Polo - Sport of Kings
Playing polo is one of the fastest and most exciting ball sports available for all and it is growing in popularity throughout the world. Polo is an adrenaline driven sport that can become almost totally addictive. Perhaps this is because there is very little to equal the thrill of chasing a ball at tremendous speed on an agile pony, whilst riding off your opponents. The other reason for its new found popularity is that playing polo, even at a high level, is no longer the preserve of the well-heeled elite.
These days there are polo clubs and polo opportunities, to suit all levels of player, spread throughout the UK. There are now even companies that will arrange intensive polo courses in Argentina where you can get at least 18 instructed hours per week in the saddle. This is an excellent place to learn the game since Argentina is frequently referred to as the home of polo, producing many of the world’s best players and finest polo ponies.
The great thing about polo is that it is very social sport, open to almost anyone who enjoys team games, can stay aboard an active horse and has a good feel for ball sports. A large number of polo players in the making, now cut their teeth by playing for their local pony club; however it is not at all unusual for many mature men and women to take up polo later in life. So if you fancy the challenge and the thrill of riding a polo pony and taking part in an exciting tactical team sport – go for it!
All About the Sport of Polo
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Polo is a team sport played on horseback with four players on each side and the game is divided into timed sections called "chukkas" with each chukka lasting more...
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An Insider’s View of Polo
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A groom brings a new pony onto the field, replacing the pony that fell and play continues. Amid the idyllic rural setting of rolling meadows and ancient ruins, more...
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Learn to Play Polo
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If you want to learn to play polo properly you need to start with an experienced teacher who is used to dealing with all levels of horsemanship. In other words you more...
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Polo Clubs & Associations
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There are many polo clubs and associations in Britain that cater for the almost complete beginners right up to international 10 goal polo players. Some of the more more...
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Polo Clothing & Equipment
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Just like in any specialist sport, having the right polo clothing and equipment for both player and pony is essential for comfort and confidence when taking part. more...
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Polo Ponies
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Never underestimate the value of a top-class polo pony, for no matter how good a player has been in the past, on the day of the match he is totally dependent more...
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Polo Rules
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Although is appears that there are many polo rules it should be remembered that most of the rules of polo grew out of a water tight need for the safety of more...
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Polo on Video
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Polo is a very exciting spectator sport that once experienced is never forgotten. On these polo videos you will get the chance to see HM the Queen and the Queen's more...
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