Advanced Bharatanatyam Lessons including Karanas of Natyashastra

Designed by Parijat Naik using a modern, engaging approach to keep learning interactive and inspiring

Advanced Adavu Techniques - We begin by revisiting your basic Adavus, refining posture, clarity, and rhythm. From there, you’ll discover how these foundational steps can be transformed into complex movement patterns, while also learning fresh Adavu variations that expand your dance vocabulary and creativity.

Jaati Exploration - Rhythm becomes your playground as you practice Adavus to different Jaatis (rhythmic patterns). This training builds adaptability, strengthens your timing, and enhances your ability to shift seamlessly between patterns while staying graceful and precise.

Angika Abhinaya - In this module, your body becomes the storyteller. Through Angika Abhinaya, you will learn to use gestures, stances, and movement flow to convey emotions and narratives with greater depth, bringing your performances to life.

Margam Compositions - You will explore the beauty and variety of the Bharatanatyam Margam. Experience the grace of Padam, the narrative charm of Shabdam, the grandeur and complexity of Varnam, and the lively rhythm of Thillana. Each composition helps you refine both Nritta (pure dance) and Abhinaya (expression).

Natya Shastra Studies - Step into the world of the Natya Shastra with an in-depth study of Charis (leg movements) and Nritta Hastas (pure dance hand gestures). You’ll understand their technique, history, and significance, giving your dance a strong connection to its classical roots.

Karanas in Bharatanatyam - Be introduced to the Karanas, the ancient movement sequences described in the Natya Shastra. Learn their meaning and practice applying them in your Bharatanatyam compositions to add authenticity, elegance, and depth.

About the Teacher

Parijat is a choreographer and performer, currently based in Goa and Mumbai.

Parijat is the founder of 'Soul Feet' dance company. Soul feet has performed at numerous festivals and concerts across India, as well as in The Netherlands, Sweden, Hong Kong, and China.

Throughout her career, Parijat has had the opportunity to host workshops internationally in countries such as The Netherlands, France and Singapore, engaging with diverse audiences and sharing her passion for dance. She has completed her Masters in Performing at Public Space from Fontys University in The Netherlands and is formally trained in performing the 108 Karanas of the Natyashastra, along with her training in Bharatanatyam.

Recognizing that art is a collaborative and participatory experience, Parijat strives to create choreographies that inspire and engage audiences on a collective level. With an unwavering commitment to innovation and a strong belief in the power of artistic expression, she aims to contribute to the evolution of dance as a transformative and inclusive medium. She is dedicated to exploring novel methods to redefine the role of traditional classical and folk dance in modern society.