Kathak Sār
Kathak Sār – The Essence of Kathak
A journey where every phase enriches you as a dancer — from initiation to inspiration.
Kathak Sār is a 5-phase structured learning journey designed for busy adults who wish to experience Kathak at their own pace. From the very first step, you begin dancing — building strong foundations in rhythm, posture, and footwork. As you progress, the course gradually deepens into abhinaya (expressions), storytelling, and complex choreographies.
Each phase focuses on a unique stage of growth — from initiation (Praveśikā) to devotion (Saadhak), from expressive storytelling (Rasikā) to creative artistry (Shilpinī), and finally reaching mastery and radiance (Prabhāvini).
With a blend of technique, discipline, expression, and creativity, the course nurtures you into a confident and accomplished Kathak dancer — ready to perform, express, and inspire.
Phases
The 5 Nritya-Rūpa (Phases)
1. Praveśikā – The Initiated Dancer (Emerging)
“You’ve entered the world of Kathak — you are already a dancer.”
Focus Areas
- Understanding Taal and Rhythm.
- Foundational footwork & pirouette techniques
- Posture & hand movements (Hastaks)
- Simple compositions
- Introduction to Laya
- Short performance piece
Details
- Sessions: 14 (+2 complimentary revision sessions)
- Duration: ~3 months (2 sessions/week)
- Fees: ₹14,000
2. Saadhak – The Devoted Dancer (Dedicated)
“Steadily building rhythm, grace, and discipline through practice.”
Focus Areas
- Complex footwork, Todas, Tatkars
- Short compositions
- Introduction to Bhaav (expressions)
- Mudras
- Simple choreography
Details
- Sessions: 20 (+3 complimentary revision sessions)
- Duration: ~6 months
- Fees: ₹20,000
3. Rasikā – The Expressive Dancer (Storytelling)
“Discovering abhinaya, emotion, and the joy of expressing stories.”
Focus Areas
- Variety of advanced footwork & pirouettes
- Deep work on Taals & complex compositions
- Abhinaya Aarambh (expressive beginnings)
- Storytelling through movements
- Character work
- Musicality in compositions
- Learning choreographies
Details
- Sessions: 20 (+3 complimentary revision sessions)
- Duration: ~6 months
- Fees: ₹20,000
4. Shilpinī – The Artistic Dancer (Creative)
“Shaping your artistry, blending technique with personal style.”
Focus Areas
- Angika & Ahaarya: body language, stamina, stage presence
- Balancing rhythm with rasa (emotion)
- Deep Abhinaya (expression)
- Learning complex choreographies
Details
- Sessions: 20 (+3 complimentary revision sessions)
- Duration: ~6 months
- Fees: ₹20,000
5. Prabhāvini – The Radiant Dancer (Accomplished)
“Dancing with confidence, presence, and a glow that inspires.”
Focus Areas
- Integration: performing complete pieces with confidence & emotional depth
- Choreographing original pieces
Details
- Sessions: 20 (+3 complimentary revision sessions)
- Duration: ~6 months
- Fees: ₹20,000