This course will include a detailed curriculum that will help students pick up: Bhumi Pranam, Basic Footwork, Tatkaar Movements, hastak types, their importance and description, Sselami Tukra Tora Paran Amad Kavitya Intro, Taal Structure Introduction, Ganesh/ Guru Vandana. These will be covered in 24 sessions which are the basics of Kathak Training that would get you on the feet and kindle the passion in you. A popular and recognized form of classical Indian dance is Kathak which originated from Uttar Pradesh in north India. This one is derived from the word Katha meaning story, and during the whole dance, the dancers narrate stories through their eyes and expressions. Kathak is believed to be originated in North India where Kathakars (storytellers) used to travel to different places to communicate stories from ancient scriptures like Ramayan, Mahabharat, and Lord Krishna stories through dance, music, and songs. It got its name from the word "Katha" which means "story" in English. It is known for its spins, outstanding rhythmic footwork, however, it also involves hand gestures, facial expressions, and eye work. Both male and female dancers can be seen dancing together in this form of classical dance.

About The Instructor: Mrs. Jhumur Ghosh has completed her Masters's in Kathak as an academic qualification. Overall, she has 24 years of experience in teaching and can handle both kids as well as adults and all three levels. She has key skills in teaching, knowledge, and experience in teaching a wide audience of kids and adults both in India and abroad. She is kind and patient yet concentrates on building a proper and appropriate connection when required. She is a highly committed and dedicated trainer who would continue in shaping a student long-term and believes the guru shishya parampara would be giving the guarantee to be available for the student life long service in teaching them till advanced level. She is a state-level achiever in Kathak and Manipuri and other creative art forms like Rabindra Nrutya etc. She has performed at Uday Shankar Gour and Suriya Festivals, Indo Maitreyee, Indo Sudan, Mayapur Basant Utsave, Talsari( Govt of India. Ministry of culture) Srijan, Bharath Sanskriti, etc. She is working on certain research projects too.