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When it comes to dancing this art form needs no age to be learnt. No matter how young or old you are, dance is one such activity that keeps you refreshed and energetic. If you love to dance and want to explore the different styles then the team of Antara can help you out. We are a team of excellent masters who have the certification in Indian classical dance forms.
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Bharatanatyam Dance classes in Dubai
Indian dance forms are not easy but with the right guru to teach you, these dance forms can be excelled and marvelled. If you are looking for Bharatanatyam dance classes in Dubai, then let the team of Antara help you out. We are the leaders in the industry. Our team members are all certified and have the knowledge of Indian dance forms to the core.
Dance is the hidden language of the soul
When it comes to the Indian dance forms, there is a craze for the same all across the globe. One can easily learn the form if the right guru is there to guide to from the scratch. If you are looking for dance school Karama then you must reach out to Antara and our team will be there to guide you. Always remember that dance needs no age so you can enjoy it with an open heart anytime you want to.
Play with your expressions and win hearts with your movements
The industry has the scarcity for good dancers. If you are looking to learn classical dance then reach out to Antara. We offer Bharatanatyam dance classes in Dubai to help you enjoy your passion for dancing.
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Kuchipudi Dance Classes in Dubai
Kuchipudi Dance Classes in Dubai” the only classical dance form which goes along with the name of the region itself, an art form which elevates the Abhinaya pattern to its heights making the dance more realistic in nature. Evolved from the drama tradition “Bhagavatha Mela” the dance also includes a structured format of techniques and solo repertoires introduced by Guru Shri Vedantam Lakshmi Narayana Sastry.
The technique of Kuchipudi makes use of fast rhythmic footwork and sculpturesque body movements. Stylized mime and subtle facial expression are some of the features which bring more color to the art form.
LEVEL 1 :
Introductory Course
The Introductory course in Kuchipudi focuses on the basic stature of the student to perform the Adavus (steps) at its right technique. The course at first focus on alignment of the body, body balancing, postures and hand gestures and finally performing the Adavus through a systematic andstep by step approach.
Intermediate Course – (A & B)
The Intermediate Course in Kuchipudi is aimed at understanding the movements of each adavu leading to Jathis (Patterned Rhythmic Syllables) to perform at accuracy. The student is taught to perform the Jathis with appropriate technique, body language and facial gestures. The first dance piece is also introduced in this course.
Program Highlights
Type : Introduction
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
275 ~ 300
Eligibility
Min. Age : 5 Years
Adavus - Basic Steps (21)
Warm up exercises and yoga
Basic postures
Alignment Of Body to perform Steps
Introducing Rhythm Patterns
Basic Footwork Practice (Paadha Bhedas)
Learning Of the Prayer Tradition in Kuchipudi
Learning of Adavus – Coordinating Feet & Hands
Learning Of Hand Gestures Part 1( Recital & Practice)
Mind Control to focus on Rhythm
Theory relating to names only
Program Highlights
Type : Intermediate – A
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
300 ~ 350
Eligibility
Min. Age : 7+ Years
Adavus (28)
Focusing on Body Flexibility
Body Balancing to perform intricate movements
Stressing body Stretches for right poses
Focusing on Stamina retainment
Perfecting the body balance, techniques, learned in the Introductory Course
Introducing Varieties of Eye movements and Facial Expressions to apply in the practice
Learning of 28 steps with respective hand gestures.
Practicing the technique of full sit postures with proper balancing to perform Adavus
Stressing on Body Language to perform Adavus and dance recital.
Understanding the different rhythm patterns in the steps.
Understanding the depth of movements in each step.
Learning Different types Of Hand Gestures (Part 2)
Recital Of the Rhythms in Adavus
Theory – Names Of Repertoires, Introduction to Classical Dances
Program Highlights
Type : Intermediate – B
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
350 ~ 400
Eligibility
Min. Age : 7+ Years
Jathis - Rhythmic syllabus – 12
Understanding Theermanam Patterns – Practical
Learning the First Dance Recital – Vinayaka Kowtwam
Focusing on specific exercises, flexibility and yoga
Understanding the sequencial patterns of Jathis to present in repertoires
Practicing the Adavus and Jathis with complete half sit& full sit postures, body bendings and right facial gestures
Focusing on Stamina to perform Adavus (3 to 4 speeds)and Jathis continuously
Learning of the Varieties of Eye movements, neck and head movements and Facial Expressions in detail as recitals(Theory) and apply in the practice.
