Assiya Imji thrives on the sound of gunshots and galloping hooves as she captivates the cheering crowds at Tbourida festivals.
A Tbourida performance is a traditional Moroccan equestrian art dating back to the 16th century.
A member of the SOREC Academy of Equestrian Arts, Assiya is the only female in the troupe. Through her platform, she encourages women to join her in preserving the art form.