WOMEN’S NIGHT
A private women’s gathering
hosted by The Raqs Lab.
OUR WHY?
Women’s Night is a private gathering created to bring women together through movement, culture, and community.
Inspired by the warmth of traditional women’s gatherings across many Middle Eastern cultures, this evening is designed to be welcoming, beginner-friendly, and open to women of all backgrounds and experience levels.
Whether you’re taking your very first Raqs Sharqi class or simply looking for a meaningful evening with other women, Women’s Night offers a supportive environment where you can learn, connect, and celebrate together.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
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Rubi is a Brazilian belly dancer specializing in Brazilian-style Gypsy dance, Raqs Sharqi (Middle Eastern dance), and the rich cultures that inspire them. She is the owner of Rubi Entertainment, providing professional performances for restaurants, hookah lounges, weddings, private events, and cultural celebrations.
With a lifelong passion for dance and over 10 years of teaching experience, Rubi works with both beginners and professional dancers, helping them build confidence, refine their technique, and explore authentic folkloric styles.
She is excited to begin this new chapter in Miami alongside the amazing Valentina, creating a welcoming space where women can learn, grow, connect, and celebrate dance together - because we are stronger together!
Socials
https://www.instagram.com/rubi.mendez_/
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Valentina Giraldo is an international Raqs Sharqi performer, educator, and founder of The Raqs Lab. She began dancing at the age of 10 and has dedicated her life to the study, performance, and preservation of Middle Eastern dance. Throughout her career, she has trained with renowned artists and performed for audiences across the United States and internationally, sharing the artistry and cultural richness of Raqs Sharqi.
With a background in Psychology and Women’s Studies, Valentina is passionate about creating experiences that extend beyond dance. She believes movement has the power to build confidence, foster meaningful connections, and celebrate culture in an authentic and welcoming way.
Through The Raqs Lab, her mission is to create inspiring spaces where women of all backgrounds and experience levels feel empowered to learn, grow, connect, and experience the beauty of Raqs Sharqi in a supportive community.
Socials
https://www.instagram.com/valentinaagiraldo
RUBI
VALENTINA
A Space Designed for Women🫶🏽
Women’s Night is intentionally designed as a private women-only gathering where every attendee can feel comfortable, welcomed, and free to enjoy the experience.
The venue will be closed to men throughout the evening. To respect every guest’s privacy, photography and video will only take place during designated optional moments. Outside of those times, we kindly ask that no photos or videos be taken.
Our hope is to create an environment where every woman feels comfortable being fully present.
The Experience ✨
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Begin your evening with a complimentary welcome drink, included with your ticket. Choose from coffee, tea, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, or non-alcoholic beverages…whatever makes you feel most comfortable as you settle in and connect with the other women attending.
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Led by Valentina and Rubi, our two beginner-friendly workshops are designed to introduce the foundations of Raqs Sharqi while helping you build confidence, explore movement, connect with the music, and experience the joy of dance in a welcoming and supportive environment. No dance experience is required.
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Throughout the evening, enjoy performances by your hosts, Valentina and Rubi, along with invited guest artists from our local dance community. Together, these performances celebrate the artistry, cultural richness, and diversity of Raqs Sharqi while highlighting the incredible talent within our community.
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Women who would like to share a dance are warmly invited to perform in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether it’s your first performance or your fiftieth, participation is completely optional and intended to celebrate community rather than competition.
Contact your host Valentina or Rubi if you’d like to perform.
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The evening concludes with an open dance floor where everyone is invited to dance, practice, celebrate, and enjoy the music together. It’s a chance to connect, have fun, and simply enjoy the experience in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Experience Details
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
📅 Date
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
🕡 Time
Kan Zaman
1826 N University Dr
Plantation, FL 33322
📍 Location
FAQ’s
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Not at all. Women’s Night is designed with beginners in mind while remaining enjoyable for dancers of all levels.
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Wear anything you feel comfortable moving in. Workout clothes, dancewear, or modest attire are all welcome.
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Absolutely. Many attendees come on their own, and Women’s Night is designed to foster connection in a warm and welcoming environment.
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Photography and video will only take place during designated optional moments. Outside of those times, no photography or filming will be permitted.
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No. The guest performance opportunity is completely optional.