Soraya began studying Middle Eastern dance twelve years ago under the tutelage of professional belly dancer Tamar based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Over the years she has continued her Middle Eastern dance education by taking master classes and workshops with various performing artists in different areas of the dance such as Rachel Brice, Zoe Jacks, Dalia Carrera, Leila Gamal, Cassandra, Zahra Zuhair, Amel Tafsout, Fat Chance Bellydance, Jillina, Bozenka, and Aziza.

Today, Soraya performs, teaches and choreographs Middle Eastern dance, concentrating mostly on the Egyptian, or Raqs Sharqi, style of belly dance, and Flamenco. Career highlights include her appearances in Modern Luxury's Houston Magazine, cover of 002Magazine, Mango Punch's Video for "Que se lleve el viento mi dolor", performances at HCC Heinen Theater, the Jewish Community Center, Del Espadin Flamenco Fiestas, Miller Outdoor Theater, Loyola University (New Orleans), & various cafes & restaurants.