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What is Bharatanatyam?
What is Bharatanatyam?
Bharatanatyam is a living tradition that has been developed, practiced and evolved over several centuries in India. Predominantly practiced in the South of India and guided by Shastra and Sampradaya, it brings together rhythm, expression, grace, music, and storytelling in a deeply meaningful way.
CLASSES
CLASSES
A welcoming space to learn this classical art form with clarity, discipline, and appreciation.
Open to beginners and those with prior experience, the classes explore technique, beauty, and cultural depth while helping students build confidence, focus, coordination, and artistic expression.
For students and families outside of India, they also provide an engaging way to experience Indian classical tradition.
CLASS STRUCTURE AND TEACHING STYLE
Our classes are structured to support steady and thoughtful learning.
Each class begins with warm-up and foundational work, followed by technical practice, rhythmic exercises, and choregraphies
The classes follow a structured training pedagogy with a defined syllabus for each level of training. The general syllabus in each level includes:
Basic posture and alignment
Adavus and other basic body movements
Basics of music (carnatic style) and rhythms
Traditional compositions
Performance preparation
We balance discipline with encouragement, ensuring that students not only learn steps, but also understand the essence of the art form. Our approach is structured, nurturing, and age-appropriate.
Do I need prior experience to join?
Do I need prior experience to join?
No! Beginners are welcome, and no prior experience in Bharatanatyam is required.
What age groups do you teach?
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children, teens, and adults.
What should students wear?
What should students wear?
Comfortable dance attire that allows movement is recommended. Specific clothing guidelines can be shared upon enquiry.
Are classes suitable for students who are new to Indian dance?
Are classes suitable for students who are new to Indian dance?
Yes. Our classes are designed to be accessible and welcoming, even for students who are discovering Bharatanatyam for the first time.
Do you offer trial classes?
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, trial classes are available. Please check here for opening and registration: Register
How do I enrol?
How do I enrol?
Please register for the trial class which will also be an assessment class to place you in the appropriate group/ level. All other details will be given in the trial class
Will students get performance opportunities?
Will students get performance opportunities?
Yes, as students progress, they may have opportunities to participate in showcases, recitals, or other performance experiences. We organise a yearly student showcase where every student will have an opportunity to participate
Is Bharatanatyam only for those who want to become professional dancers?
Is Bharatanatyam only for those who want to become professional dancers?
Not at all. Bharatanatyam is for anyone who wishes to learn, appreciate, and engage with the art form meaningfully.
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