Category Archives: Classical Dance

Shonali’s Academy of Music & Arts

About our Dublin classes: Shonali’s Academy of Music 8 Arts is dedicated to providing quality education in the Indian Classical Arts (music, dance, and Hindi) for students of all ages. Class sizes are small so that training can be imparted based on individual needs.
We offer Month-to-month group or individual classes in Tabla. Kathak, Hindi, and Classical/Light Classical Vocal Music.
Flexible timing: In-person or online, weekday evenings a Saturday mornings
To register, and for any inquiries, please email:
shonalisclasse…@l…com
shonalisrivastava.com

Ushanjali Bharatanatyam Classes

Ushanjali School of Dance; www.ushanjali.com
Premier Dance Academy in the Tri Valley Area.
Classes are conducted in 3 locations – San Ramon, Pleasanton and Berkeley.  Currently ALL classes are online, via Zoom.
Personalized Online Coaching to International, out of State and County students.
Accepting New Students. To set up the first, FREE Trial class, contact us at: [email protected]

KA Academy of Indian Music and Dance – Online Classes

Online classes are now being offered. Located in San Ramon and Serving the Tri-Valley area.
Offering classes based on a structured curriculum in the pure and traditional style of BHARATANATYAM & CARNATIC VIOLIN
Students are trained for Recitals, Performances, Arangetram, Graduation, and beyond.
Have trained over 250 students including children and adults
A premium Academy with over 15 years of experience  moved to the Bay Area from  Atlanta, Georgia
Now Accepting New Enrollments – please contact us for more details
Gayatri Subramanian
678-462-9575
Nurturing The Artist in You!
http://www.kaacademy.com/

Bharatanatyam & Carnatic Violin classes – San Ramon

KA Academy of Indian Music & Dance in San Ramon serving the Tri-Valley area. Students are trained for Recitals, Performances, Arangetram / Graduation and beyond
Offering classes based on structured curriculum in the pure and traditional style of BHARATANATYAM and CARNATIC VIOLIN
Have trained over 250 students including children and adults
A premium Academy with over 15 years of experience teaching in and around Atlanta, Georgia
Now Accepting New Enrollments, please contact us for more details
Gayatri Subramanian 678-462-9575 www.kaacademy.com

Bollywood Dance classes start 1/27 in all three cities

Bollywood kids/ tweens

Vaishnavi Misra Dance & Music’s Bollywood Spring Recital session.
Session is open to register now at the Cities of San Ramon, Pleasanton & Dublin. Recital at Amador theater.
Classes begin:
1/27/20. San Ramon
2/2/20 Pleasanton
2/4/20 Dublin
Click here to REGISTER NOW AT:
www.Sanramonrecguide.com
www.Pleasantonfun.com
www.Dublinrecguide.com
Classes offered :
Bollywood Bugs:     3 to 5 years   |   Pleasanton/ Dublin/ San Ramon
Bollywood Kids :     6 to 8 years   |   Pleasanton/ Dublin/ San Ramon
Bollywood Tweens: 9 to 12 years |   Pleasanton/ Dublin/ San Ramon
Adults: 18 to 50  years|   Pleasanton
NEW CLASS!! BOLLYWOOD CUDDLE BUGS: A parent and baby class.
Offered mornings at Pleasanton/ Dublin/ San Ramon

Beginner Kathak Classes for Adults

DanceOnRhythm is starting Fall Dance Session ( Bollywood, HipHop, Kathak for Beginners and intermediate) from January 13th onwards.
Beginner Kathak classes for adults, starting on Thursday, January 15th @8pm.
Introducing Classical and Bollywood music classes as well from January 11th.
For further inquiries checkout on the website:
DanceOnRhythm.com
And the link for FB Page is:
https://m.facebook.com/DanceOnR/
Send a private message or call if you have questions – Thank you all
Archana Rana
510-990-0242

DanceOnRhythm Offering Kathak and Bollywood classes

DanceOnRhythm is starting Fall Dance Session ( Bollywood, HipHop, Kathak for Beginners and intermediate) from August 26th onwards.
Trial Kathak class on Wednesday, August 28th @6pm. Ages 8-11 years.
For further inquiries, checkout on the website:
DanceOnRhythm.com
And the link for FB Page is:
https://m.facebook.com/DanceOnR/
Send a private message or call if you have questions – Thank you all
Archana Rana
510-990-0242

