Spardha Kathak Foundation

About The Course

Welcome to the Kathak Foundation Course where we introduce your child to one of India’s most revered classical dance forms - Kathak. Our course is meticulously crafted to ensure that the student builds a strong foundation - from simple footwork to expressive dance movements.
Over the duration of this course, your child will learn from certified and friendly instructors who will guide them through each step, ensuring a supportive and enriching learning experience. Our tailored approach in 1-on-1 live sessions allows the student to absorb the intricacies of Kathak at their own pace, making learning both effective and enjoyable.
Prepare for your child to immerse in the graceful and traditional Kathak Namaskar, master the rhythmic footwork, and explore the expressive power of Abhinaya. Whether you want your kids to understand the cultural heritage of Kathak or perform with elegance and confidence, the Spardha Kathak Foundation course is your gateway to mastering this beautiful art form.

Prerequisites

• Interest in dance
• Space to dance
• Dance uniform to ease dance movements
• Patience to learn

Topics Covered

• Kathak Namaskar and basic footwork
• Fundamental kathak movements
• Introduction to Taal, Chakkar and Toda
• Importance of Ghunghroo and guru-shishya tradition
• Introduction to Abhinaya in Kathak

Learning Outcomes You Can Expect

• Basic awareness of good posture and grace
• Develop a good sense of rhythm
• Dance the fundamental Kathak movements
• Basic footwork in 3 speeds on rhythm
• Give Teentaal on hands and recite the basic 3 speeds and basic compositions in it
• Dance two basic Todas on the Teentaal rhythm
• Develop a basic sense of expressions and perform a Ganesh vandana