Try Polo Evening
Berkshire
This evening session is aimed at the rider who has always fancied 'trying' polo and provides a fun introduction to the game, against the spectacular backdrop of 100 acres of Berkshire countryside. No prior knowledge of either polo or riding is necessary.The evening takes place at the Paley Street Polo Club, near Windsor in Berkshire and includes some basic instruction on how to ride a polo pony, how to swing a mallet and hit the ball and finishes with a barbeque and an opportunity to watch the professionals play a chukka or two! The ponies used are specifically selected for their quiet manner and the instructors are of the highest standard.
- Thursday 15 May
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- 1530 to 1600 - Welcome. Tea and coffee served.
- 1600 to 1700 - Learn how to hold the Polo Mallet and the various swings needed to play polo along with the technique of hitting a polo ball, at this stage on the ground with hand mallets.
- 1700 to 1800 - An overview of the polo pony and the tack and equipment needed to play polo, how to mount and control a polo pony and how this differs from conventional riding. Explanation of the training of a polo pony and their ongoing polo schooling, this includes a riding demonstration by a professional Argentine polo groom.
- 1800 to 1900 - Have a go at hitting the polo ball whilst riding and controlling a polo pony at walk and canter (called stick and balling).
- 1900 onwards - Argentine barbeque while watching chukkas, played by people who have played polo for 2-5 years and Argentine professional polo players. There will be an on going commentary on the rules and what is happening in the chukkas, and the opportunity to ask questions, giving a greater understanding as to how the game of polo is played. Finally, treading the divits, a traditional ceremony after a polo match.
- Cost per Person: £90
- Departure Date: 15 May. Please note that polo is weather dependent.
- Food & Drink: Includes tea and coffe on arrival and an Argentinian barbeque.
- Children: Are welcome.