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Winter Term 17 January - 11 March 2011
Beeja runs regular bharatanatyam classes at The Place, in Euston. These are continuous classes devised and taught by Anusha Subramanyam.
The first hour class builds on a foundation of good technique and is suitable for beginners and those with little experience in bharatanatyam. Starting with a yoga-based warm-up that prepares dancers for more demanding movement sequences, the class progresses to learning the adavus (basic dance units in bharatanatyam). While focusing on the precision of body lines, dancers are encouraged to use breath and imagery to explore the varieties of textures and patterns within a traditional set of steps. The class culminates with learning a simple piece of choreography.
Repertoire class, for intermediate and advanced dancers, focuses on technical detail and learning more complicated and physically challenging dance items from the traditional bharatanatyam repertoire to new choreography. Anusha has developed a distinctive method of teaching bharatanatyam in way which is both enjoyable and efficient.
The classes aim to develop dancers’ awareness of their own bodies in space and in relationship to other dancers. Pilates and yoga are incorporated into the classes to develop core strength, good alignment and safe dance practice.
Where: The Place, 16 Flaxman Terrace, London WC1 H9AT
When: Every Friday 6.30pm - 7.30pm (Technique), 7.30pm - 8.30pm (Repertoire)
How much: You can join in between terms and pay for a drop-in class or a block of classes. Drop-in class fee: £10 per hour
The first hour class builds on a foundation of good technique and is suitable for beginners and those with little experience in bharatanatyam. Starting with a yoga-based warm-up that prepares dancers for more demanding movement sequences, the class progresses to learning the adavus (basic dance units in bharatanatyam). While focusing on the precision of body lines, dancers are encouraged to use breath and imagery to explore the varieties of textures and patterns within a traditional set of steps. The class culminates with learning a simple piece of choreography.
Repertoire class, for intermediate and advanced dancers, focuses on technical detail and learning more complicated and physically challenging dance items from the traditional bharatanatyam repertoire to new choreography. Anusha has developed a distinctive method of teaching bharatanatyam in way which is both enjoyable and efficient.
The classes aim to develop dancers’ awareness of their own bodies in space and in relationship to other dancers. Pilates and yoga are incorporated into the classes to develop core strength, good alignment and safe dance practice.
Where: The Place, 16 Flaxman Terrace, London WC1 H9AT
When: Every Friday 6.30pm - 7.30pm (Technique), 7.30pm - 8.30pm (Repertoire)
How much: You can join in between terms and pay for a drop-in class or a block of classes. Drop-in class fee: £10 per hour
Bharatanatyam classes for children
Beeja also conducts regular bharatanatyam classes for children in London, Leicester and Swindon as well as private classes across London.Swiss Cottage Community Centre, London
19 Winchester Road, NW3 3NR
Nupur Arts Centre, Leicester
Peepul Centre, Orchardson Avenue, LE4 6DP
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Swindon Dance, Swindon
Regent Circus, Swindon SN1 1QF
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