Polo people?

[Charlielicious]

Hello,
1st post from a lurker!

I’ve been bought my first ever polo lesson for Christmas. Really excited but would love to do some reading up/ watching anything instructional to get the most out of the day.

Any polo peeps hiding on the forum? And if so any recommendations??

 

[flyingfeet]

Congratulations on the lesson, but be warned its very addictive

I would have a read through the arena rules here: http://www.hpa-polo.co.uk/ (under rules and regs)

My top tip would be to put a wrist brace on to get the most out of your lesson! (your arm tends to hurt)

 

[Charlielicious]

Congratulations on the lesson, but be warned its very addictive

I would have a read through the arena rules here: http://www.hpa-polo.co.uk/ (under rules and regs)

My top tip would be to put a wrist brace on to get the most out of your lesson! (your arm tends to hurt)

Hadn't thought about wrist ache! That goes to top of my to do list .

 

[Dobby]

Yes, it's very addictive I play for my uni team.

Erm, tips. Start practising your half seat at home, your thighs will thank you for it! And you'll find turning and swinging easier if you're already familiar with being in that position.

Your wrist might hurt the first few weeks/months depending on how often you play but it will get much easier, some lessons when I started I could barely use the mallet properly it ached so much but it's fine now.

Have fun! It is SO addictive and so much fun. Let us know how it goes

 

[Charlielicious]

Start practising your half seat at home, your thighs will thank you for it! And you'll find turning and swinging easier if you're already familiar with being in that position.

Thanks Dobby . Will dig out my thigh master!! Although so excited about it I think adrenaline will see me through. Muscles will pay for it next day no doubt .