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Originally Posted by leylalanty

Raqia is a gracious, friendly woman. At the risk of sounding like your "Auntie Leyla" here's an example of what to say:

"hello, May I please speak with Madame Raqia?", no matter who answers, because one of 3 or 4 people, including Raqia, could answer the phone. Everyone who could answer speaks English. Then when she's confirmed it's her speaking or she comes to the phone, "Hello, my name is .... I wrote to you two (or ?) weeks ago about taking classes from you. When would be a good day and time for the first class?" She'll talk with you about the class and give you directions to get to her apartment, which is near the Cairo Sharaton. Then be sure to ask what her fee is. I really do not believe it is possible for ANYone to bargain with her about her private lesson fee. The fee quoted by Dheisha, 350LE (about $65 American) sounds about right.

You will learn a lot from her. I've learned a lot from her both in private lessons and public workshops over the years.

Thank you!! I feel much better having a script!!