Ages: 3 - 4 years

Our Bollywood Beginners class caters to newcomers eager to explore the rhythm and energy of Freestyle Bollywood.

Prerequisite: No Prior Dance Experience Required

Class Highlights:

• Understanding the Rhythm: Learn to recognize the beat and identify 8-counts, laying a strong foundation for dance timing.

• Fundamental Stance and Technique: Master the basic stances and techniques essential for Freestyle Bollywood dance.

• Hand-Eye Coordination: Develop coordination skills that enhance your dance performance and precision.

• Concentration and Focus: Build mental concentration and focus to improve learning and execution of dance moves.

• Choreography Memorization: Memorize and recall dance routines using easy-to-follow word cues

Ages: 4 - 5.5 years

Bollywood I students work on building on the basics, bettering concentration, and mastering more intricate rhythms and moves.

Prerequisite: Must have attended a min of 3 semesters of SDA Bollywood Beginners class

Class Highlights:

• Enhanced Technique: Refine your basic stances and movements while learning new, foundational Bollywood techniques.

• Expressive Movement: Explore dynamic and expressive dance styles unique to Bollywood, adding flair and personality to routines.

• Coordination and Flexibility: Improve hand-eye coordination and flexibility through targeted exercises and dance drills.

• Level I Choreography: Build on basic choreography skills with more complex routines, integrating new steps and sequences.

• Performance Skills: Develop confidence and stage presence as we prepare to showcase your skills at our showcase.

• Choreography Memorization: Memorize and recall dance routines using easy-to-follow word cues

Ages: 5.5 - 7 years

Bollywood II course is designed for those students who have mastered the basics, build on your existing knowledge, explore more complex choreography, and refine your performance techniques.

Prerequisite: Must have attended a min of 3 semesters of SDA Bollywood I class

Class Highlights:

• Level II Choreography: Delve into semi complex routines that integrate formations and transitions, pushing skills to the next level. Choreography must be memorized for performances.

• Technical Precision: Enhance your technique with detailed instruction on advanced movements, including semi-complex legwork, spatial movement, and turns.

• Improved Posture and Stance: Focus on refining your posture and stance to achieve greater control and elegance in your dance.

• Rhythmic Complexity: Master challenging rhythms and syncopations, improving your ability to interpret and execute diverse musical styles.

• Seamless Transitions: Master the art of smooth transitions between positions within your routines to create fluid and cohesive performances.

• Rhythmic Mastery: Tackle complex rhythms and syncopations, further refining your ability to interpret and execute diverse musical styles with finesse.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Discover the importance of teamwork through group projects and duets, enhancing your collaborative skills and fostering a supportive dance environment.

• Improvisation and Creativity: Explore opportunities for improvisation, allowing you to inject your personal style and creativity into choreographed pieces.

Ages: 7.5+ years

Bollywood III students must have the ability to concentrate for the entire length of the class to master advanced level choreography, refine technique and enhance your performance artistry.

Prerequisite: Must have attended a min of 3 semesters of SDA Bollywood II class

Class Highlights:

• Level III Choreography: Engage with intricate routines that feature advanced patterns, demanding transitions, and innovative sequences to challenge your abilities. Choreography must be memorized for performances.

• Precision Technique: Focus on perfecting your posture, stance, and advanced techniques, including semi-complex legwork, spatial movement, and dynamic turns.

• Fluid Transitions: Develop seamless transitions between positions within routines, achieving a polished and cohesive performance flow.

• Emotive Expression: Learn to deeply connect with the emotion of the track, mastering the art of expression to convey a powerful narrative through dance.

• Advanced Performance Skills: Enhance your stage presence and confidence with expert tips and tools from the teacher, ensuring your performances captivate and inspire.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Embrace the importance of teamwork through intricate group projects and duets, honing your collaborative skills and fostering a supportive environment.

• Creative Improvisation: Explore advanced improvisation techniques to integrate your unique style and creativity into both choreographed and spontaneous dance moments.

