Since 1977 Tahya has been devoted to presenting as well as teaching this dance steeped in antiquity. Traditionally a dance handed down from generation to generation, mother to daughter, grandmother to grandaughter, it gives Tahya great pleasure to share these movements with young ladies. The dance adds grace and style as self-esteem is boosted.

Tahya taught and guided my daughter, who started classes with Tahya when she was only 8 years old (she's in college now minoring in dance). Tahya is a gifted and patient instructor who generously imparts her knowledge about this ancient and beautiful art form, transcending cultural boundaries and breaking through the stereotypical (negative) images society has of "belly dancing."

- Carol Repyneck