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BHARATHANATYAM

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KATHAK

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FOLK DANCE

STAGE EVENTS

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STAGE EVENTS

STAGE EVENTS

STAGE EVENTS

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bharathanatyam Curriculum

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  • Level 1 – Introductory Certificate: Introduction to Bharatanatyam fundamentals, forming the basis of our Bharatanatyam curriculum, including body positions, Anga Shuddhi, basic adavus, tala awareness, hastas, and devotional slokas. 
  • Level 2 – Foundation Certificate: Development of adavu technique, coordination, balance, rhythm, and the study of Shiro, Drishti, Greeva, and Pada Bhedhas, essential for students in our dance classes in Bangalore. 
  • Level 3 – Primary Certificate: Introduction to the Bharatanatyam repertoire through Alarippu and Pushpanjali, while strengthening adavus, tala knowledge, and foundational dance theory.
  •  Level 4 – Junior Diploma: Exploration of pure dance (Nritta) through Kavithvam and Jathiswaram, with a deeper understanding of tala, laya, rasa, and abhinaya concepts.
  •  Level 5 – Intermediate Diploma: Introduction to Nrithya through Shabdam and Keerthanam, developing expressive communication, storytelling, and devotional interpretation.
  •  Level 6 – Higher Diploma: Advanced abhinaya training through Padam, focusing on Nayika-Nayaka Bhava, emotional depth, character portrayal, and interpretative skills.
  •  Level 7 – Advanced Senior Diploma: Mastery of the core Margam through Varnam and Thillana, integrating technique, rhythm, stamina, musicality, and artistic excellence. 
  • Level 8 – Master Diploma: Comprehensive mastery of the Bharatanatyam Margam, Nattuvangam, dance literature, choreography, pedagogy, and performance as a complete Bharatanatyam artist and teacher, including elements found in the Kathak curriculum.

Other Course

  • Certificate in Tala and Nattuvangam. 
  • Certificate in Margam. 
  • These courses are designed to enhance your skills in the Bharathanatyam curriculum, alongside our comprehensive dance classes in Bangalore. 

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kathak Curriculum

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  • Level 1 – Introductory Certificate

Introduction to the fundamentals of Kathak, including basic body posture, Anga Shuddhi, Tatkar (footwork), simple chakkars, Teentaal awareness, basic hastas, devotional Vandana, and introductory padhant (rhythmic recitation) as part of the Kathak curriculum.


  • Level 2 – Foundation Certificate

Development of Tatkar technique, balance, coordination, rhythm, and laya awareness through Teentaal compositions. This level introduces Thaat, Aamad, Toda, Tihai, Gat Nikas, and basic stage presentation skills, complementing your dance classes in Bangalore.


  • Level 3 – Primary Certificate

Strengthening of Kathak technique through advanced Teentaal compositions, Paran, Chakradar compositions, Rangamanch Pranam, Kavitt, and introductory Gat Bhav. This level also focuses on building confidence in padhant, layakari, and expressive movement within the Kathak curriculum.


  • Level 4 – Junior Diploma

Exploration of the classical Kathak repertoire through Teentaal, Jhaptaal, and Ektaal compositions, while deepening understanding of tala, laya, nritta, abhinaya, and traditional Gat Nikas and Gat Bhav presentations.


  • Level 5 – Intermediate Diploma

Introduction to expressive Kathak (Nritya) through Bhajan, Hori, Kavitt, and narrative compositions. Development of storytelling skills, character portrayal, devotional interpretation, and advanced rhythmic understanding through multiple talas, enhancing the overall learning experience in dance classes in Bangalore.


  • Level 6 – Higher Diploma

Advanced training in abhinaya through Thumri, Bhajan, Tarana, and Gat Bhav, with emphasis on Nayika Bheda, emotional expression, interpretative depth, and the integration of nritta and nritya in performance, building upon the Kathak curriculum.


  • Level 7 – Advanced Senior Diploma

Mastery of advanced Kathak repertoire through complex talas, Layakari, Kayada, Rela, Chalan, Navarasa, Dashavatara, and sophisticated Gat Bhav presentations, integrating technical brilliance, rhythmic command, stamina, musicality, and artistic maturity, essential for dancers pursuing a comprehensive kathak curriculum.


  • Level 8 – Master Diploma

Comprehensive mastery of Kathak performance, choreography, padhant, tala studies, repertoire development, dance literature, pedagogy, music appreciation, and stagecraft, preparing the student to emerge as a complete Kathak performer, choreographer, researcher, and teacher.

Other couses

  • Certificate Course in Abhinaya Geet, part of the Kathak curriculum, offers an in-depth understanding of expressive dance. Additionally, our Certificate Course in Indian Dance History includes comprehensive modules on various dance styles, including Kathak curriculum. For those interested in honing their skills, we also provide exceptional dance classes in Bangalore, focusing on choreography and performance.

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FOLK CURRICULAM

Join our folk dance workshops that highlight the colourful and diverse traditions of Indian folk arts. These sessions include interactive dance routines, storytelling elements, and cultural insights, making them ideal for students, teachers, and community groups interested in traditional Indian dance.  

STAGE EVENTS

Students are progressively introduced to:


- Temple dance festivals and devotional performances

- Academy annual productions and dance showcases

- School and college cultural programs

- Private and community events

- Inter-academy festivals and competitions

- National and international cultural festivals

- Collaborative dance productions and thematic presentations


Ranga Vandana (Salanga Pooja / Gajje Pooja)


Ranga Vandana is a significant milestone in a student's dance journey and is conducted for students who have successfully completed approximately 2–3 years of training within the Bharatanatyam curriculum. This ceremonial performance marks the dancer's readiness to step onto the stage with confidence and devotion. It serves as an offering to the art form, the Guru, and the divine, while providing the student with valuable stage experience.


Annual Dance Showcase – Nrithya Sandhya


An annual dance presentation, Nrithya Sandhya, is organized to provide students with opportunities to perform before an audience. Intermediate and advanced-level students participate in solo and group presentations, enabling them to develop stage presence, performance skills, teamwork, and artistic expression.


Ranga Pravesha (Arangetram)


Ranga Pravesha, traditionally known as the Arangetram, is the formal debut performance of a Bharatanatyam student. It is generally conducted after the successful completion of Level 5 and approximately 5–6 years of systematic training in the Kathak curriculum. The Arangetram signifies the student's proficiency in technique, theory, rhythm, expression, repertoire, and stagecraft, marking their transition from student performer to an independent classical dancer.

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