open about their political views. That is their right however, not all of your customers see things the same way.

Lucy Adams: Super fun for party's, or just going on your own!

Kevin Tutton: Wonderful place, great people.

Richard Manar: My kids had a blast riding horses with the girl scouts

Courtni Satterlee: We loved having lessons at the Sac River Stables. The staff are very friendly and it feels like a big family. They take great care of the horses and really teach you how to take care of them and have fun. Definitely reccomend.

Lexy Duncan: Wonderful place, super knowledgeable, super nice and wonderful horses. Great price for lessons and very well put together stables. Highly recommend 👍

Kasey Rieff: One of the coolest places I have ever been. Awesome facility. I highly recommend this place.

Sandy Boyle: Introduced our girls to horses here. They were a little scared, but that didn't last. They had an absolute blast of a time! And the stablehands are some of the best folks around. Kindhearted and genuine.

Simon T: A really friendly team of staff who work here and were able to give riding lessons to a large group of young children who had never ridden before as part of a children's birthday party. Very clean stable and calm horses .

Chris Phillips: Friendly staff, and great experience for the kids.

Aaron Weber: Friendly and very welcoming staff

Abby Bandorovskaya: This place is amazing I love it here!! Can’t wait to go back!!!

Lauryn Albrecht: We took our daughter on her 1st ride for her birthday, she loved it! Everyone was so helpful and friendly! Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for an experience with horses!

Chuck Walker: All the kids at the birthday party had a great time. I recommend using them if you like the outdoors.

Benjamin Michaliszyn: Excellent service. Had a great time

Ben Bloomer: Great couple that love horses and training. Great with kids.

Paul Becker: Our daughter has been training here for 2 years. Monet is a great trainer.

Jessica loving: So amazing! I will definitely be back!

Bob Friend: Mrs. Monet Lammers (owner/instructor) is a very driven and motivated individual with an uncompromising love for horses and teaching new and advanced riders.

Katie Nall: Fun, friendly atmosphere. Amazing with my daughter, shes always so excited about going to ride!

Tory Jackson: The horse show yesterday was a great show and very well run. Thanks for an amazing day!

Jai Johnson: Good family fun

willis hoyt: Outstanding training to build a young woman's self esteem. Monet is a great trainer and a stickler for safety. Excellent facility too, compared to other SFLD area equestrian facilities.

gunga5858: KML farms has been a trimendous experience for my daughter. Monet is an excellent trainer and really connects with her kids.

Candy Roller: Beautiful place!

Chase Adamson: The horses were very well taken care of and the trainers were very knowledgeable!

Wolf Wolf: My daughter was so excited to start her weekly lesson. However, every week the owner would cancel at the last minute! My daughter literally had 2 lessons in the 3 months we were there. Brandi has no business claiming she offers lessons. Brandi is clueless when it comes to business ethics and knowledge. It’s not fair to play with kids like this. My daughter gets so excited each week just to be let down. If your coach cancels then the owner needs to step up and teach the class herself or find reliable employees.

paul kupernik: Great facilities.

Stacy Gertner: My daughter loves everything about this place

Christine Arnett: Great facility. Great people. Good food for the horses. Happy and healthy horses with an owner who really cares!

Lanell Levere: Granddaughter taking riding lessons there. Very positive experience.

Christopher Jaquess: Riding lessons. Great instructor, nice facility.

Brandy McWaters: I board my horse here. Love this place!