Bharathanatyam classes registration for Fall 2019

Dear Dance aficionados,
Srilaya school of Dance, Pleasanton CA ,  is happy to open doors again for fall registration 2019.
Please register ASAP for bharatanatyam classes beginning in September 2019.
Possible time slots are:
Beginner level (5-8 yr olds): Sunday 5-5.30 pm, Monday 6-6.30 pm, Tuesday 6-6.30 pm
Adult classes (Beginner level): Sunday 4-5 pm
For enquiries please email me at srilayadanc…@g…com or visit our website at  https://www.srilayadance.com

DanceOnRhythm Kathak Session at Cottonwood Creek Sep 10

DanceOnRhythm Kathak classes starting from September 10th at Cottonwood Creek School in Dublin.
This is a special beginner’s introductory class designed for 7-11 years age group. Children will get to learn the basic components of Kathak (music, rhythm, and expression) without having to adhere to its strict routine. The focus of this class is to engage, entertain and stimulate young children in a happy and effective way. As we will keep the flexibility of adding other versatility in music and songs it will be a unique experience for all Kids.
For Adults, Garba classes and workshop will starting from September 28th for 4 weeks.
You can register yourself or kids online for all Kathak and Bollywood classes.
Go to: www.danceonrhythm.com
Facebook page: https://m.facebook.com/DanceOnR/
For trial classes and other inquiries you can always reach out @510-305-0242.

Jyoti Kala Mandir Silver Jubilee Odissi Dance Celebration

You are invited to come for our grand silver jubilee production.
Jyoti Kala Mandir – To celebrate 25 years of Odissi Dance in the Bay Area, Guru Jyoti Rout invites you all to our showcase event.
Saturday,July 21st 2018 at 4 PM Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center 10550 Albion Rd, San Ramon
Free Admission, All are Welcome!
Visit jyotikalamandir.org or reach us at (510) 589 – 3989 for more information or to be a part of this wonderful celebration.

Bharathanatyam class at Kamalanjali school of dance

Smt. Meenakshi Swaminathan Director and Founder of Kamalanjali, is a highly accomplished dancer, and a dedicated teacher. Meenakshi’s association with Bharatanatyam began at an early age of 6yrs.She has undergone immense training in Bharatanatyam in the traditional Vazhuvoor style.
Kamalanjali school of dance is offering Bharathantyam classes in Pleasanton for children 5yrs and above beginners batch. For more information contact sankarvidhy…@g…com

Offering Kathak and Bollywood classes

New year Bonanza 2018! DanceOnRhythm offering more Kathak classes on high demand.
Trial days are January 16th and January 17th @4 to 5 pm.
It’s a beginners group so anyone who is interested to explore one of the high demand classy forms of Indian classical dance Kathak, ages 8+ to adults are welcomed.
Classes start from January 23rd.
Also offering Bollywood classes for kids, teen, and adults.
For more information and inquiries visit www.DanceOnRhythm.com or contact me.
Archana Rana
510-990-0242

“Aham Asmi – I am” Multicultural Dance Extravaganza Dec 10

Namaha Foundation for the Arts in Partnership with SEWA International USA, is organizing a Multicultural Dance event with teams from the Tri Valley and other parts of the Bay Area presenting dances celebrating “Womanhood”!s
This is a Fundraiser for SEWA’s “Girl Hygiene and Women Empowerment” Programs
Please come and enjoy an evening of lovely dances and support a worthy cause!
Check out this link for more information about the event and to get your tickets!
https://www.sewausa.org/chapter/bay-area/event/sewa-bay-area-dance-mela-fundraiser

Kathak and Bharatnatyam Classes in Dublin

DanceOnRhythm introducing  Kathak, Fusion Bharatnatyam and Garba/Dandia Classes in Dublin, CA.
– Kathak (Lucknow Gharana); starting from September 8th
Kathak is one of the eight major forms of Indian classical dance. Kathak evolves during the bhakti movements, particularly by incorporating the childhood stories of the God Krishna. Emphasizes rhythmic foot movements adorned with ghungroo and the movement harmonized to the music, The Lucknow style is more about various facial expression and emphasizing acting.
– Bharatnatyam (Fusion); starting from September 10th
This is a special beginner introductory class designed for 5-9. Children will be exposed to the basic components of Bharatanatyam (music, rhythm and expression) without having to adhere to its strict routine. The focus of this class is to engage, entertain and stimulate young children in a happy and effective way. As we will keep the flexibility of adding other styles of dance (from different regions of India) and versatility in music and songs it will be a unique experience for all.
– Garba Workshop (4 Weeks, Sundays) from September 17th
For sign up call Archana @ 5109900242

