Almasaz (Kathryn Cooke)

Kathryn, Almasaz, is originally from Vancouver, Canada.  She has been dancing since the age of three, exploring various styles including Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Character.  She was introduced to Belly Dance at the age of 13 and has been studying ever since.  Almasaz has been entertaining audiences professionally in Vancouver for the last 5 years.  

Once an active member of the Vancouver MEDA, she has missed the comfort of a dance community since moving to the UK.  She is, therefore, thrilled to have found such a warm group of dancers here in London to share the magic and joy of this Dance.

Arabian Jewel

Arabian Jewel proudly present their creative, exciting, dancers. Entertaining with passion, fusing Egyptian and Tribal amongst other styles using props to dazzle the audience. Medway's Arabian Jewel unleash light and dark together creating captivating, spell binding performances. This innovative duo explore the magic and the mayhem through their dance, creating a mystical atmosphere.

Arabian Jewel consist of Saffira and Iona from Gillingham in Kent. Experienced in belly dancing in various classes and attending workshops to enhance their skills, using props such as veil, zills, poi, Isis wings,sword and fans. Saffira has also danced Salsa and Iona has danced Modern and Jazz styles.

Béatrice Curtis

Béatrice has been involved in the Bellydance world since 1991, as a student, performer and teacher. Resolutely Egyptian in her dance style, Béatrice conveys a strong feeling for the intricacy, the drama, the emotion of Arabic music. She has been described as "the Queen of Raqs Sassy" and as "Slinky, with Class"!

Béatrice has trained with top teachers in the U.K., and international Master Teachers. She is a qualified JWAAD teacher, and a tutor on the JWAAD Foundation Course. She teaches regular classes in Surrey, and workshops throughout the UK and overseas.

Eshta

Eshta developed a passion for the Middle East and a love of the music, which progressed to learning belly dance. Eshta continues to develop as a dancer, and is currently studying under master teachers Hossam and Serena Ramzy.

Eshta is a much sought-after performer who dances at regular events in London and Surrey.

Eshta is the organiser of this Hafla along with fellow dancer Nafiseh.

Hayaam

Hayaam has a natural talent and passion for dance. Brazilian born, samba influenced her dance, giving her a unique and versatile bellydance style.

She deeply enjoys teaching belly dancing, her greatest reward is to see her students building up their skils and confidence little by little, day by day.

Kia

Kia came to belly dance through her passion for Arabic music. One day while walking past an Egyptian imports store she was struck by the most lyrical, rhythmic, pulsating music she had ever heard. She purchased her first Arabic recording and started a long love affair with Arabic music. After discovering that belly dance was the way to dance to it, she began an 8-year journey of learning and exploring the most beautiful dance in the world. Since then, Kia has performed and taught dance in the US, Singapore, France, and London, at traditional dance venues like restaurants and nightclubs, as well as more exotic venues like a punk rock party on a boat, and a vampire party at a chateau in France.

For more information, check out her website at www.kiadancer.co.uk.

Lili

Originally from Bogota, Colombia (south America), Liliana has always had a passion for dance.
Surrounded by a variety of latin music (such as salsa, cumbia, merengue and folk dances) from an early age, Lili took every opportunity to take to the dance floor. 

Two years ago, she developed an interest in Belly dancing after seeing Turkish dancer Tanyeli featured on a TV programme. Lili was mesmerised by the grace of the dancers, and decided to take up lessons in London.  Two years on she continues her training, and performs regularly with a troupe called Bellyssima. 

As a solo artist she enjoys experimenting with various types of dance such as Hip Hop, Tribal and Latin fusion, reflecting her eclectic personality.