Polo Program
Created in 1994 by Lezlie Hiner, Work to Ride is a non-profit, providing disadvantaged urban youth from Philadelphia with constructive activities centered around horsemanship, equine sports, and education. Located in Fairmount Park, the setting provides a unique opportunity to bring 7-to 19-year-old youth in contact with animals and nature. While most participants are trained in several sports, polo has proven to be the perennial favorite of Work to Ride youth. The polo program is open to WTR participants and the general public.
In 1999, the Work to Ride polo team became the first African American polo team in the nation, and in 2011 the team won the National Interscholastic Polo Championship. In 2011 the Polo Training Foundation named team captain Kareem Rosser Male Interscholastic Polo Player of the year. The program has been featured in Sports Illustrated, twice featured on HBO’s “Real Sports” and soon to air on E60 Oct, 2011. Those interested in applying for participation are encouraged to contact Work to Ride for an application.
Equestrian Programs
The stables at Chamounix house up to 35 horses and we offer Riding Lessons for primarily beginner and intermediate riders. Our horseback riding summer camps run for 9 weeks from June to August and we are always eager to schedule a Discovery Day for your Girl Scouts or community group. Give us a call or email and we’ll get you started !
215-877-4419 or email wtr@worktoride.net
