Ep 377. Ahmed Refaat: Finding Your Personal Style in Egyptian Folklore

Ahmed Refaat is an Egyptian folkloric dancer, choreographer, and master teacher with over 35 years of experience dedicated to preserving and sharing the richness of Egyptian dance culture. Beginning his dance journey at the age of nine at El Gezira Youth Center under renowned teacher Mokhtar Mustafa, Ahmed later became an instructor himself, training new generations of dancers from a young age. He has performed and taught at major festivals across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, including appearances in the Mahmoud Reda anniversary performances in Alexandria, Rome, and Madrid. Today, he is a sought-after international teacher, performer, and choreographer, known for his deep cultural knowledge, strong artistic vision, and passion for helping dancers understand not only the movements, but also the feeling, music, and spirit behind Egyptian dance traditions.