Bharatanatyam - Indian Classical Dance lessons for beginners to Advanced level

From 20.74 £ /h

From Complete Beginner to Confident Performer!

Have you always wanted to learn Bharatanatyam but felt it was too late to start?
Perhaps you've never danced before, feel hesitant about your flexibility, rhythm, or coordination, or simply don't know where to begin.
This course is designed specifically to guide students from the very first step, regardless of age or prior experience.
Under the my guidance, students learn Bharatanatyam and Bharatanrityam through a structured curriculum inspired by the teachings of Padma Vibhushan Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam and the timeless principles of the Natya Shastra.
Every concept is taught patiently and systematically, ensuring that students develop strong foundations while enjoying the learning process.
Whether your goal is personal enrichment, fitness, stage performance, examinations, or a deeper understanding of Indian culture, this course provides the guidance and support needed to progress with confidence.

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Why Learn Here?

Learn from the Ground Up
No prior dance experience is required.
Every movement, posture, rhythm pattern, and expression is broken down into simple, easy-to-follow steps. Questions are always welcome, and students are encouraged to learn at their own pace without fear of making mistakes.

Individual Attention Matters
Every student learns differently.
Classes focus on correcting posture, improving technique, building confidence, and ensuring that each student understands why they are performing a movement—not just how.

Beyond Dance Steps
Students don't simply memorize choreography.
They gradually develop an understanding of rhythm, expression, storytelling, stage presence, and the cultural roots of Bharatanatyam, creating a more meaningful connection with the art form.

A Structured Learning Path
Many students struggle because they learn random pieces without proper foundations.
This curriculum follows a progressive path that develops strength, coordination, technique, expression, and performance skills in a logical sequence.

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What You Will Learn?

BEGINNER LEVEL – Building a Strong Foundation

• Body conditioning(warm up exercises) and posture alignment
• Basic Adavus and movement techniques
• Introduction to Talam and rhythm
• Coordination and balance
• Asamyukta and Samyukta Hastas
• Sthanas & Hasta Karanas
• Bhedas - Angas (Shiro, Uro, Paarshva, Paada, Khati, Baahu Bhedas)
• Bhedas - Upangas (Udara, Uru, Jaanu, Jangha, Charanguli, Tala & Gulpha Bhedas)
• Movements for expressions - Mukhajas (Dhrishti, Akshiputa, Bru, Greeva & Adara)
• Introduction to Natya Sastra concepts

Outcome: Develop confidence, body awareness, rhythm, and strong fundamentals.

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL – Strengthening Technique

• Advanced Adavus and korvais
• Techniques to improve stamina
• Charis(Boochaari & Aakasha Charis) and Bhramari techniques
• Nritta Hastas
• Rhythm development and coordination
• Introduction to Abhinaya (Natyam)
• Simple choreographies for deeper understanding of Nrittam & Nrityam
• Sancharis(Story telling through bharatanatyam) & kalpana (creativity boosters)

Outcome: Move with greater precision, stamina, musicality, and expression.

ADVANCED LEVEL – Performance and Bharatanrityam Training

• Alarippu and Jathiswaram training
• Kouthvam(Ganesha, Murugar & Nataraja), Varnam, Tillana and advanced choreographies
• Shabdams & Padams
• Complete Margam repertoire
• Natya Sastra theory
• Bharatanrityam concepts and techniques
• Introduction to the 108 Karanas
• Performance preparation and Arangetram guidance

Outcome: Develop into a confident performer with a deeper understanding of the art!
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Perfect For
✅ Complete beginners
✅ Children and adults
✅ Students returning to dance after a break
✅ Bharatanatyam students seeking stronger fundamentals
✅ Dancers interested in Natya Shastra and Bharatanrityam
✅ Students preparing for performances, examinations, or Arangetram

A Personal Note
My goal is simple: To make Bharatanatyam accessible, enjoyable, and authentic for every sincere learner.

Whether you join with absolutely no dance background or with years of experience, you will be guided step by step in a supportive environment where questions are encouraged, progress is celebrated, and every student is given the opportunity to grow into a confident dancer.

Extra information

Student Benefits:
Online classes from anywhere in the world
Individual and group learning options
Flexible scheduling across time zones
Personal feedback and corrections
Course completion certificates

Location

Online from India

About Me

Namaskaram!

I am Kum. Naveena, a Bharatanatyam and Bharatanrityam practitioner, teacher, and lifelong student of Indian classical dance.

My dance journey began at a young age, and over the past two decades, Bharatanatyam has become much more than a performing art to me—it has been a path of discipline, self-discovery, creativity, and cultural connection. Today, I am grateful to share that journey with students from different age groups and backgrounds.

As a teacher, I believe that every student can learn to dance when guided with patience, clarity, and encouragement. Many beginners hesitate because they feel they are not flexible enough, don't have a sense of rhythm, or are starting too late. My classes are designed to remove those fears and help students build confidence one step at a time.

