HEZZ YA WEZZ is the biggest Oriental dance festival in Bulgaria organised by Warda.
The event presents the beauty of belly dance and the richness of traditional folklore of Middle East.
Every year we have one of the best master teachers from the world. Till the moment the festival hosted students from more than 20 countries.
12 WORLD KNOWN MASTERS
GALA SHOWS
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
BOMBASTIC AFTER PARTY
POOL & SPA CENTER
Don’t miss the chance to be part of the
6th Butterfly edition! 7-10 November 2024.
TRAILER OF OUR LAST 5-TH EDITION
WHY WHOULD US?
More than 10 years of experience.
More than 15 succesfull international belly dance events and trips to Middle East.
Because we promise an atmosphere that keeps everyone going back.
SCHEDULE 2024
You are a BEGINNER? Don’t worry!
Some of the workshops are suitable even for students without experience.
Write to us and we will guide you which are the most suitable options for you!
PACKAGES & PRICES OF WORKSHOPS
HOTEL
Spa Hotel Tsarsko selo offers:
* Amazing ballroom for the workshops and shows
* An extensive spa area with 2 pools
* Elegant rooms with air condition and balcony
* Jacuzzi, sauna, turkish bath & hammam
* Massages & beauty center
* Fitness center
* Restaurant which serves Bulgarian dishes
* A bar with different drinks
Last but not least…
The hotel is situated in the end of Sofia, on the foot of Vitosha Mountain so there is amazing fresh air, lovely views and beautiful nature.
Sofia city centre is only 8 km away so you can go there easy by taxi or by public transport which stops front of the hotel!
Hurry up! The places in the hotel are limited...
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TEACHERS 2024
MOHAMED SHAHIN
Inspirational instructor, world-renowned performer and challenging choreographer of Oriental Dance and Middle Eastern Folklore. His powerful technique and masterful knowledge of all styles of Middle Eastern Dance has turned him into one of the most sought after dance instructors and performers in the world today! He currently lives in New York City but has been touring internationally full-time since 2004.
MOHAMED KAZAFY
A worldwide famous for being one of the main soloists of the legendary REDA TROUPE. He is admired by dancers for his precise technique, elegant style and the ability to break down moves and to present choreography in a clear and focused way. He is the founder of Kazafy Troupe with professional groups in more than 20 countries.
KAREEM GAD
Egyptian international master teacher, co-founder and co-director of Bellmasry dance company based in Paris. A worldwide choreographer, known by his subtile techniques & riches choreographies in all style of Egyptian dance Since childhood, his curiosity about the art led him to discover and study the art of singing, music, poetry, percussion, acting and dance.
PRINCE KAYAMMER
He has 20 years experience in oriental dance. He teaches at festivals in more than 40 countries and trained a lot of professional dancers. His choreographies won more than 100 Golden medals at international competitions! Winner of the title ‘Favourite Male Belly Dancer of the Year’ by Essencia Oriental Awards. Well known for his great technique, power and emotions.
DARIYA MITSKEVICH
Dariya is a true star of Oriental dance coming from Ukraine. She is invited all over the world to teach and perform. As a teenager, she started to take ballroom dancing courses before she dedicated herself to bellydance. At the age of 17 she won the competition of Ahlan Wa Sahlan in Cairo. Dariya has a strong technique, a modern style, and a stunning interpretation. Today, she is one of the best bellydancers in the world.
WARDA
Professional dancer & certified instructor of Oriental Dance. Famous with her pure Egyptian style, deep emotion and strong technique. She gave many classes in Bulgaria and abroad. Deeply connected to oriental culture, she speaks Arabic and gives many lectures about Middle eastern life and traditions. She performes in Egypt at weddings, boats and 5-star hotels and participated in music videos of Arab TV stars.
KRISTINA DERKACH
International teacher, organizer and performer of oriental dance. She travelled over 30 countries teaching bellydance and folklore. She is a winner of numerous competitions all over the world. She managed her own dance school “Amal” for about 10 years in Kyiv. Her students becames champions of international competitions and famous teachers. She was organizer of the biggest festival in Ukraine Al Hayat Festival. Now she is one of the most wanted and famous dancers in Egypt, Emirates, Kuwait and other Arab countries.
VERONIKA SHULKEVICH
A World Champion international teacher, choreographer and dancer from Ukraine. A certified teacher of the International Association of Eastern Dance (IAED), as well as winner of multiple national and international competitions. She is well known for her unique style and dynamic performances, that are full of passion She gave workshops in many different countries such as Japan, China, Korea, Poland, Egypt, Greece, Switzerland, Spain, Germany and many others.
ALIDA LIN
A professional oriental dancer from Taiwan. At the age of 3, she started to practice dance in the Folklore National Dance Troupe. Since childhood, she has been traveling around the world with the group. Graduated from Hwa Kang Arts School of Dance & Chinese Culture University Department of Dance A founder of Alida Raqs Group and organiser of Raqs Taiwan Dance Festival Alida is a 1st winner of high level international competitions in many countries including Egypt. With her precise technique now she is invited to teach in many different countries in the Globe.
MIMI SOKOLOVA
One of the 1st belly dancers in Bulgaria, starting her career in the biggest Arabic restaurant in Sofia in 1993. Later she performed in Macedonia, Lebanon, Türkiye… In 1997 she moved to Switzerland cause of the dance. She participates in numerous International Festivals in the World. Certificated teacher with diplomas from Berlin, Paris and Italy.. Currently she teaches Belly Dance in Montreux. Since 2014, she become organizer of Orient El Hob Festival in Bulgaria. Then from year 2018 she organises Leylet Hob Festival in Switzerland.
BORIANA DIMITROVA
She has rich experience in the art of dance. She is the winner of many prestigious international Bellydance competitions. She is a founder of Sarab Oriental dance school, where she teaches students from absolute beginners to professionals. In addition to teaching, she also creates show programs and has numerous performances in TV shows.
VIOLETA VALCHEVA
She is a professional dancer, choreographer & belly dance instructor. Finalist in professional categories and a judge in international competitions. A qualified teacher with multiple trainings, she is the founder of the Badriya Oriental Dance School & a leader of the professional show group - Violeta Dance Company. Since 2019 she is part of the international troupe for Egyptian folklore of Mohamed Kazafy.
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