• Dynamic Expression: Learn to convey the emotion of the track and basics of expression, adding depth and storytelling to your dance.

Ages: 6.5+ years

Our Kathak course is designed to pay ode to India’s traditional and cultural heritage through shlokas, tukdas and storytelling through which refine grace, technique, expression, and performance acumen.

Prerequisites: Willingness to commit and focus on verbal, theory and visual instructions as well as commitment to at home practice at least twice a week.

Class Highlights:

• Footwork and Technique: Strengthen Kathak posture, stance, and basic techniques with a focus on precise execution of Teen Taal footwork and correct technique for chakkars (Kathak circles).

• Graceful Movement: Learn to move gracefully and fluidly throughout routines, achieving a seamless flow in your performance.

• Hand Movements and Expressions: Master the intricacies of Hastaks (hand movements) and develop expressive gestures to convey emotions and enhance your storytelling.

• Musicality and Expression: Deepen your understanding of Kathak’s musicality and integrate emotional expression into your dance, connecting with the rhythm and mood of the music.

• Choreography Memorization: Build your skills in memorizing and performing a piece of choreography independently, without relying on the teacher’s cues, to demonstrate your mastery and confidence.

• Refined Technique: Focus on perfecting advanced elements of Kathak technique, including intricate footwork patterns and dynamic turns, to achieve a higher level of technical proficiency.

• Performance Excellence: Enhance your stage presence and ability to deliver captivating performances, showcasing your advanced Kathak skills with elegance and artistry.

Ages: 6.5+ years

Our Bharatanatyam course is designed to pay ode to the oldest dance form with focus Natya (theatrical dance), refined technique,, graceful precision and Abhinaya (acting and expressing).

Prerequisites: Willingness to commit and focus on verbal, theory and visual instructions as well as commitment to at home practice at least twice a week.

Class Highlights:

• Strengthened Stance and Posture: Focus on perfecting the fundamental Bharatanatyam Aramandi (half sit) stance and posture, essential for executing movements with precision and grace.

• Mudras Mastery: Study and practice Bharatanatyam mudras (Hastas), learning their significance and application in enhancing your expressive repertoire.

• Expressive Dance: Learn to convey the meaning and emotion of the songs through coordinated body movements and facial expressions, capturing the essence of the music and lyrics.

• Traditional Choreography: Practice classical Bharatanatyam choreography set to Carnatic music, honing your skills in traditional routines and rhythm.

• Choreography Memorization: Develop the ability to memorize and perform a piece of choreography independently, showcasing your proficiency and confidence without relying on the teacher’s cues.

• Advanced Technique: Delve into semi-complex aspects of Bharatanatyam, including Mudras, Adavus (basic steps), and Abhinaya (expressive storytelling).

• Performance Excellence: Emphasize the fluidity and elegance of your movements, ensuring that each performance is characterized by grace and artistry.

Ages: 7+ years

Our Hip Hop I class aims at teaching the fundamentals of hip hop, including essential techniques, musicality, and improvisational skills. Students will be exposed to the basic footwork, technique and core strengthening required for Hip Hop.

Prerequisites: Willingness to commit and focus on visual instructions as well as commitment to at home practice at least twice a week.

Class Highlights:

• Basic Hip Hop Footwork and Technique: Learn the core movements and techniques that define hip hop, including essential footwork and body isolations.

• Musicality and Texture: Understand the unique musicality and texture of hip hop music, enhancing your ability to move rhythmically and expressively.

• Improvisation Skills: Develop your ability to improvise with body movements, rhythm, and control, allowing for personal expression and creativity.

• Stylized Movement: Master moving to the beat with distinct hip hop stylized moves, adding flair and individuality to your dance.

• Choreography Memorization: Practice and perform group choreography, focusing on memorization and synchronization with fellow dancers.

• Coordination and Teamwork: Improve your coordination and work effectively in a group setting, fostering a sense of teamwork and collaboration in your dance practice.

