SEMI - CLASSICAL BATCH

BEGINNER

Objective: Develop a foundation in semi-classical dance by understanding posture, grace, rhythm, and expression. Focus on body alignment, hand gestures (mudras), footwork, and facial expressions inspired by Indian classical dance forms blended with contemporary movement.

  • Warm-up: Begin with gentle stretches and breathing exercises, followed by light footwork and body isolations to prepare the body for dancing.

  • Technique: Learn basic hand gestures (mudras), simple spins (chakkars), and smooth transitions between movements.

  • Conditioning: Practice balance, arm and leg exercises, and core strengthening to build stability and coordination.

  • Musicality: Understand beats and rhythm, and learn to move in sync with the music.

  • Choreography: Perform short, easy combinations that focus on graceful movements and basic expressions.

INTERMEDIATE

Objective: Enhance coordination, endurance, and musical interpretation through faster routines and layered choreography.

  • Warm-up: Continue with stretching, flexibility exercises, and more complex footwork drills to prepare for longer routines.

  • Technique: Learn faster spins, cleaner hand gestures, and start telling stories through dance movements.

  • Conditioning: Increase stamina with longer practice sequences, and continue flexibility and core exercises.

  • Musicality: Understand tempo changes and use rhythm to express emotions through movement.

  • Choreography: Perform longer sequences with expressive storytelling and small group coordination.

ADVANCED

Objective: Master musicality, performance energy, and choreography execution with professional finesse.

  • Warm-up: Perform advanced stretches, stamina exercises, and rhythmic footwork to prepare for challenging routines.

  • Technique: Refine spins, intricate hand gestures, and body movements while focusing on personal expression.

  • Conditioning: Work on strength, flexibility, and control to execute advanced combinations gracefully.

  • Musicality: Understand complex rhythms and dynamics, and connect deeply with the music in performance.

  • Choreography: Learn advanced sequences suitable for solo or group performances, emphasizing storytelling and stage presence.