Polo Ponies
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work to play

Guests will be expected to work 20 hours a week (M,T,R,F) for the farm to play a minimum of 8 chukkas each week on top of further stick and balling and tuition from our resident professional.

The work may involve exercise and pony care, grooming the field, light construction, fence maintenance, hiking trail maintenance, and removal of alien invasive plants.


Rates: R 13 250 per person for 6 wk rotation

Inclusive of:

Airport transfer (both ways - only on turn-around days)
48 chukkas, stick & balling and tuition, unlimited riding
Self-catered accommodation with housekeeping and laundry
Free Internet

Please note that attendees to the Work To Play programme are responsible for their own food and drinks.

2011/2012 Schedule: (6 week rotations)

25 Sept - 6 Nov
6 Nov - 18 Dec
8 Jan - 19 Feb
19 Feb - 1 Apr
1 Apr - 13 May
13 May - 24 Jun


The Sugar Shack is a cosy cottage with everything that you will need to make your Gap-Year polo holiday unforgettable.


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