Haflas
A 'Hafla' is another name for belly dance party. As a dancer, it is the perfect way to meet up with like-minded people, catch up with friends, and perform. Don't worry, you do not to - you can just come along and enjoy, enjoy the atmosphere and watch the performances. AND you do not have to be a dancer to attend.
Next Event Date:
Saturday 31st October 2026
Spookilicious 13!!!! Is it unlucky 13?
7.30pm - midnight
Saturday 31st October 2026
Spookilicious 13!!!! Is it unlucky 13?
7.30pm - midnight
Join me for a Spook-ta-cular evening of dance and laughter. Why not come in fancy dress to make it feel more Spooky? Join in the Halloween quiz just for fun
Performances
Raffle for Just Because
General Boogie
Souk - tbc
Tickets cost £5
I try to keep my haflas fresh and exciting: trying to invite different sellers to each one, from the souk where you can buy new costumes and accessories, to the jewellery. I always have a raffle, the funds of which go to charity. Originally, that charity was Just Because, a charity which was originally set up to raise funds for a dancer who was suffering from Breast Cancer, but now raises funds for the women of Egypt with the same condition.
I have also raised funds for Welcome St Georges, a charity aiming to raise awareness of the plight of thousands of people living in the garbage villages around Cairo. I always ask guests to provide the raffle prizes. These can be unwanted and unopened gifts or something that has been bought at low cost. I also like to provide food for those who want it.
My latest charity (and my new permanent charity) is The M.S. Society, for personal reasons.
Many dancers like to perform, and a hafla is a great way of doing this in a friendly and welcoming environment. Anyone who has attended a hafla will know that there is a diverse range of styles which always makes the performances interesting.
March Haflas
My March haflas focus on more traditional Egyptian practices and I try to encourage more social dancing because this is a really good way of learning how to dance in a more natural environment.
I have also raised funds for Welcome St Georges, a charity aiming to raise awareness of the plight of thousands of people living in the garbage villages around Cairo. I always ask guests to provide the raffle prizes. These can be unwanted and unopened gifts or something that has been bought at low cost. I also like to provide food for those who want it.
My latest charity (and my new permanent charity) is The M.S. Society, for personal reasons.
Many dancers like to perform, and a hafla is a great way of doing this in a friendly and welcoming environment. Anyone who has attended a hafla will know that there is a diverse range of styles which always makes the performances interesting.
March Haflas
My March haflas focus on more traditional Egyptian practices and I try to encourage more social dancing because this is a really good way of learning how to dance in a more natural environment.