Usages Of Single & Double Hand Gestures, Footworks (Paadha Bhedas)
Concept Of the Seven Rhythms structure ( Theory & Practical)
Definition Of Technical Terms in Kuchipudi
Short History Of Kuchipudi
Brief Of Kuchipudi Trinity Gurus
Short Brief of the Kuchipudi Institutions – Vempatti Chinna Sathyam Master Academy in Chennai & Siddendra Kalakshetram in Kuchipudi
Introduction to the First Dance Piece in Bharatanatyam
Learning the Recital, Rhythms and basic theory & Grammar of the First Dance Piece
Complete Revision Of the Previous Course with Utmost Perfection.
LEVEL 2 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
400 ~ 450
Eligibility
Min. Age : 8+ Years
Learning of Dance Recitals
Sloka Abhinayam (3Nos)
Poorva Rangam
Jatiswaram,
Shabdam (Model 1),
Annamaya Krithi,
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Song & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire(Korvais & Jathis)
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Learning Of Different Kinds Of Rhythms
Learning the Usages Of Hand gestures(Theory & Practice) – Part 1
Usages of Head, Eye & Neck Movements
Usages Of Finger movements in Particular
Explanation Of Expressions in the above Repertoires
Origin Of Drama (Natyoth Pathi Theory)
Description on the types Of Abhinaya (Theory)
Explanation of 3 classical dances in detail
Learning &Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Focusing on Body Stability & Energy Levels
Theory behind each repertoire
Documentation of theory
LEVEL 3 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
450 ~ 500
Eligibility
Min. Age : 10+ Years
Learning Of Dance Recital
Sloka Abhinayam
Invocatory Dance Piece
Shabdam (Model 2)
Adhyathma Ramayana Keerthanam
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Song & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire(Korvais & Jathis)
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, Names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Definition & Usages Of Eyebrow movements
Explanation Of Expressions in the above Repertoires
Learning & Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Theory & History behind each repertoire
Learning the Biographies Of Kuchipudi Legends (Part 1)
Learning the Technical terms in Kuchipudi
Short Note on Andhra Folk Dance
Documentation of Theory
LEVEL 4 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
500 ~ 550
Eligibility
Min. Age : 12+ Years
Learning Of Dance Recital
Sloka Abhinayam
Shabdam (Model 3)
Tarangam
Tygaraja Krithi
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Songs withmusical notations & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire(Korvais & Jathis) with proper pronunciations
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, Names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Explanation Of Expressions in the above Repertoires
Learning & Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Theory & History behind each repertoire
Biographies Of Legends (Part 2)
Description on Yakshaganas
Description on Bhagavathamelas
Differences between realistic presentations & technical presentations
Documentation Of Theory
LEVEL 5 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 96 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
500 ~ 500
Eligibility
Min. Age : 14+ Years
Learning Of Dance Recital
Bhadrachala Ramadasa Keerthana
Bhama Pravesha Daruvu
Kshtreyya Padam
Javali
Thillana
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Songs withmusical notations & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire(Korvais & Jathis) with proper pronunciations
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, Names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Explanation Of Expressions in the above Repertoires
Learning & Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Focusing on Body Stability & Energy Levels
Theory& History behind each repertoire
Description Of Navarasas in brief (Theory & Practise)
Description Of Trividha Nayikas (Heroines)
Description Of Bhamakalapam
Description on types of emotions
Types Of Heroines
Biographies Of legends (Part 3)
Documentation of Theory
Introduction to Charis, Basic Karanas (Theory & Practise)
Study Of Natyasastra (Selective Chapters only)
Brief on the styles evolved in Kuchipudi practiced.
Description Of Nattuvangam ( Theory)
ADVANCED COURSES (LEVEL 2 – 5)
The Advanced courses are trained on Repertoires which are elaborating on the Student’s skill as a performer. The course focuses on the intricacies of the Choreography, rhythm formulations, understanding the same and putting into practice. The Student also learns in detail in the, Padams & Javalis where the emoting skills of the student is brought out. Detailed theories on the subject and biographies of legends are also included in the courses. The highlight of this Course is the “Study of Natyasastra”, the soul text of the classical dances.
