Richmond Park Polo recently traded its London base for the French Riviera, heading to the Polo Club Saint-Tropez for an intensive polo clinic. The trip offered players an ideal blend of high-level coaching, competitive chukkas, and the relaxed lifestyle of the Côte d’Azur.
We caught up with Andreas Liefooghe from Richmond Park Polo to discuss the clinic, the experience on the field, and what made the trip so memorable for the club.
Interview with Andreas Liefooghe: Extension, Performance, and Atmosphere
What made Saint-Tropez the ideal location for this polo clinic?
Saint-Tropez provides a unique environment for a clinic. Beyond the top-tier grounds and facilities at the Polo Club Saint-Tropez, heading to the south of France allows us to extend our season in an exceptional setting. The combination of ideal weather, high-quality fields, and the Riviera backdrop creates an environment where players can fully focus on their game while enjoying the experience.
How did the clinic benefit the players on the field?
The focus of the clinic was on refining technique, improving field positioning, and building confidence in match scenarios. The games were fast-paced and spirited, giving everyone the opportunity to put new instruction directly into practice. Playing on different grounds against fresh competition always pushes players to adapt quicker and raise their level of play.
How was the atmosphere off the field during the trip?
That balance is what makes a trip like this work. Off the field, the experience was just as valuable as the time spent in the saddle. Between the long, sun-filled days and the social side of Saint-Tropez, it gave our members a chance to relax and connect outside of the usual routine. The camaraderie built during these trips is central to what Richmond Park Polo is about.
What is the main takeaway for Richmond Park Polo from this experience?
It was more than just a training trip; it reinforced the sport, the team spirit, and the lifestyle that define our club. Bringing a group together to play in an iconic destination like Saint-Tropez sets a great benchmark for our season, and it is an experience we will certainly look to repeat.
Richmond Park Polo: A St Tropez Polo Escape
To extend their season, Richmond Park Polo enjoyed an outstanding trip to St Tropez Polo, where first-class sport met the effortless glamour of the Côte d’Azur.
Set against the spectacular backdrop of the south of France, the trip delivered everything a polo escape should: competitive polo, exceptional surroundings and an atmosphere that made every moment memorable. On the field, the games were fast, spirited and fiercely enjoyed, with the team embracing the challenge and relishing the opportunity to play in such an iconic setting.
Off the field, the experience was every bit as enjoyable. Long, sun-filled days, great company and the unmistakable energy of St Tropez created the perfect balance between competition and relaxation.
For Richmond Park Polo, it was more than simply a polo trip. It was a chance to share the sport, the camaraderie and the lifestyle that sit at the heart of the club.
A memorable few days, played in one of the world’s great polo destinations — and an experience Richmond Park Polo will be looking forward to repeating.
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