LEARN POLO

Regardless if you have never ridden a horse before or you are a seasoned professional – The Victorian Polo Academy can help your polo game. For beginners, learn the basics from riding, the polo swing, the rules and then eventually participate in practice chukkas with other players of a similar standard. All you need is a pair of jeans, some boots and a want to learn the best horse sport there is. All other equipment is supplied. If you already play, the Victorian Polo Academy Coaches can work on specific parts of your game and or tactics to ensure you are playing to your optimum.

During the 2010/11 polo season the Victorian Polo Academy, managed by Luke & Matt O'Leary had over 50 students from which over half participated in tournaments throughout the season.
The VPC offers special rates for new VPC members.

“We welcome all new players to the game, so anyone interested in learning the game of polo, or improving their game, please come and join us.... Everyone is welcome”.

For more information on lessons contact the Victorian Polo Academy.
For information on joining the VPC please see the Membership page

Vicpolo Academy
Please contact Luke and/or Matt O'Leary
Mobile Ph: 0400 909 279 / 0400 909 279 or 0437 510 524 / 0437 510 524
vicpoloacademy@hotmail.com

The Game

Polo is very straight forward as a spectator sport. There are six periods (Chukkas) of seven minutes. There are four players in each team. The No. 1 and 2 are basically forwards. The No. 3 and 4 are equivalent to five-eight and back in Rugby.

The players should mark their opposite number; that is the No.4 should mark the No. 1, preventing him from scoring by hooking and riding off.

There is no “offside” rule. The rules are common sense based on a player having the “right of way” in order to eliminate danger.

Therefore, no player shall play with his left hand. Play starts from a line up in the centre by one of the two umpires throwing the ball. The essence of the game is team work.

  • Penalty II - 30 yards free hit
  • Penalty III - 40 yards free hit
  • Penalty IV - 60 yards free hit
  • Penalty V(a) - free hit on the spot
  • Penalty V(b) - free hit from the middle of the ground

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All photos are thanks to the official VPC photographer, Carolyn Yencken. Please visit www.greatphotos.com.au