The sport of Polo is without doubt the oldest ball game in the world. A game of Central Asian origin, polo was first played in Persia (Iran) as far back as the 6th century BC. It was at first used as a training game for cavalry units, usually the king's guard or other elite troops. To the warlike tribesmen, who played it with as many as 100 to a side, it was a miniature battle.

Today it is played in around eighty countries worldwide. Indeed, unlike most sports, it is played somewhere in the world all year round - from England to Argentina, from the USA to India and from Switzerland - yes, there is even snow polo - to the Gulf. And even Scotland!

It is a game which can be played by children and adults, male and female, all together in the same team. Anyone can learn to play, whether you have riding experience or not.

Learn more about this fantastic game with an individual or team lesson from Scotland’s highest qualified instructor, starting with the basics of polo, an introduction to the equipment required, initial training on a wooden horse before moving onto polo pony. All of which will be provided for you. 

Governed by the HPA, Hurlingham Polo Association, your instructor has qualified as a Grade 3 HPA Instructor, and holds a handicap of 0 Goal, as a player.

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