Pushpanjali Bharatnatyam Dance Academy Dublin

pushpanjali-dance-academy-bharatnatyam-classes-in-Dublin-CAGuru. Meena Logan is conducting Bharatnatyam (south Indian classical) dance lessons for all levels in the San Ramon/Dublin/Pleasanton/Danville neighborhood. Founded in 1996, Pushpanjali Dance academy recently celebrated 20 years of excellence and the 41st student Arangetram.
Guru Meena Logan, was trained by her aunt and first lady nattuvanar, Smt. K. J Sarasa. With her rigorous training, extensive experience and passion for the art form is now looking to spread her teachings in the Trivalley area.
Where: Taal Dance Studio
E 6715 Dublin Blvd Dublin CA
Time: Sundays 4pm – 6pm
Please contact Guru Meena for details 408.241.5717 meenaloga…@p…com
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Bharatanatyam Classes at Ushanjali School of Dance

Ushanjali School of Dance, Premier Dance School of the Tri Valley Area, Accepting New Students starting from August 14th at both Pleasanton and San Ramon locations.
Introducing New Beginners Batch on Saturday afternoons 12.30-1.30pm at the San Ramon location.
Please contact us at: 510-565-6202 or ushanjali200…@g…com for details regarding trail class, fees, and schedule.
Artistic Director: Vidushi Smt. Naina Shastri
Member, San Ramon City Arts Advisory Committee.
follow us at: www.ushanjali.com https://www.facebook.com/ushananjali2008/

Odissi Vilas – Classes offered in Dublin/San Ramon/Danville

“ODISSI VILAS” – Learn And Experience Odissi: Sacred Dance of India, with renowned Dancer and Teacher Guru Sri Vishnu Tattva Das. Classes ,Workshops, Lecture-Demonstrations & performances… Open for all ages. Call to enquire. E-mail: padhi.manas…@g…com Ph: 925-577-0532/707-799-2521
www.odissivilas.org www.youtube.com/user/odissivilas/videos Follow us on Odissi Vilas Facebook Page.

Bharata Natyam- Vrindavan Dance Academy- Now Enrolling

Enrollment for the 2017-18 year now open at Vrindavan Indian Dance Academy in San Ramon.  Streamlined curriculum, professional space, quality teaching, and performance opportunities! Kalakshetra style of Bharata Natyam taught in traditional and structured progression – from adavus to arangetram.
Limited openings in Beginner and Intermediate levels.   Assessments in session, will continue till openings are filled. Contact – bind…@v…com or bindu.vrindava…@g…com
Check our website- www.vrindavanacademy.com

Jun 20-July 21 Summer Dance and Henna Workshop

Pleasanton and San Ramon classes in Henna Art and semiclassical or classical dance. $12 per class.
Snigdha Jayavarapu is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer who has 10+ years of experience as a performer and 5+ as a teacher. She is currently a competitive dancer with UCLA’s award winning classical team, as well as continues to dance under the tutelage of Viji Prakash. These dance camps are perfect for students looking for intensive or beginner summer training in the short term.
Snigdha is also a henna artist offering lessons from her home at at Genius Kids, please contact 9258196203 with questions or to sign up.
First class is June 20th and classes will continue until July 31st. Group discounts are available!
Thank you!

Arangetram Invitation – June 3rd

Dear Parents/Gurus/Students,
Aashvi has been my student for more than 8 years. I am very proud of her achievement in dance. After 8 years of her journey learning Bharatnatyam,  Aashvi is performing her Arangetram.
I  would like to cordially invite you all for her Arangetram performance on June 3rd, 2017
Your presence and blessings for her Arangetram will encourage her on this important day! 
Please find the attached invitation and more details. This will be two hours’ event in Santa Clara with 20 min intermission. It’s a free event. There will be snacks provided in the intermission.