Special - One to One Course
One to One courses are designed to specifically identify the weakness and strengths of the student and contributing more time to reach the level of perfection. Personal sessions are conducted with Individual attention and support to complete the academic course even before the said duration unlike group sessions. The course content here applies only to the Syllabus.
Program Highlights
Type : One to One
Lesson Type : Single
Min. Duration : 125 per hour
Eligibility
Min. Age : 5+ Years
Syllabus Content taught on One to One basis
Special - Customized Classes
Custom made choreographies are designed to enable the individual perform at their comfort and which suits their body language. Step by Step instructions are given to first learn the basic steps required for the choreography and then getting into the full part of the song with expressive movements. Customized sessions are mainly for:
Weddings, Flash Mobs, School Events, Public Events, Competitions or any other depending on the requirements
Program Highlights
Type : Customized Choreography
Lesson Type : Single
Min. Duration : 125 per hour
Eligibility
Min. Age : 7+ Years
Content as per the Requirement Of Student
Song to be arranged by students
Bharatanatyam
Bharata Natyam earlier called as “Sadir” is one of the oldest dance forms of India. It was nurtured in the temples and courts of southern India since ancient times. Later it was codified and documented as a Performing art in the 19th century by four brothers known as the Tanjore Quartet whose musical compositions for dance form the bulk of the Bharata Natyam repertoire even today.
The Art form is performed by predominantly using the footwork and hand gestures with apt expressions. It can be performed as a Solo & in Theatre Format.
LEVEL 1 :
Introductory Course
The Introductory course in Bharatanatyam focuses on the basic stature of the student to perform the Adavus (steps) at its right technique. The course at first focus on alignment of the body, body balancing, postures and hand gestures and finally performing the Adavus through a systematic andstep by step approach.
Intermediate Course – (A & B)
The Intermediate Course in Bharatanatyam is aimed at understanding the movements of each Adavu to perform at accuracy. The student is taught to perform the Adavus with appropriate body language and facial gestures. The first dance piece is also introduced in this course.
Program Highlights
Type : Introduction
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
275 ~ 300
Eligibility
Min. Age : 5 Years
Adavus - Basic Steps (26)
Warm up exercises and yoga
Basic postures
Alignment Of Body to perform Steps
Introducing Rhythm Patterns
Basic Footwork Practice
Learning Of the Prayer Tradition in Bharatanatyam
Learning of Adavus – Coordinating Feet & Hands
Learning Of Hand Gestures Part 1( Recital &Practice)
Mind Control to focus on Rhythm
Theory relating to names only
Program Highlights
Type : Intermediate – A
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
300 ~ 350
Eligibility
Min. Age : 7+ Years
Adavus (26 – 50)
Focusing on Body Flexibility
Body Balancing to perform intricate movements
Stressing on Half Sit postures and body Stiffness for right postures
Focusing on Stamina retainment
Perfecting the body balance, techniques, learned in the Introductory Course
Introducing Varieties of Eye movements and Facial Expressions to apply in the practice
Learning of steps from 26 to 50 in footwork and respective hand gestures.
Learning Different types Of Hand Gestures (Part 2)
Recital Of the Rhythms in Adavus
Theory – Names Of Repertoires, Introduction to Classical Dances
Program Highlights
Type : Intermediate – B
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
350 ~ 400
Eligibility
Min. Age : 7+ Years
Adavus – 50 to 68
Focusing on specific exercises and yoga
Understanding the depth of movements in every Adavu
Practicing the Adavus with complete half sit postures and right facial gestures
Practicing the technique of full sit postures with proper balancing to perform Adavus
Stressing on Body Language to perform adavus and dance recital.
Focusing on Stamina to perform Adavus continuously in 3 to 4 speeds
Learning of the Varieties of Eye movements, neck and head movements and Facial Expressions in detail as recitals(Theory) and apply in the practice.
Learning of steps from 50 to 68 in footwork and respective hand gestures.
Theory in brief
Introduction to the First Dance Piece in Bharatanatyam
Learning the Recital, Rhythm and basic theory of the First Dance Piece
Complete Revision Of the Previous Course with Utmost Perfection.
