Backing Services

At Coddington Bracewell Polo Stud, our backing services are designed to provide young polo ponies with a solid foundation for their future in the sport.

Our expert team focuses on introducing and acclimating each pony to essential skills and experiences, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges of polo. From initial handling and desensitisation to advanced maneuver training and polo-specific preparation, our comprehensive approach fosters confidence, responsiveness, and the physical conditioning necessary for a successful polo career.

We are dedicated to nurturing each pony’s development with care and expertise, setting them up for excellence both on and off the field.

Watch Jonny Coddington give one of our home-bred youngsters its very first ride under saddle. In this backing session you’ll see his calm, methodical approach-steady mounting, light leg and rein cues, and plenty of reassurance-so the colt finishes relaxed, balanced, and ready for the next step in training. A great insight into how we start our future polo ponies at Coddington Bracewell.

Backing Services at Coddington Bracewell Polo Stud

At Coddington Bracewell Polo Stud, our training approach focuses on building calm, confident, and capable young ponies from the ground up. We begin with gentle handling and early exposure to tack, groundwork, and new environments to encourage trust and desensitisation. As they progress, ponies are gradually introduced to rider cues, transitions, and light riding work, with an emphasis on responsiveness and relaxation. Physical fitness is developed alongside behavioural consistency, ensuring each pony becomes well-balanced, both mentally and physically. As they advance, we carefully introduce polo-specific elements like mallets, ball work, and game-like scenarios. Every stage is tailored to suit the individual pony, allowing them to develop at their own pace while preparing them for a smooth and successful transition into the demands of polo.