Ages: 8+ years

Our Hip Hop II class is an intermediate-level class is designed for dancers ready to advance their hip hop skills, focusing on refining your footwork, enhancing body control, and exploring various hip hop styles.

Prerequisite: Must have attended a min of 3 semesters of SDA Hip Hop I class

Class Highlights:

• Intermediate Footwork and Technique: Advance your knowledge with intermediate-level footwork and techniques that build on the foundation established in Hip Hop I.

• Enhanced Body Control and Movements: Improve your body control, precision, and movement execution to achieve greater finesse and fluidity in your dance.

• Musicality and Texture: Delve deeper into the musicality and texture of hip hop dance, learning to interpret and sync with the rhythms and beats more effectively.

• Stylized Footwork: Practice advanced stylized footwork to enhance your dance with unique and intricate movements that showcase your individual style.

• Complex Footwork and Agility: Master the complexities of hip hop footwork and agility, refining your ability to execute complex patterns with ease and precision.

• Exposure to Hip Hop Styles: Explore various hip hop styles, including locking, shuffling, and top rock, gaining versatility and a broader understanding of the hip hop genre.

• Technique Refinement: Focus on perfecting your technique through targeted drills and exercises designed to elevate your performance and overall skill level.

Ages: 10+ years

Our Hip Hop III class, designed for advanced-level dancers aims at mastering complex techniques, enhancing improvisational skills, and perfecting performance artistry.

Prerequisite: Must have attended a min of 3 semesters of SDA Hip Hop II class

Class Highlights:

• Advanced Footwork and Technique: Delve into sophisticated hip hop footwork and techniques, pushing your skills to new heights with intricate and challenging movements.

• Musicality and Texture: Gain a deeper understanding of hip hop musicality and texture, enhancing your ability to interpret and synchronize with diverse beats and rhythms.

• Improvisation Skills: Elevate your improvisational abilities by mastering body movements, rhythm, and control, allowing for dynamic and spontaneous dance expressions.

• Specialized Techniques: Explore and perfect various hip hop styles, including Shuffling, Top Rock, Locking, and Popping, to broaden your dance repertoire and versatility.

• Stylized Movement: Refine your ability to move to the beat with advanced stylized moves, showcasing your individuality and artistic flair.

• Choreography Mastery: Memorize and perform complex group choreography, emphasizing synchronization and cohesion in a collaborative performance setting.

• Coordination and Teamwork: Enhance your coordination and teamwork through group exercises and performances, fostering a supportive and dynamic dance environment.

Ages: 7+ years

Our BollyJazz class is designed to build a strong foundation in jazz techniques while incorporating elements from contemporary and sass dance forms.

Prerequisites: Willingness to commit and focus on visual instructions as well as commitment to at home practice at least twice a week.

Class Highlights:

• Foundational Techniques: Strengthen your basic posture and grace through foundational exercises, essential for developing a solid jazz dance base.

• Strength and Flexibility: Engage in targeted exercises to enhance your strength and flexibility, crucial for executing jazz movements with precision and fluidity.

• Floor Work and Dynamics: Explore floor work, contract and release, and fall and recovery techniques to add depth and dynamic range to your dance practice.

• Contemporary Dance Integration: Incorporate contemporary dance techniques to build a well-rounded skill set, focusing on musicality and emoting to music.

• Advanced Techniques: Practice advanced jazz techniques, including chains, pirouette preparation, and legwork, to elevate your performance and technique.

• Foundations: Build a strong foundation in jazz dance techniques, integrating these into your jazz repertoire for a diverse and versatile style.

• Choreography Mastery: Memorize and perform a piece of choreography independently, demonstrating your ability to retain and execute complex routines without the teacher’s cues.

Our BollyHop program is designed to master intricate techniques, enhance improvisational abilities, and perfect your performance artistry. Immerse yourself in a dynamic blend of Bollywood flair and Hip Hop energy, refining your movements with precision and style.

Ages: 9+ years

Class Highlights:

• Advanced Footwork and Technique: Explore complex BollyHop footwork and techniques, challenging yourself with intricate movements that blend the best of Bollywood and Hip Hop styles.

