Ep 174 - The Vision Behind Te Arai Links with Jim Rohrstaff

In this episode, we sit down with Jim Rohrstaff — one of the key visionaries behind the world-class golf destination, Te Arai Links in New Zealand. Jim takes us inside the journey of building one of the most talked-about golf developments on the planet — from the original vision, land discovery, and design philosophy, through to what it takes to create a true bucket-list experience for golfers worldwide. We dive deep into the rise of golf tourism, the global feedback Te Arai has received, and how modern facilities are reshaping the future of destination golf. A major focus of the conversation centres around Te Arai Links being selected to host the 2026 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship — one of the most prestigious amateur events in world golf, offering pathways to The Masters and The Open Championship. Jim shares what this means for the club, the region, and the growth of the game across the Asia-Pacific. We also explore:• The challenges of building a golf destination from scratch• What makes links golf such a pure test of skill• The global spotlight major amateur events bring• The future of golf course development• And why Te Arai Links is quickly becoming a must-visit venue If you’re passionate about golf travel, course architecture, or the future of the game — this is an episode you won’t want to miss.We thank Titleist - The number 1 brand in golf for their continued support of the YGP Podcast!🚨 Podcast Partner: TRUE PROTEINI’m proud to partner with TRUE PROTEIN, the go-to supplement brand trusted by elite athletes and weekend warriors alike. Whether you’re on the course, in the gym, or grinding through practice, TRUE’s clean, high-quality formulas will help fuel your performance and recovery.👉 Use code TRUEYGP at checkout for $25 off any order over $100(new customers).Follow Brent on Instagram Instagram ProfileFollow Brent on X/Twitter ProfileDraw More Circles! The new data analytics partner of the show - email [email protected] to secure my current packages which includes monthly video calls and practice plans..