Phone: 209-838-6886
several workshops for afficionados practicos. Courses are
usually held on weekends, from Friday to Sunday.
These courses offer a unique opportunity to learn the
rudiments of tauromachy from an active American matador.
Classes are taught in English, Spanish and Portugese.
Intended for experienced practicos, beginners or anybody
wanting to become a professional torero.
and the muleta, learning to execute the basic lances and pases,
essential to toreo. The principles of bregar and terrains are studied
in a suitable setting.
Each course includes a professional tienta, with vacas limpias,
where students have the chance to put into practice what they have
learned at the school, in a safe and professional atmosphere.
relaxed atmosphere that
makes them really fun, yet
there is a degree of
discipline that makes you
feel safe at all times,
matador Borba is a
consummate professional
and an excellent instructor."
"It is a valuable experience
for anyone who wants to
learn more about toreo. And
I know I am looking forward
to the next workshop I can
attend."
"I wish to thank you once
again for all of your hard
work and effort on our
behalf. I enjoyed our
program thoroughly, and I
very much appreciate your
patience. It was great of you
to allow me to participate. I
am not among the ranks of
the practicos, but I love the
opportunity to learn. I would
be pleased to take part in
another of your programs in
the future."
experience the day-to-day running of a ganaderia and to
tour the fields to observe the toros de lidia bred there.