• Musicality and Texture: Deepen your understanding of the musicality and texture unique to BollyHop, enhancing your ability to interpret and synchronize with diverse rhythms and beats.

• Improvisation Skills: Boost your improvisational skills by mastering dynamic body movements and rhythm control, allowing for spontaneous and expressive dance performances.

• Specialized Styles: Perfect a range of BollyHop styles, including Bollywood’s vibrant expressions and Hip Hop’s sharp, energetic moves, to expand your dance repertoire and versatility.

• Stylized Movement: Refine your ability to execute advanced, stylized moves that showcase your individuality and artistic flair, blending Bollywood’s grace with Hip Hop’s edge.

• Choreography Mastery: Memorize and perform intricate group choreography, focusing on synchronization and cohesion to deliver compelling and collaborative performances.

• Coordination and Teamwork: Enhance your coordination and teamwork through group exercises and performances, fostering a supportive and dynamic dance environment.

Step into the enchanting world of Indian mythology with our Bal Ramayan/Bal Krishna Leela Theatre Class! This 6 week program, designed for young performers, brings to life the timeless epic of Ramayan (in fall) or stories on the life of Krishna (in Spring) through interactive theatre activities, culminating in a grand showcase.

Ages: 5+ years

Class Highlights:

• Theatrical Training: Kids will learn basic acting skills, including voice modulation, facial expressions, and stage presence, all while immersing themselves in the characters of the Ramayana.

• Cultural Immersion: Through storytelling and role-playing, children will explore the rich cultural heritage and moral lessons of the Ramayana, understanding the values of courage, loyalty, and righteousness.

• Interactive Learning: Fun games and exercises that enhance memorization, teamwork, and improvisation skills.

• Language & Diction Training: Practicing correct pronunciation of Hindi sounds, specific to the scenes from the epic tale.

• Personalized Coaching: One-on-one feedback from instructors to tailor learning and at home rehearsals to individual roles.

• Grand Showcase: The class will culminate in a spectacular Bal Ramayan Mini Musical where the young actors will present scenes from the Ramayan in full costume, complete with elaborate sets and props, as part of a festive Diwali bash. This event will be a vibrant celebration featuring traditional Diwali activities, sweets, and decorations, making it a memorable experience for all.
  Tentative Performance Details:
  Date- March 15th
  Location- Art House Productions (345 Marin Blvd, JC)
  Time- 10:00am- 2:00pm
  
  

Our Bhangra I program tailored for young dancers who want to build a strong foundation in Bhangra basics. Students will dive deeper into Bhangra techniques, mastering the vibrant spirit of the dance and learning how to confidently perform dynamic routines. This course promises a vibrant blend of traditional Bhangra energy and modern dance styles, refining your movements with precision, power, and cultural flair.

Prerequisite: Must be eligible for the Bollywood I class level.

Ages: 4.5 - 5.5 Years

Class Highlights:

• Energetic Choreography: Engage in semi-complex routines that incorporate classic Bhangra moves like taris and jugni, blending formations and transitions. Students are expected to memorize choreography for performances.

• High Knees and Legwork Precision: Improve your leg strength and stamina by mastering high knees and more intricate taris movements, focusing on energy and power.

• Cultural Expression: Embrace the spirit of Punjab by learning how to express the dance's rich cultural heritage, including the lively and expressive jugni moves, while improving overall performance technique.

• Rhythmic Complexity: Tackle more complex rhythms, enhancing your ability to match movements with the upbeat tempos of traditional Bhangra music.

• Posture and Stance: Refine your posture, focusing on achieving balance and grace while maintaining the high-energy feel of Bhangra.

  Seamless Transitions: Learn smooth transitions between formations and positions, creating a cohesive and fluid performance style.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Foster teamwork through group routines, helping dancers develop a sense of rhythm and coordination with their peers.

• Creative Expression: Explore opportunities for improvisation, allowing students to inject personal style and flair into their dance while maintaining the essence of traditional Bhangra.

