lassical, modern, oriental, Flamenco, Indian, Polynesian and French Cabaret; Rakiya is able to switch effortlessly between various dances. A multidisciplinary artist, she possesses a persistent determination to practice numerous dances. A multidisciplinary artist, she possesses a persistent determination to practice numerous dances. She says of her dance that she consumes it deeply, she is very eager to learn more styles! This diversity and mastery allow her to fully make use of each one of her dances in order to deliver an original and impactful result. |
She has trained and continues to train with some of the most renowned and innovative professors. It was, however, her meeting with Yasmina of Cairo that left an imprint in her oriental dancing. Enriched by her knowledge and skills, she has developed a unique style that truly sets her apart. |
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Upon her entry into the world of dance at a very young age, Rakiya was trained in classical dancing and, as a direct result, in music. From classical dancing, she has acquired rigor and structure; the accuracy and steadiness of this style provide her with the necessary foundations and framework required to teach any other style of dance. From modern dancing, Rakiya has acquired the exploration of a freer expression, complemented by the spontaneity and emancipation of oriental dancing. |
As a result of her understanding of music and its theory, Rakiya possesses an astounding ability to translate music into rhythms, movements and emotions. Her style perfectly reflects the link between musical understanding and the mastering of movements, in other words, a perfect fusion of body and soul. Trained in a purist and traditional dance, Rakiya has been able to enrich this style with a much more contemporary one. At times light and airy, at others cheeky and dauntless, Rakiya's dancing is powerful and surprising, she is able to bring extremes together and unite them! |
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