Intro to Bharatanatyam - An Indian Classical Dance
This one-time class will introduce the Indian classical dance form - Bharatanatyam. Students will learn about the history of this dance form, basic steps and a short choreography
Indu Sridharan
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest dances of India. The name itself means “Dance of India” (Bharat is another name for India). This introduction class will provide a taste of the beauty of this ancient and intricate art form. In this class, students will learn a short history of bharatanatyam, some basic postures and gestures as well as simple steps. They will also learn a short dance based on those steps and movements. I am a patient and enthusiastic teacher. My mantra is that there is no such thing as perfection; only practice. Therefore, I encourage my students to not be afraid of mistakes and to keep trying. Prior experience in any form for dance is useful but not necessary for taking this class.
Learning Goals
The lesson will consist of:
- " Namaskara" or Indian style greeting
- History of the dance, different styles and costumes
- Stretching exercise to warm up
- Basic sitting, standing, walking movements
- Basic steps and short choreography for a song
I will be talking about the history, showing them the various postures and steps, and the choreography and also provide feedback to help the students achieve correct posture and movements.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Safety measures:
1) Dress code: Dress comfortably in a top and loose fitting pants. Avoid tight shirts or tight pants as these will restrict movement.
2) Footwear: Please do not wear socks during the session as this might cause slipping.
2) Workout space: We will not be jumping or leaping excessively in this class. All movements will be slow to medium speed. HOWEVER, please ensure that the space is free of clutter or furniture so the student can move safely and freely. Please avoid carpeted areas to avoid friction while moving.
4) Other: I will provide a 2 min break half way into the session so students can rest. Please keep a water bottle and a towel handy. Parental supervision is advised for students who have never taken a movement/dance class before.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Source Material for the history:
Indian Classical Dance: The Renaissance and Beyond (2015) by Leela Venkatraman
https://www.britannica.com/art/bharata-natyam
Joined October, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have trained in Bharatanatyam for 15 years and currently run a dance school for kids. What I love about this art form is its emphasis on precision but also its broad applicability to any kind of music genre. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
1-3 learners per class
