The History Of The World Polo Championship

Horse polo is one of the oldest modern sports around, with roots in ancient Iran. However, unlike many other sports, polo would not have a world championship until 1987. The first set of formal rules was codified by the Hurlingham Polo Association in 1875,...

4 Quick Polo Facts

Polo is an exhilarating sport which is becoming more accessible all the time. Polo holidays, clubs and lessons for amateurs are now open to anyone, yet many people still don’t know much about this unique sport. Here are some basic takeaways about the game. 1. Teams...

What Riding Skills Do You Need To Play Polo?

Learning to play polo helps you to acquire a diverse combination of skills, such as handling the mallet accurately, calculating and placing the position of the ball, and deploying the strategies of the game. As well as all this, you will learn the foundations of great...

What Exercise Techniques Are Useful For Polo Riders?

Polo is an exhilarating and fast paced game, and to enjoy it at its best, good horsemanship is required. For those who are looking to improve their skills in the saddle in order to get the most out of polo lessons, there are a few techniques off the field that are...

How Do You Determine The Best Polo Players?

Horse polo is a unique sport in that it is often played with teams of varying skill levels using a handicap system. The only other major sport that uses a handicap system even at its highest levels is Golf. The handicap system was created in 1890 as a way to ensure...