They understand that culture is by definition dynamic and changing. It adapts to new circumstances and needs. Today, in the midst of change, tensions and uncertainties, many feel a need to be involved with their heritage by becoming charros and charras. This is a buffer against competing attractions like drugs, gangs and consumerism. The sport demands constant training and practice.
Good performance fosters positive self-image.
Anyone can be a good horseman. Some belong only to compete in the arena, but that s not being a charro. It s family and social traditions and culture. From the bus station on the outskirts of Guadalajara, we went straight to our hotel. Josh and Rose tumbled immediately into the comfortable beds and fell asleep.