Ep. 205 Cabo's Polo Scene: beyond Golf

08/11/2024 35 min

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Episode Synopsis

n this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick speaks with Tony Yahyai, a pivotal figure in bringing the sport of polo to Cabo San Lucas. Tony recounts his history with Cabo, having initially invested in the area in the early 1990s and formally establishing beach polo in 2008.
Since then, he’s grown the sport in the region, now developing a unique polo club and equestrian center that hosts regular matches, training programs, and annual tournaments.
Tony discusses his ambitious plan to expand the sport through three divisions of polo: youth (ages 10-17), regular adult, and a pioneering senior division for players 50 and over, a concept he’s developed based on his own passion and desire to make polo more inclusive.
He details his efforts to adapt the club’s facilities for different types of equestrian activities, such as jumping and trail riding, emphasizing that his property is designed to be a one-stop destination for horse enthusiasts in Cabo.
Beyond his love for polo, Tony elaborates on his real estate project that surrounds the polo club, offering residential lots with equestrian and community amenities like a clubhouse, stables, a pool, and picnic areas.
This unique community is aimed at attracting people who enjoy the equestrian lifestyle, whether they’re players or simply horse enthusiasts. For more details about their project please send an email to [email protected]
Listeners gain an inside look at Tony's journey, his dedication to polo, and his vision to expand equestrian culture in Cabo.