Meet the Girl Changing the Game for Mexican Culture in Iowa Through Escaramuza

Meet the girl changing the game for Mexican culture in Iowa.In this episode of Rooted Latinas, we sit down with Alejandra Piña, the young director of Escaramuza Quetzalli in Des Moines. Alejandra shares how she’s helping preserve escaramuza and charrería while inspiring young girls to ride with confidence, pride, and purpose.We talk about horses, tradition, the iconic attire, and the strength it takes to lead at such a young age. Alejandra also honors the moms behind the scenes and the community it takes to keep this culture alive for the next generation.This episode is a reminder that our traditions don’t survive by accident — they survive because people choose to protect them.