Join us for an exclusive family adventure at Polo Valley, our private ranch in the Andalucian outback, just moments from the famous sporting estates of Sotogrande. Learn as a family how to play the Sport of Kings with expert trainers, unrivalled luxury service, and world-class ponies suitable for all levels of riders, including complete beginners.
The use of the Polo Valley Finca is exclusive for Powder Byrne clients during the May Half Term, July, August, and October Half Term, and is ideal for one large family or a group of families travelling together.
Contact us for the remaining availability for Polo Valley Learn Together Programme in the summer of 2023.
Bookings are now open for summer 2024!
POWDER BYRNE LEARN TOGETHER
Designed for your family
In true Powder Byrne style, you can trust that our exclusive Learn Together programme is designed with your entire family in mind. Providing you with a perfect balance of exciting new experiences like learning to ride, the first introduction to polo as a game, all the way through to playing stick and ball, and even your first family Chukkas with your own team pro!
With every aspect professionally catered to the individual family members all learning, playing and then relaxing together in a unique environment that keeps you wanting to come back for more.
Exclusively for your family
You will have exclusive use of our gorgeous and authentic Spanish Finca situated in the heart of the ranch grounds and sleeps up to eight people in comfortable en-suite bedrooms on full board with daily cleaning. Perfect for a large family or two families travelling together. The Finca has a private pool and fabulous dining terrace elegantly set within relaxing gardens.
Best of all, the Guesthouse is expertly run by two local cooks who serve up delicious Spanish cuisine such as gazpacho, tortilla, paella, colourful fresh salads and special Argentinian-style Asado BBQ. Together with the on-site concierge team, they take care of all your requirements throughout your stay at the Finca.
Professionally run for your family
We know that, just like skiing, almost everyone who tries polo falls in love with it. There is something appealing for everyone in the family, whether it be the riding, hitting the ball accurately, playing in a team, the speed and adrenaline, the competitiveness (which comes later), or the social scene around the game. It is a phenomenal sport for so many reasons that we know our clients will enjoy especially our five star surroundings.
Our Learn Together programme is always run by experienced and professional instructors in a safe and controlled environment. It is very hands-on to give you the best start to riding and start to play polo on the first day. Our ponies are well trained and hand-selected to the individual. We can supply all the kit, in some cases children may need to wear their own shoes due to size and comfort.
To learn with your family
The Learn Together programme runs Saturday-Saturday throughout July and August and May-October half term. The structure of the programme runs for 5 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday) and includes the following itinerary:
SATURDAY – Arrival & Welcome to your exclusive Polo Valley Finca
SUNDAY – 2hr Polo Experience
MONDAY – 30min Riding Lesson + 30 min Swing Techniques + 1hr Polo Lesson (throughout the day)
TUESDAY – 1hr Polo Lesson + afternoon 1hr River Ride + Evening Asado which is an optional extra
WEDNESDAY – Rest & Family Day
THURSDAY – 1hr Polo Lesson + 30min Penalty Shooting + 30min Attack & Defence Skills
FRIDAY – 30min Warm-up Session with physio + 1 hr official Beginner Polo Match + 30min debrief of the week
SATURDAY – Departure
*Additional riding lessons, hacks (riding in the countryside), polo lessons, and 1hr chukkas can be arranged subject to availability.
And enjoy with your family
This is a unique family holiday to enjoy together and outside of polo, Sotogrande has so much to enjoy.
Whether you wish to keep exploring the Andalusian outback on e-bikes, or you want to hire a Mini-Moke for the day, or you wish to experience a special Polo Valley glamping evening or spend a day at one of the exclusive beach clubs, or see the live action of one of Europes top polo tournaments, our team has the experience and knowledge to help make this happen for you.
Client Testimonials
LEARN TOGETHER PROGRAMME
STARTING FROM £20,995 FOR UP TO 8 PEOPLE
With exclusive use of the Finca on full board basis during May half term, July, August and October half term, including a programme of rides and hacks
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Average Temperature
22°C TO 34°C
Exclusive Use
MAY HALF TERM
JULY-AUGUST
OCTOBER HALF TERM
Approx. Flight Time
LHR – GIB: 2 hr 30 mins
TRANSFER TIME
Approx. 25mins
Time Difference
GMT +1