Our Bhangra II program is designed for young dancers ready to advance their skills and deepen their understanding of this vibrant dance form. Building on the foundation established in Bhangra I, this class introduces more intricate choreography, focusing on precision, energy, and cultural depth. Students will master advanced Bhangra techniques, embracing the lively spirit of the dance while confidently performing more dynamic routines.

Prerequisite: Must be eligible for the Bollywood II/III class level.

Ages: 5.5 - 7 Years

Class Highlights:

Advanced Choreography: Delve into semi-complex routines featuring traditional Bhangra moves like faslaan, jugni, and dhamaals, combining intricate transitions and formations. Students are expected to memorize choreography for polished performances.

Powerful Legwork and High Knees: Focus on building leg strength and endurance with precise execution of high knees and betkes, improving stamina and adding intensity to every move.

Cultural Expression: Celebrate the vibrant heritage of Punjab by mastering expressive jugni movements and incorporating faslaan to bring the traditional energy of Bhangra to life.

Rhythmic Complexity: Challenge yourself with more intricate rhythms, learning to synchronize complex beats with powerful dance movements, enhancing your musicality and timing.

Refined Posture and Stance: Elevate your technique with a focus on posture, balance, and control while maintaining the energetic and bold feel of Bhangra.

Seamless Transitions: Achieve fluidity in your performances by perfecting smooth transitions between positions, ensuring a cohesive and dynamic performance style.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Continue building strong teamwork through group routines, developing greater coordination, timing, and synchronization with peers.

Creative Expression: Explore opportunities for creative improvisation, allowing dancers to infuse their routines with personal style while maintaining the authenticity of traditional Bhangra.

Ages: 18 months - 3 years

SDA x Buzy Bugs Touch & Tango Toddler Classes are designed to stimulate your child's senses, foster exploration, and encourage creativity through a combination of sensory activities and dynamic play. We provide a well-rounded environment that supports sensory development, motor skills, and musical interest in a fun and interactive setting.

Prerequisite: Must have a parent/guardian or caregiver attend sessions with their toddler.

Class Highlights:

• Sensory Development: Engage the five senses—smell, taste, touch, sight, and hearing—through carefully curated sensory activities.

• Taste-Safe Sensory Play: Explore taste-safe sensory materials to enhance sensory experiences while ensuring safety.

• Exploration and Messy Play: Encourage toddlers to get messy and explore different textures and tools, promoting tactile learning and sensory discovery.

• Creative Movement: Foster creative play through music and movement, helping toddlers recognize rhythm and identify 8-counts.

• Hand-Eye Coordination: Develop hand-eye coordination through engaging dance activities and interactive play.

• Musical Exploration: Introduce toddlers to instruments such as drums, xylophones, and shakers, along with props like parachutes and scarves, to spark their interest in music and rhythm.

Ages: 3+ years

SDA x Buzy Bugs present a Hindi Immersive Craft Class, where creativity meets culture! This engaging session is designed to introduce students to the rich heritage of India through language, hands-on art and craft activities, all inspired by the grandeur of Indian royalty.

Prerequisite: Students must be able to attend independently. No parents, guardians or caregivers are allowed in class.

Class Highlights:

• Language Immersion: Students will learn basic Hindi words and phrases related to colors, shapes, and craft materials, along with royal terms like "Maharaja" (king), "Maharani" (queen), and "Rajmahal" (palace).

• Royal Exploration: Students will Dive into the opulent world of Indian royalty, exploring the lives and traditions of ancient kings and queens, and the splendor of their majestic palaces.

• Creative Projects: Students will create beautiful crafts like jeweled crowns, royal scepters, traditional jewelry, and colorful palace wall hangings.

• Storytelling: Each session includes a story time featuring Indian folktales and legends about kings, queens, and their majestic kingdoms.

• Interactive Learning: Fun games and activities that reinforce the Hindi vocabulary learned during the class, along with elements of Indian royal traditions.