I focus on creating a supportive learning environment where questions are always welcome, corrections are constructive, and students feel comfortable progressing at their own pace. Whether your goal is to learn Bharatanatyam as a hobby, reconnect with your cultural roots, prepare for performances, or pursue dance more seriously, I strive to make the learning process structured, enjoyable, and meaningful.

Along with technique and choreography, I introduce students to the rich traditions, stories, and concepts that make Bharatanatyam one of India's most treasured classical art forms. My aim is not simply to teach dance movements, but to nurture well-rounded dancers who understand and appreciate the beauty behind what they perform.

I look forward to being a part of your dance journey.

Education

• Direct disciple of Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam and Shri Hemnath Shanmugam
• Over 20 years of dedicated training in Bharatanatyam and Bharatanrityam
• Completed Salangai Pooja at the age of 6
• Completed Bharatanrityam Arangetram at the age of 14
• Certified in Nritya Pravesika, Nritya Visarada, and Nritya Shaali
• Specialized training in the 108 Karanas of the Natya Shastra
• Recognized as "Dancer on Cyber Cloud" by the APAN International Conference (2019)

Academic Background
B.E. Computer Science Engineering at Madras Institute of Technology (MIT), Chennai

My academic background enables me to combine the depth of traditional dance training with organized, effective, and engaging teaching methods for today's learners.

Experience / Qualifications

Performance Experience

Performed in numerous productions presented by Nrithyodaya and Shri Shanmuganandha Dance School.
Presented performances in renowned Chennai auditoriums including:
o Narada Gana Sabha
o Music Academy
o Parthasarathy Swami Sabha
o Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
o Krishna Gana Sabha
o and other prestigious cultural venues

Had the privilege of sharing the stage with distinguished artists including:
o Padma Vibhushan Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam
o Dr. Gayatri Kannan
o Ms. Mahati Kannan
o Ms. Vithya Arasu
o Actor Vineeth
o And several eminent dancers and musicians...

Teaching Experience
• Over 6 years of teaching experience
• Trained students across a wide range of age groups, from young children to adults
• Experience conducting both online and offline classes
• Guided students in examinations, performances, and stage presentations
• Specialized training available in Bharatanrityam and the 108 Karanas

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Hindi

Tamil

Skills

Dance

Bollywood dance

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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20-24

Learn the 108 Karanas of Natyashastra – Bharatanrityam Training

31.11 £ /h

The 108 Karanas described in the Natyashastra represent one of the oldest and most sophisticated movement systems in the world. They form the foundation of Indian classical dance traditions and continue to inspire dancers, scholars, and choreographers today.

This course is designed for serious Bharatanatyam practitioners who wish to move beyond repertoire and explore the deeper movement vocabulary preserved through the Bharatanrityam tradition of Padma Vibhushan Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam.

Students will develop a practical and theoretical understanding of the Karanas, their constituent elements, and their application within the broader framework of the Natyashastra. The training emphasizes precision, coordination, body awareness, and the seamless integration of movement principles that enrich both performance and teaching.

Classes are conducted by Kum. Naveena Muthukrishnan, a direct disciple of Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, with over 20 years of training in Bharatanatyam and Bharatanrityam.

What You Will Learn

• Bhedas and their role in movement articulation
• Nritta Hastas and their practical application
• Charis and movement pathways
• The 108 Karanas and their execution
• Movement transitions and coordination techniques
• Bharatanrityam movement principles
• Theoretical foundations from the Natyashastra
• Applications relevant to performance, teaching, and research

Suitable For

• Bharatanatyam dancers with 6+ years of training
• Dance teachers and choreographers
• Advanced students preparing for examinations, higher studies, or research
• Practitioners interested in Bharatanrityam and the Natyashastra tradition

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What you'll get:
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Our approach

Awaken the expression of the feminine
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What you receive - Much more than a course
Keys & techniques
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Relaxing moment
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Moment for yourself
With oneself, within oneself. A time to reconnect with one's femininity.

Positive affirmations
To strengthen mental strength and build self-esteem.

Gentle exercises
To stimulate the body and awaken the senses through music.

Targeted reinforcement
Calves, glutes, deep abdominals — develop balance and proprioception.

Elements worked
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Work on flexibility and grace

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Posture work

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Muscle building

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Body movements and synchronization

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Learning to walk in various types and heights of heels

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Understanding and taking ownership of one's own approach

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shy children
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confidence in front of others
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Course Structure
BEGINNER LEVEL: Building the Foundation ( starts with exercises)

* Practical Mastery: We cover basic Adavus up to Alarippu.

* Rhythmic Training: Understanding Talam (rhythmic beats) from the very beginning.

* Theory: Mastery of Asamyuktha and Samyuktha Hastas, Shiro, Drusthi, and Greeva Bhedas.

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL:

* Focused training on Alarippu and Jathiswaram Adavus.

* Complex Talam structures for Jathiswaram and Alarippu.

* Learning Padha, Bhramari, and Chari Bhedas.

* Introduction to Shabdham.

ADVANCED LEVEL:

* Complete mastery margam (sequence) , preparing students for professional stages and university examinations in Bharathanatyam.

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