This course is a fun way to introduce young kids to the beautiful super ancient art of Kathak, which is one of the seven classical dances of India. The course will focus on the basics of Kathak dance movements and will focus on total ( 16 beat cycle).
They will be able to recite bols, learn tihai, tukra, tora, paran and dance choreography to a song.
Basics of tintal footwork and a lari.
There will be 2 theory classes in the course duration to learn the history of Kathak dance and various gharanas and their unique characteristics.
In this class, we shall have fun while learning to express ourselves through hand gestures and foot movements.
Your child will learn a unique way of expression and movement. Expressions and energetic foot movements will make your child glimpse into the ancient world of Indian art. The class shall be taught following a tell and show methodology.
Kathak is incomplete without proper footwork and chakkars. So the first few months will focus on building stamina, have the basic movements correct.
Then introduction to tintal will follow along with the padhant.
Exploration of tintal through tihai, tukra, tora, paran and a lari.
Incorporation of the movements learnt in a song.
Students: Look forward to having you in my class!