Bharatanatyam: Beginner I

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Khushi Dance Academy

Location Pin 142 Bowers St

class icon Group Class

Calendar 4 yrs - 17 yrs

Available Times

Schedule Details

Ongoing

Pricing

Group Class

60min

$60

Monthly

Semi-Private Class: 5-7 kids

60min

$120

Monthly

Semi-Private Class: 4 kids

60min

$180

Monthly

Quarterly Group Class

60min

$180

Quarterly Semi-Private Class: 5-7 kids

60min

$360

Quarterly Semi-Private Class: 4 kids

60min

$540

Trial Lesson

Free

Description

Beginner: * Pranam/Namashkar with its meaning. * Dance steps (adavus) of Pandanallur-style Bharatanatyam (From Tattadavu to Jaathi adavu -> 8 Lessons containing 35 Adavus) * Single hand gestures (Asamyuta Hastas). * Double hand gestures (Samyuta Hastas) * Dance hand gestures (Nrutha Hastas) * Basic theory of Bharatanatyam, Components of Bharatanatyam, Benefits of Bharatanatyam, Styles of Bharatanatyam, Terms used in Bharatanatyam and their definitions. * Exercises helpful specifically to do Bharatanatyam will be practiced in class. * Basic Asanas(Yoga postures) that are helpful for dance will be taught and practiced. * Classes focus on developing balance and alignment in Samapada(Standing position), aramandi(Half-sit posture), and natyarambha/sthanaka(starting) positions. * Practice tests will be given to students at the end of the Beginner level that will include theory and practical's.

About Khushi Dance Academy

Khushi Dance Academy's mission is to teach students discipline, concentration, focus, positive attitude, unity, and above all, awareness of Indian culture through classical dance forms. The techniques learned through Bharatanatyam are essential in becoming a versatile, graceful, and strong dancer. A key goal for Khushi Dance Academy is to instill in its dancers an enthusiasm and desire to have a positive influence within their community. We train students for the full Margam of Bharatanatyam and also make them capable of choreographing on their own.