‘Behind the Scenes’
Polo Experience 

Argentina

 

The ‘Behind the Scenes’ Polo Experience is the perfect opportunity to visit a working Polo Estancia (ranch) and stud farm in the wilds of Argentina, to get a real insight into the working lives of the polo players, riders, trainers and ponies. The focus is on the ‘behind the scenes’ aspects of polo – breeding, training, schooling and what it takes to run a successful polo pony stud in Argentina.

You will spend your time working alongside the staff and grooms helping to train and school the polo ponies as they are prepared for their future careers in polo. Ponies from the ranch are sold across Argentina and are in great demand for export across the rest of the world. You’ll also be able to play some polo and chukkas with fellow volunteers and local players.

Gain experience in Argentina’s long standing tradition of horse breeding and training while also learning about the Latin Spanish language, South American culture, history of Argentina and living in the spectacular Pampas grasslands setting.

 

      

 

Activities you will be involved in at the Project include:

• Bringing horses in from the pasture
• Feeding
• Grooming
• Exercising and schooling the ponies
• Working with youngstock
• Training and handling youngsters on the ground
• Cleaning the tack and stables
• Helping the Vet with health care
• Playing polo and practive chukkas
• Stick and ball sessions and learning how to play polo

 

    

What’s included:

• Accommodation
• All meals
• Airport Transfers
• Travel between the ranch and the polo clubs
• 24 hour emergency back-up
• Safety and induction course on arrival
• Polo and practice chukkas
• Trips out to local towns

What’s not included:

• Flights
• Personal travel insurance
• Visas
• Any personal spending money
• Any extra excursions or activities
• Alcohol, fizzy drinks, sweets, snacks

Project Location: Argentina, close to Buenos Aires

Start Dates: First and third Mondays of each month

Duration: Two or four weeks

How to book a place: Download our Booking Form and return to us with your deposit

Download extra information on the ‘Behind the Scenes’ Polo Experience here 

Globe Trotters International strongly recommends that all riders wear a securely fastened hat conforming to the latest safety standards at all times when riding and handling horses