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A number of polo clubs in South Africa have started offering coaching and playing facilities to overseas "polo" tourists. Amongst these are:
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| Blueberry Park Polo School |
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KwaZulu Natal - Blueberry Farm is situated in the scenic Southern Drakensberg mountains, a two hour drive due west from Durban. Individual and group training sessions are available and can be tailor-made to suit personal needs. Top quality ponies are available and can be hired or purchased. Rates available on request.
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Russell Watson
Russell & Sue Watson
+ (27) 33 702 0902
+ (27) 82 740 4419
rwatson@futurenet.co.za
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| Walker's Polo Lodge |
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East Griqualand - Take a break and visit South Africa for a holiday of a lifetime playing polo, fishing, hunting and wildfowling in the spectacular countryside of East Griqualand. Kokstad is the capital town of this region and situated 250kms south west of Durban. Tiny & Lynn Walker will be your hosts. Rates available on request.
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Tiny Walker
Tiny & Lynn Walker
+ (27) 39 727 3926
+ (27) 83 777 3926
yonaroo@telkomsa.net
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| Kurland Estate |
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Eastern Cape - Situated 10 minutes' drive from the world-renowned coastal resort Plettenberg Bay, Kurland has been developed as a polo estate and boasts four fields, magnificent stables and luxurious accommodation in Cape Dutch style cottages. Resident professional George Morgan is on hand all year round to offer coaching.
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| Poloafrica |
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Free State - Poloafrica brings you wonderful holidays on Uitgedacht Farm, set in the foothills of the spectacular Maluti mountains in the Eastern Free State of South Africa. The location is stunning, at the head of a picturesque valley, surrounded by mountains and fed by local springs. The farm offers guests an exhilarating polo experience whether you are a complete beginner or are looking to improve your skills. The polo facilities are second to none and your stay at the lovingly restored sandstone farmhouse or in one of the charming rustic cottages will be one to remember. We aim to give you a complete polo experience while you are with us and we tailor the programme to suit guests' requirements and skill levels.
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| Noodsberg Polo School Safari |
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KwaZulu Natal - Beginners and low goalers can benefit from coaching at the Noodsberg Polo School, only 1 hour from Durban, with former Springbok team captain Stephen Erskine imparting his years of experience, and 10 goal indoor international Joe Henderson rounding off the exercise, if desired. The rates for packages start from 650 Pounds for a week at Noodsberg, including full board, lessons and horses - crazy isn't it? Add to this, excursions on famous safaris, and the ultimate vacation turns into reality!
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| Jurassic Park Polo School |
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East Griqualand - "The Side" and "Ubala" are two neighbouring farms set in the foothills of the Southern Drakensberg of Kwa-Zulu Natal and are home to Selby and Jeanne Williamson and their family. These farms are also home to many antelope species including Blesbuck and Reedbuck as well as Zebra and other wild life. It is here that Jurassic Park Polo is located. We have the only full sized enclosed arena in Africa. We have a three quarter size boarded field and a "Stick and Ball" field. The construction of a second full sized field is planned. There are four stable blocks that accommodate up to 100 ponies at any given time. We have a video camera and editing facilities with trained personnel to further professionalize the coaching we offer. Coaching is done by Selby Williamson, the current captain of the SA Polo squad and Gavin Chaplin who has played and captained the SA national side and now owns a globally recognized polo stick business. A variety of accommodation options are offered and there is a swimming pool near Ubala Lodge. We offer scenic outrides through a timber plantation and grasslands and there is also a river with a great natural pool near the Polo Fields for cooling off after polo. You can visit our website for more info.
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| Mashatu Horse Safari's |
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Botswana - The Tuli Block, home to Mashatu Game Reserve - "The Land of the Giants" - is an area of great diversity, magnificent vistas and land formations as ancient as time itself. It is also home to a multitude of wildlife species, and remains untouched by the invasion of man. Our riding trails are conducted in the vicinity of the Limpopo Valley, and cover both the riverine terrain, and the true African mopane bushveld, including the famous granite rock formations of the Tuli. How better to experience the breathtaking beauty of the area than on horseback! An unparalleled equine adventure will take you back to a time when man and his environment were one!
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| Franshoek Polo School |
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Franshoek is situated in the scenic highlands of the Eastern Free State, bordering Lesotho, just 3 1/2 hours drive from Johannesburg. The relaxed country atmosphere makes it a perfect getaway from the city.... with never a dull moment in store. Our mild climate allows polo any time of the year. We offer personal tuition with competitive instructional chukkas for all levels of play and plenty of time to talk over rules, have chalkboard theory sessions, and practice umpiring. Group bookings are discounted and encouraged, as it is an ideal place to bring your team for a pre-season warm-up. Outrides, walks in the mountains, visits to the cave, swimming, fishing, bird watching and game drives are among the other sporting activities available. During down time at Franshoek Mountain Lodge, you may relax by the pool, enjoy the new thatched steam bath, have a Thai massage, join our drumming circle, or even learn to cook from the fabulous Thai chef!! Visit us at Franshoek for an unforgettable holiday!
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