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CLASS DESCRIPTION AND SCHEDULE

Austin Dance India offers all levels of classes in traditional Bharata Natyam technique. Lessons begin with extensive time spent on practice of adavus, or series of steps, which are the building blocks of the dance. Along with this practical aspect, students learn theoretical terms in the form of Sanskrit verses from the text, Abhinaya Darpana. These verses contain explanation and detailed definitions of hand symbols, head and eye movements, positioning of the arms, stances, and more.

Limited private lessons are also available to those who prefer an individualized program of study or an in depth look into particular aspects of the dance.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Beginner
Students learn basic positions of legs, arms, and hand symbols through adavus, or series of steps. Through these adavus, eye hand coordination, transfer of weight, balance, focus, and fine motor skills are learned.

Level I
Students continue to learn increasingly complex adavus, or series of steps. Rhythmic patterns, strength, speed, and execution are emphasized at this level. The first dance, Alaripu is introduced at this level.

Level II
As students refine their basic steps, they learn Jatiswaram, a complex rhythmic dance which creates lengthy dance phrases built from the rhythmic patterns and steps that were taught earlier.

Level III and Advanced
Basic skills are refined and more complex abstract dances as well as expressive dances are learned. The idea of presentation, performance, and grace in movement are brought into practice at this level.

Adult
The Adult Beginner is a class for all levels. The class focuses on Adavus, or basic steps with an emphasis on execution and enjoyment of movement. Level II introduces traditional pieces that combine skills in a new way. Historical, cultural, and spiritual connections are drawn throughout.

Arangetram

The arangetram is the first full-length performance once a dancer has mastered the basic repertoire, which includes an entire suite of 8 dances. Pushpanjali, Alaripu, Jatiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam, 2 Padams, and Tillana are the traditional dances performed. At least one or two years of preparation is required prior to the arangetram. This involves intensive training, practice, and private one-on-one lessons. It is completely voluntary and any students choosing to perform their arangetram must first discuss this decision with their teacher and enroll in two or more classes per week once they are past Level I.

Below please find:

Spring 2012
Class Schedule
Locations
Fees
General Student Info

Austin Dance India Annual Student Showcase
Sunday, May 6th 3 pm
Boyd Vance Theater, Carver Cultural Center
1165 Angelina St, Austin 78702

Tickets: $10 general, $5 stu/sr
more info coming soon

Northwest Location: Austin Dance Company Studio, 6507 Jester Blvd. • Building 5/ Suite 505 • Austin, TX 78750

Saturdays

Kids Beginner/Level I 9-9: 45am

Kids Level II 9:30-10:30 am

Kids Level III 10:30-11:30 am

January 7, 14, 21, 28
February 4, 11, 18, 25
March 3, 24, 31 (no classes 10th or 17th: spring break)
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5

Northwest Location: Home Studio, 5602 N. Scout Island Cir, Austin, TX 78731

Tuesdays

Kids Beginner 6-6:45 pm

Kids Level I 6:30-7:30 pm

Kids Level II/III 7:30-8:30 pm

Adult Intermediate 8:30-9:30 pm

January 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 6, 13, 27 (no classes on 13th: spring break)
April 3, 10, 17, 24
May 1

Southwest Location: Tapestry Dance Studio, 2302 Western Trails Blvd

For registration info for Thurs classes and location visit www.tapestry.org or call 512-474-9846.

Thursdays

Kids Beginner 5:30-6:15 pm

Kids Level I 6-7 pm

Kids Level II 6:45-7:30 pm

Adult Beginner 7:30-8:30 pm

January 5, 12, 19, 26
February 2, 9, 16, 23
March 1, 8, 22, 29 (no class 15th: spring break)
April 5, 12, 19, 26
May 3, 10, 17, (24th rehearsal) (26th end of yr demo)

Fees:

All checks payable to: Austin Dance India

Fees due on first day of classes.

Youth classes:

Semester Payment (please add $25 recital fee):

1 class per week: $295+ $25 = $320

2 classes per week: $490+ $25 = $515

Adult classes:

$15 per class or $140 for 10-class card

Please register with Tapestry Dance Studio for all Thursday classes, both youth and adult.

www.tapestry.org

General Student Info:

Students who are in Level II or higher are expected to attend at least 2 classes per week (one Level I adavu class and one class at their current level) if they are expecting to do their arangetram in the future.

Students must come to class with hair tied back including bangs and short hair.

UNIFORM: White t-shirt or Austin Dance India t-shirt with black leggings/yoga pants
Austin Dance India t-shirts are available for sale for $8 child and $10 adult

Registration Form: Please fill out and bring to class or email to anu@anudance.com

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Austin Dance India

Anuradha Naimpally, artistic director

795-8627

www.austindanceindia.com

anu@anudance.com

REGISTRATION FORM

Dancer’s name:

Date of Birth:

Current age:

Previous dance experience (if any):

Home Address:

Mom’s name:

Dad’s name:

Home phone:

Mom cell phone:

Dad cell phone:

Emergency contact:

Mom’s email:

Dad’s email:

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For more information email: anu@anudance.com