Me, playing polo?

Can I really learn to play polo?  Don't you have to be a billionaire?  I've only been on a horse once or twice, how safe is it?  Do I have to be a certain size, or have a certain body-type?  

If you ask them, most students will say that they had these same questions before they started at PPS.  The first answer, of course, is yes, you can learn to play!

As far as being a billionaire goes, let's face it, it helps!  But those new to polo won't need their own string of horses to get started.  Someone new to skiing wouldn't necessarily purchase a mountain-side lodge right away, right?  Instead, they'll rent skis and stay in a hotel.  PPS provides aspiring polo players with this same type of introduction. You don't need to buy or even lease a horse right away (although eventually you might want to). All you'll need is a decent pair of boots and an adventurous attitude and you are ready to start your polo lessons.

Do your riding skills need to be, um, developed?  Don't worry.  Our polo school horses know the drill.  They are gentle and take care of new riders.  You, on the other hand, need to be in good health, in decent shape (ok, if you can put your groceries away without passing out that's good enough!), and be willing and able to listen and take instruction during your polo lessons. 

If you've ever spent time around a barn before, you know that safety is always a priority.  We take your safety and that of your equine teammate very seriously.  But the simple truth is that there is risk involved in all equestrian sports and we won't try to tell you that there's no risk in polo.  We will need you to fill out the student application and waiver prior to your first class.  You should be honest with yourself about the risks, but at the same time know that most PPS students feel comfortable by starting slow developing a higher comfort-level over time.  With a little perseverance, you can expect to steadily improve your confidence and ability.

Polo is a two-skill sport - riding and hitting.  However, while hitting the "long ball" looks (and feels!) mighty impressive, it's the better riders who are the real standouts.  For this reason, polo is not a sport where the bigger you are, the more effective you will be.  As a result, PPS classes are a mix of men and women, age ranges, and all sizes and body types.

Ready to saddle-up?  Give us a call to enroll in a class!  Our polo classes are fun and our staff and students will be there to give you the support that you need to feel confident from the start..  See our schedule for class times and call today to have your questions answered and schedule your first polo lesson.

See you in the arena!