Every Saturday and Sunday, children ages 6 to 14 learn the footwork, the folklore, and the pride of Palestinian dabke, building confidence and friendships that last well beyond the dance floor.
Al-Horreyah Dabkeh School welcomes children ages 6 to 14 to learn the value of community, family, and culture through the traditional dance of Dabke. Across each 18-week program, students build a stronger connection to Arab heritage, grow their confidence, and form friendships that carry far beyond the dance floor — all while preparing for a gala performance in front of the people who matter most to them.
Founded and led by Sarah & Ahmed Zeytoun, every class carries one purpose: keeping Palestinian traditions alive in a new generation.
Two focused hours each week build the kind of poise that carries from the stage into the classroom.
From the meaning of the Kuffiyeh to the story of Zareef al-Tul, every lesson carries a piece of Palestine forward.
Eighteen weeks of rehearsing side by side turn classmates into a second family.
Every term builds toward a gala performance in front of family, friends, and the wider community.
Every term closes with a gala night for 150–200 guests. Students perform in front of their families, sponsors, and community — the moment eighteen weeks of rehearsal are built for.
Saturday and Sunday sessions where students learn footwork, formation, and the stories behind every step — guided by Sarah & Ahmed Zeytoun week after week.
Beyond the studio, our students have performed at Arab Sunfest, the Middle East Festival, and Run for Palestine — carrying dabke to audiences across London.
Students learn the history of Dabke, the meaning of the Kuffiyeh, and the folk tales of Zareef al-Tul and Jafra — culture taught alongside every class.
Our end-of-term gala brings all four performance groups, their families, and the wider community together for one night of dance, food, music, and celebration.
From bazaar advertising to a three-minute spotlight on our gala stage, our sponsorship packages connect your business with London’s Arab community while supporting the students who carry Palestinian culture forward.
"My daughter found a piece of her grandmother's village in this group. Watching her dance at the gala — in her Kuffiyeh, surrounded by friends who feel like family — was worth every early Saturday morning."
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