6 Best Classical Dances of India

George Balanchine is often considered to have been the first pioneer of contemporary ballet. However, the true origin of contemporary ballet is credited to Russian art producer Serge Diaghilev.

An American choreographer of the 20th century, Paul Taylor was considered by many to be the greatest living choreographer (until his death in 2018). He led the Paul Taylor Dance Company started in 1954. He was among the last living members that pioneered American modern dance.

• Bharatanatyam : One of the most ancient Indian classical dance forms is Bharatanatyam from southern India basically Tamil Nadu.
• Kathakali : Kathakali originated from southwestern India, around the state of Kerala.
• Kathak :
• Manipuri :
• Kuchipudi :
• Odissi :

Kuchipudi

Bharatanatyam is one of the most glorious and oldest Indian classical dance forms which originated in the ancient temples of Tamil Nadu, India, 5000 years ago.

Bharatnatyam

We’ve put a list of five dances that we think are the easiest to learn for beginners.

• Waltz. The Waltz is one of the easiest ballroom dances to learn because it is a slow, smooth dance and only uses four steps.
• Foxtrot.
• Swing.
• Rumba.
• Cha Cha.
• Get Started Learning Easy Dances at our Studio in Raleigh!

In Bharatanatyam, the dancer uses many mudras and hip movements. But in Kathak, the dancer dances throughout in a standing posture. There are limited or no hip movements. Bharatanatyam is a dance form which is based or evolved from the stories of Shiva and Kathak focuses more on the tales of Radha and Krishna.

5 Important qualities a classical dancer should possess

1. Patience. This is the most important and basic quality one needs to possess if he/she is trying to learn or establish a career in any classical art forms!!
2. Creativity and spontaneity.
3. Team spirit.
4. Dedication, passion and hard work.
5. Communication skills.

10 Qualities of a Classical Dancer

• Javaha – Agility of a dancer. Agility and nimbleness are important qualities of a dancer.
• Sthirathwam – Steadiness.
• Rekha – Clean graceful lines.
• Brahmari – Perfecting circular movements.
• Eyes are the mirror into your soul.
• Shramaha – Hardwork and Perseverence.
• Medha – Intelligence.
• Shradha – Devotion/Focus.

Advancement

• Athleticism. Successful dancers must have excellent balance, physical strength, and physical dexterity, so they can move their bodies without falling or losing their sense of rhythm.
• Creativity.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Persistence.
• Physical stamina.
• Teamwork.

It usually takes someone (child, teen, adult) 4-7 years to finish the curriculum. Arangetram training can take between 6 months-1 year depending on what the Guru feels is necessary. But children who start young may not be ready for an Arangetram until after 10 years of learning.

Whether you are 25 or 30 doesn’t matter. But if you once start it and then quit after sometime it will not be such good. Nowadays, the dance have become trend among people to learn they do watch many Youtube videos and learn from it and even few join online Bharatnatyam classes or other dance classes to learn it soon.

I have seen dancers in their 70s still performing, and students who begin learning at 50. It’s never too late, but with age of course we begin to lose flexibility. Warm up well before you dance, the Surya Namaskar (Yoga Sun Salutation) is a great way to warm up.

Age is a not a factor for any dance form as far as your health and stamina is concerned.. 🙂 if you are interested, you can definitely start learning bharatanatyam and the stamina and energy can be easily developed!!

In this ‘online Kathak learning video’, renowned Kathak dancer Pali Chandra dispels common misconception regarding age restriction in learning Kathak. As long as one has a ready mind and body to receive the knowledge, one needn’t worry about age.

Absolutely yes. I am in my 20s and I am currently learning Kathak, there are students in my dance class who are over 50 years and have just started learning the dance. Age doesn’t matter, you just have to be dedicated and love the dance you are doing.

Absolutely! You can become a great dancer starting at any age. If you don’t care about being a professional, then nothing is stopping you from doing any type of dance.

It’s highly unlikely that starting at age 24 you will become a world champion dancer. But you’re never too old to do something that you enjoy at whatever level you’re at. You’re never too old to take up dancing.

Regardless of your age or abilities, ballet is for everyone, and it is never too late to start learning ballet as an adult.

Whether you’re 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80 years old, it’s never too late to start dancing. So… Let’s start dancing! ‍STEEZY Studio is a great way to start dancing for beginners of ALL AGES.

Is 19 too late to start? Of course!! Sure, there’s an advantage for people who start when they’re 5 or whatever, but there are amazing dancers who’ve started in their twenties or thirties and still make it just fine. If it’s your real passion, you’ll pick up plenty well, with dedication and hard work.

It’s never too soon nor too late to start dancing. You start whenever or wherever you wish. I started at 26, I’m 27 now (so it makes one year I’m on my dance group), but if the plan for me was to start dancing at 30, I would do exactly the same as I did with 26!!

No. No. Not in a professional company. Most dancers don’t even reach 30years old and have had decade long education, ensemble career, soloist career and have started looking for another career.

It’s never too late to start dance, whether your child is 3, 8, or 17! We have classes in all styles, for all skill levels, for all children. If your older dancer is interested in learning more about dance now is a great time to try a class.

To say it simply, there is no certain age to start dancing. There are some who start as young as toddlers and there are many people who’ve taken up dance as late as their 90s. Dance transcends age, gender, countries, cultures. The gist being you can learn to dance anytime, anywhere!!

Dance is a form of expression and there is no age limit to learn dance. As long as you have the passion its never too late. Start light and slowly move ahead while being mindful of how your body is coping.