Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club

What Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club does

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club is a multi-vertical leisure and equestrian venue located in Arabian Ranches, Dubai, operating as a wholly-owned component of the Emaar Hospitality Group. It serves affluent individuals, families, event hosts, and corporate clients in the UAE through an integrated portfolio that includes the Polo Academy (lessons and Polo Membership), a Riding School covering showjumping and dressage, livery services for up to 357 horses, six event venues ranging from 50 to 300+ guests, three dining outlets (Sella, Dubai Polo Bar, Splash Pool Bar), The Spa and wellness facilities, and the Ranches Equine Clinic — a 24-hour on-site veterinary practice led by Dr. Maria Celeste Assaad. The club operates 16.5 hours per day (6:30am to 11:00pm), seven days a week.

The business model blends recurring and transactional revenue across at least eight streams: subscription-style membership fees (Polo and Leisure Memberships), per-lesson instruction (AED 350-750), livery and equine services, one-time event venue rentals (minimum spend AED 50,000 for weddings), food and beverage with menus ranging AED 30-950, spa treatments, sponsorship/licensing, and professional veterinary services. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the website, phone, WhatsApp, email, and walk-ins, supported by Instagram and downloadable price lists/calendars, plus cross-promotion through the Emaar property network.

Technology infrastructure is described as a standard hospitality website with booking and enquiry forms; no proprietary platform, mobile app, API, or AI/ML capability is indicated. Customer-facing tech is functional rather than differentiating, and the company's competitive position rests on physical assets, brand affiliation with Emaar, and the integrated one-stop equestrian footprint.

Name

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club

Legal name

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club

Website

https://poloclubdubai.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club is a multi-venue leisure and equestrian destination in Arabian Ranches, Dubai, operated by Emaar Hospitality Group. It offers polo and riding lessons, livery services, event hosting, dining, spa, and equine clinic services to affluent UAE consumers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Equestrian and Polo Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Horses and Other Equine Production (11292), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (713910)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Racing, Including Track Operation (7948), Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Equestrian Teams & Stables (Racing/Show Jumping/Eventing) (MPAKABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sport/Show Horse Training & Performance Programs (AFAEAGAF), Equine Working Ranch & Trail Operations (non-tourism) (AFAEAGAL), Equestrian & Rodeo Facilities (MPAKAEAM)

Keywords

• Polo club services
• Equestrian riding school
• Event venue rental
• Leisure membership club
• Horse livery services

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Polo Membership and Leisure Membership provide exclusive club benefits including complimentary leisure membership for Polo members, with access to gym facilities, swimming pool, and sporting amenities.
2. Polo Academy Lessons: Individual and group polo lessons for adults and children, with club horses or own horse options. Pricing ranges from AED 350 for group lessons with club horse to AED 750 for private lessons.
3. Riding School Lessons: Riding lessons at the Equestrian Centre covering Showjumping, Dressage, and all disciplines. Livery services accommodating up to 357 horses.
4. Event Venue Rental: Wedding, corporate, social event venue rentals across multiple venues including Saha Courtyard (up to 300 guests), Palermo Lounge (up to 70), Palermo Terrace (up to 250), Pool Lawn (up to 300), and Tack Lounge (up to 50).
5. Food and Beverage: Restaurant and bar dining at Sella (temporarily closed for renovation), Dubai Polo Bar, and Splash Pool Bar. Offers Levantine and international cuisine with prices ranging from AED 30-950.
6. Spa and Wellness Services: The Spa offers signature treatments for face and body using aromatherapy essential oils, including Jacuzzi and steam room facilities.
7. Sponsorship: Brand sponsorship opportunities for companies wishing to align with the sport of Polo, providing platform for customer engagement.
8. Equine Services: Ranches Equine Clinic providing 24-hour veterinary care, lameness diagnosis, and sports performance services. Tack & Track shop for riding equipment and horse care products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club operates a premium equestrian-themed leisure destination in Arabian Ranches, Dubai, providing polo lessons and membership, riding school instruction across Showjumping and Dressage, horse livery services for up to 357 horses, event venues for weddings and corporate functions, dining outlets, spa and wellness facilities, and a 24-hour equine veterinary clinic. The club is part of the Emaar Hospitality Group portfolio and operates seven days a week from 6:30am to 11:00pm.

