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stablished in 1890, the Calgary Polo Club is the oldest club in Canada. The club’s legacy is a testimonial to the dedication and strength of the local polo community, and to the multitude of opportunities the club offers to its members and spectators. The staff and members of the Calgary Polo Club welcome all to come and partake in the sport of polo. Whether it is on the sidelines, on the field, or at an elegant event in the Ranch House, the Calgary Polo magazine is your guide and invitation to be a part of the greatest game on earth. LEARNING THE GAME
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THE PEOPLE
The Calgary Polo Club hosts league and tournament play every weekend, starting June 22. Spectators are welcome to attend games free of charge. For a list of tournament dates, consult the Tournament & Event Schedule (p. 17).
Contact our friendly staff (p. 20) with any questions, or visit calgarypoloclub.com for more information on tournaments, sponsorships, events, results, directions, the Calgary Polo & Riding Academy, and facility rentals.
Calgary Polo is known internationally as an accessible and friendly club that caters to all levels of players and participants. There are many social events every season where you can meet the players and other polo and equine enthusiasts who make the club their summer destination. Social highlights this season include the Wild Game Dinner, Stampede Dinner, Lobster Night, Italian Night, and the President’s Ball (p. 17).
THE CALGARY POLO CLUB
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Your polo journey begins here! Before you hit the field or the sidelines, learn about the rules and lingo in Polo Basics (p. 24), study the ponies’ and players’ equipment in Polo Gear (p. 26), and understand more about Calgary players in Player Profiles (p. 29). If you are interested in learning the Sport of Kings, or starting your polo career with some riding lessons, then the Calgary Polo & Riding Academy will get you in the game (p. 27).
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Located 10 minutes south of Calgary and 10 minutes northwest of Okotoks, the club boasts 200 acres of land with 8 full-sized playing fields, an outdoor polo arena and a hitting cage (p. 21). The Calgary Polo Club Ranch House hosts regular club functions and is also available for private events (p. 65), and the Cantina is a great place to hang your hat for a casual BBQ at the end of the day. The berm running along the Lilac, Ranch House and Centre Fields is the perfect place for spectating, or pull your vehicle up to the field (keeping a safe distance back!) for a tailgating event and a close-up view of the game.
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Mailing address: Box 17, Site 9, RR2, Okotoks, AB, T1S 1A2
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