Bolly Kathak Intermediate

Inspired by Devdas and Umrao Jaan, our Bolly Kathak course is a semi-classical style with elements of Bollywood and Kathak. If you want to learn how to dance like Madhuri or Aishwariya, then this is the class for you! This class is at an intermediate level. We recommend completing at least four Bolly-Kathak (Beginner) courses before enrolling in intermediate unless you have prior Kathak experience, in which case intermediate should be fine for you. If you’re not sure, then let’s have a chat!

Summary

In this 10-week course, you will –

• Further your knowledge of Kathak dance through rhythmic footwork, spins (chakkars) and hand gestures
• Gradually learn a complete Bolly-Kathak semi-classical routine
• Improve your balance, stamina and fitness
• Have fun with a friendly group of adult dancers
• Learn from Melbourne’s top Kathak choreographer, dancer and teacher, with over 18 years Kathak training
• Get weekly practice videos to support your learning outside of class
• Have access to a private group chat (via WhatsApp), to encourage communication with other students and your teacher
• Learn performance skills by creating a dance video in the final lesson. Your video is professionally filmed and edited by Studio J. You will have full access to the final dance video, to share with family & friends (non-commercial use)

Teacher – Ida Ghatge

With over 18 years of dance experience, Ida is a Kathak dancer who trained under guru Shri. Harish Gangani. She also attended the Terence Lewis Dance Academy in Mumbai, and later moved to Melbourne where she completed her Honours in Psychology at Melbourne Uni. An experienced performer, Ida has graced the stage across India, Europe and Australia. Ida currently performs with Sapphire Dance as a Bollywood & Kathak dancer-choreographer.