Yasmina has been dancing professionally and living in Cairo for many years.  She had a residency at the Meridian Helliopolis for most of this time but was also greatly in demand at weddings and parties.  Egyptians particularly liked her soft and fluid style.  I was lucky to see her dance at a wedding where her set was dynamic and entertaining.  She has a grace and fluidity that come across in everything she does.

Yasmina is also a great teacher and very much in demand all over the world.  She visits the UK often, both to see her family and teach workshops, including a regular stint at Ford Castle Residential Weekend.  She is also a well loved member of the fabulous Farha Tour

Yasmina also entertains our group at her home for an evening with Safaa and band playing (those of you who have seen the Farha Tour, will be familiar with Safaa and the band). Many people say this is the highlight of their week.  As Yasmina is now a mother she has taken a break from regular dancing in Cairo .  She is now concentrating on her work as a journalist and writes a regular column for the Nada magazine, and has no plans to take another permanent residency.

Yasmina knows most people in the dance world and facilitates dance related activities for the group.  She also keeps an eye on who is new on the dance scene and who is worth going to see.

Check out Yasmina's website www.yasminaofcairo.com
Also check out www.faridadance.com where we stock Yasmina's CDs and DVDs including her fascinating story of life as a foreign dancer in Cairo Journey of Desire

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