LEVEL 2 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
400 ~ 450
Eligibility
Min. Age : 8+ Years
Learning of Dance Recitals
Vinayaka Kavithwam,
Jatiswaram,
Shabdam,
Kavidi Chindhu,
Small Thillana
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Song & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire (Korvais & Jathis)
Learning the ragam, thalam, names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Learning Of Different Kinds Of Rhythms
Learning the Usages Of Hand gestures(Theory & Practice)
Explanation Of Expressions in the above Repertoires
Learning &Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Focusing on Body Stability & Energy Levels
Theory behind each repertoire
Documentation of Theory
LEVEL 3 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
450 ~ 500
Eligibility
Min. Age : 10+ Years
Learning Of Dance Recital
Alarrippu (Model 2)
Kavithwam – (Model 2)
Pushpanjali
Thevaaram
Thirupavai/Keerthana
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Song & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire(Korvais & Jathis)
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, Names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Learning the Usages Of Hand gestures(Theory & Practice)
Explanation Of Expressions in the above Repertoires
Learning & Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Focusing on Body Stability & Energy Levels
Theory & History behind each repertoire
Documentation of Theory
Brief Note on the Classical Dances Of India
Short Note on the Devadasi (Lady saint) system
Learning the Technical terms in Bharatanatyam
LEVEL 4 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 72 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
500 ~ 550
Eligibility
Min. Age : 12+ Years
Learning Of Dance Recital
Alarrippu (Model 3)
Jatiswaram (Model 2)
Shabdam (Model 3)
Learning Of Thillana (Model 2)
Learning Of Ashtapadhi
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Songs withmusical notations & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire(Korvais& Jathis) with proper pronunciations
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, Names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Explanation Of Expressions in the above repertoires
Learning & Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Focusing on Body Stability & Energy Levels
Theory & History behind each repertoire
Documentation of Theory
Brief study Of Origin, History, Development Of Bharatanatyam
Brief Study Of Accompaniment Instruments
Understanding and Learning the Biographies Of Legends
Exposure to the Concept Of Folk Dance in India
LEVEL 5 :
Program Highlights
Type : Progressive
Lesson Type : Group
Min. Duration : 96 Hours
Fee (excl. VAT) (AED)
600 ~ 650
Eligibility
Min. Age : 14+ Years
Learning Of Dance Recital
Alarippu (Model 4)
Jatiswaram (Model 3)
Shabdam (Model 3)
Mallari
Varnam
Padam
Javali
Understanding the Concept of each Item
Learning the Songs with musical notations & Recital Of Rhythm patterns in the Repertoire (Korvais & Jathis) with proper pronunciations
Learning the Ragam, Thalam, Names of the composers, Choreographers, Meaning & Structure of each repertoire
Explanation Of Expressions in the above repertoires
Learning & Practicing in detail the right expressions to each context
Focusing on Body Stability & Energy Levels
Theory& History behind each repertoire
Documentation of Theory
Introduction to Charis, Basic Karanas (Theory & Practise)
Study Of Natyasastra (Selective Chapters only)
Knowledge Of Rhythms North & South India
Description Of Nattuvangam (Theory)
Introduction to Navarasa (Theory & Practise)
Other Theories - Documentation
ADVANCED COURSES (LEVEL 2 – 5)
The Advanced courses are trained on Repertoires which are called the “Margams” elaborating on the Student’s skill as a performer. The course focuses on the intricacies of the Choreography, understanding the same and putting into practice. The Student also learns in detail the rhythm formulation and other contents especially the “Expressions”. Detailed theories on the subject and biographies of legends are learned. The highlight of this Course is the “Study of Natyasastra”, the soul text of the classical dances.
Special - One to One Course
One to One courses are designed to specifically identify the weakness and strengths of the student and contributing more time to reach the level of perfection. Personal sessions are conducted with Individual attention and support to complete the academic course even before the said duration unlike group sessions. The course content here applies only to the Syllabus.
Program Highlights
Type : One to One
Lesson Type : Single
Min. Duration : 125 per hour
Eligibility
Min. Age : 5+ Years
Syllabus Content taught on One to One basis
Special - Customized Choreography
Custom made choreographies are designed to enable the individual perform at their comfortability and which suits their body language. Step by Step instructions are given to first learn the basic steps required for the choreography and then getting into the full part of the song with expressive movements. Customized sessions are mainly for:
Weddings, Flash Mobs, School Events, Public Events, Competitions or any other depending on the requirements
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