Product overview

Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club is a comprehensive leisure and equestrian destination offering a portfolio of interconnected services centered around polo, equestrian activities, dining, events, and wellness. The core offerings include the Polo Academy (providing polo lessons and membership), the Riding School (offering equestrian instruction across Showjumping, Dressage, and other disciplines), and Livery Services (stabling up to 357 horses). Supporting services include the Ranches Equine Clinic (24-hour veterinary care), multiple dining venues (Sella Restaurant, Dubai Polo Bar, Splash Pool Bar), event venues and wedding packages (Saha Courtyard, Palermo Lounge, Pool Lawn, Tack Lounge, Barooda Lounge), and wellness facilities (The Spa with Jacuzzi and steam room, fitness classes, and leisure membership). The club operates Monday to Sunday from 6:30am to 11:00pm, serving as a 'Sport of Kings' destination within Arabian Ranches, Dubai, under the Emaar Hospitality Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Polo Academy and Polo Membership Polo instruction program offering individual and group polo lessons for adults and children with options for own horse or club horse (private lessons AED 585-750; group lessons AED 350-485; stick and ball AED 495-650; two instructional chukkas AED 725). Includes Polo Membership providing exclusive club benefits and complimentary leisure membership, plus sponsorship opportunities for brands aligning with the sport of Polo.
• Riding School Equestrian riding lessons for new and experienced riders using state-of-the-art learning arenas and leading trainers. Covers Showjumping, Dressage, and all equestrian disciplines.
• Livery Services Horse stabling and care services accommodating up to 357 horses with feeding, grooming, training, and experienced stabling staff ensuring peak horse performance.
• Tack & Track Shop One-stop retail shop for riding equipment and horse care products, including riding wear, saddles, bridles, and accessories from well-known equestrian brands.
• Ranches Equine Clinic 24-hour equine veterinary clinic with state-of-the-art equipment and lameness specialist services led by Dr. Maria Celeste Assaad with 17+ years of experience. Provides advanced regenerative services, lameness diagnosis, and sports performance improvement.
• Sella Restaurant Equestrian-inspired dining restaurant offering Levantine cuisine in elegant surroundings with views across the horse riding arenas. Menu items range from AED 30 to AED 950.
• Dubai Polo Bar Sophisticated lounge and sports bar offering a variety of beverages and bar bites with outdoor terrace views of polo action. Features a cigar lounge and live sports screening including football and golf.
• Splash Pool Bar Poolside relaxation venue offering fresh light bites including sandwiches and healthy salads with pool access and idyllic scenery.
• Events & Venues (Weddings, Corporate, Social) Event hosting services including corporate gatherings, social events, and weddings. Venues include Saha Courtyard (up to 300 guests), Palermo Lounge (up to 70), Palermo Terrace (up to 250), Pool Lawn (up to 300), Tack Lounge (up to 50), and Barooda Lounge (up to 50). Wedding packages Blush, Pearl, and Ivory with minimum spend starting at AED 50,000 including horse and carriage arrival, couple photoshoot, premium beverages, and spa massage add-ons.
• The Spa Tranquil spa sanctuary offering pampering signature treatments for face and body using natural aromatherapy essential oils and products. Features tranquil treatment rooms, luxurious Jacuzzi, and relaxing steam room facility.
• Leisure Membership Exclusive leisure membership providing access to modern gym facilities, temperature-controlled swimming pool, and relaxing leisure past-times combined with sporting accomplishments within the Arabian Ranches setting.
• Fitness Classes Health and wellness classes including Baby Sensory, CF Padel Academy, Karate lessons, and Turtle Tots Baby Swimming Classes for children from 0-5 years old. Award-winning baby and toddler swimming lessons teach water confidence, safety, and swimming skills through a child-led programme on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Guards Polo Club (UK): One of the world's most prestigious polo clubs, offering membership, polo academy instruction, livery, and corporate events at scale. Comparable as a global benchmark for premium polo club operations, sponsorship, and event hosting.
• Royal Jaipur Polo Club: Heritage Indian polo club with world-class polo fields, lessons, events, and HNW member base. Comparable for polo instruction, events, and equestrian sports in a heritage-driven market.

Regional players

• Singapore Polo Club: Established Asian polo and equestrian club providing membership, lessons, livery, dining, and events for an HNW expat community. Comparable operating model in a different regional market for HNW equestrian enthusiasts.
• Equestrian Club de La Celle-Saint-Cloud (France): European equestrian club offering showjumping, dressage, riding school, livery, and event hosting. Comparable multi-discipline equestrian center with membership model but serving a European rather than Middle Eastern market.
• Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club: Major UAE equestrian facility hosting showjumping, dressage, and endurance events with on-site stabling and event venues. Comparable operating model (equestrian training, livery, events) but in Abu Dhabi rather than Dubai.

Direct peers

• Desert Palm Dubai: Dubai equestrian estate with riding school, livery, polo, and event hosting within a hospitality setting. Closely comparable as a luxury Dubai equestrian venue mixing sport, hospitality, and private events.
• Al Habtoor Polo Resort & Club: Premier Dubai-based polo and equestrian resort operating polo fields, riding school, livery, dining, and event venues. Most direct comparable given the same Dubai market, similar HNW positioning, and overlapping polo + hospitality business model.
• Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club: UAE-based polo and racing venue near Dubai offering polo facilities, stabling, and event hosting. Comparable as a peer polo venue serving the same regional HNW equestrian community.
• Saeed Al Maktoum Polo Club / Reem Club: Dubai-area polo facility operated under the patronage of a member of the ruling family, providing polo fields, training, and event hosting. Comparable as a UAE polo club with similar HNW member base and sponsorship-driven model.

Emerging players

• International Polo Academy & Equestrian Club (India): Equestrian and polo training center in India providing riding lessons, polo instruction, livery, and event hosting. Comparable as a multi-discipline equestrian club with instruction, stabling, and events.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/poloclubdubai
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dubai-polo-&-equestrian-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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