Soraya Doherty

Soraya Doherty is the owner and creator of RAQISA® Belly Dance and the nationally accredited RAQ THE BARRE® program.  She brings over 21 years of experience in the fitness industry and a lifetime as a trained belly dancer.  In addition to her fitness experience,  Soraya drew from her Lebanese American roots, her award winning belly dance style, and her professional (musical) theatrical career to create RAQISA® as an empowering wellness brand providing education and elevation!  Soraya is an international presenter, and is certified as a group fitness professional with ACE, AFAA, and AEA.  She holds a BA from San Jose State University and an MA from San Francisco State University in the Theatre Arts and is SAG Member.