Top Folk Dance Lessons in Aliso Viejo, CA

Richa Jauhari is a choreographer and fitness instructor. She creates choreography for couples first dance, group and solo's performances. She also teaches group dance fitness (BollyX Cardio & BollyX Low Impact) to a diverse group of adults. Richa has a passion for seeing individuals strive for their best and achieve their dance and fitness goals. Contact Richa (richajfit) for more information on choreography or dance fitness classes!

Sharanya Mukhopadhyay, is a UCLA graduate and a dedicated dancer in the Odissi style. She has started touring regularly in India and has been professionally performing in the USA. Sharanya has been teaching dance for the last few years. She also promotes Odissi by lecturing about this ancient dance form. Classes are held regularly in Southern California, USA for classical as well as fusion and semi-classical styles. Regular classes in Odissi and Fusion (Including Bollywood).

Kalbelia is the Snake Charmer Dance from Rajasthan India! It’s snake like movement is beautiful and empowering. Kalbelia Dance is fun, lively, folkloric, improvisational and non-technical. It is characterized by rhythmic stomps, hip movements and kicks, ever-changing hand movements, spinning, and dancing with partners. It is a dance for fun and celebration. This class will focus on the foot work and hand movement commonly used in Kalbelia dance. Plus basic steps. Equipment: Large spinning skirt, ghungroo.Katrina Ji is a highly acclaimed international touring dancer & choreographer specializing in Rajasthani Folk, Bhangra & Bollywood. She is the Artistic Director of Culture Shakti based in Seattle & Los Angeles, USA Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India I’m super excited to share my favorite dance with you online! I just spent the last 5 months living in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan India where I was performing every night at Desert Springs Resort in the Thar Desert. I’ve been in awe of Kalbelia dance since 1999 after seeing the documentary Latcho Drom. The opening scene is in Rajasthan. I toured and performed throughout the USA in 2014 with Suva Devi Kalbelia who is famous for her barrel turns in the film. This year, I got to meet Talab Khan who was the young boy singing in the film. He’s now a grown man. During my 2017 Tour with Rajasthani Caravan, I was awarded by both RANA (Rajasthanis of North America) and ARA (American Rajasthani Association) for my work. Then, in 2018 I became a member of the International Dance Council, CID - UNESCO, the highest level of dance recognition in the world. Regardless, my time in India was unforgettable. I spent my every day with musicians and dancers. It was quite the exciting adventure. Dilip Singh filmed a music video with me and Ashraf Khan Harbha. Prior to teaching and performing Rajasthani dance, Katrina was fully immersed in FCBD(R) Style Bellydance since 1999. This particular style of bellydance is rooted in the dances of the Romany

Sraddha Fine Arts was initially set up in Chennai (India) in September 2020 with an aim to impart the art form of Bharatanatyam (Indian Classical Dance of Tamil Nadu) to the next generation of artistes. The school, which has trained many students in India for 3 years, has now newly opened in West Hollywood (Los Angeles) in 2024. The dance lessons are taken by Aparna Jayaram in Kalakshetra style of dance. Students of all ages and levels can enroll for classes. About the teacher: I (Aparna) have been a Bharatanatyam dancer for more than 20 years, equipping myself with various Bharatanatyam techniques, expressions, and theoretical knowledge behind this divine art form. I have been fortunate to learn from many eminent gurus - Smt.Ambika Buch, Dr. Radhika Vairavelavan, Smt.Jyotsna Narayanan and at present from Padma Shri. Leela Samson.

Based in Southern California, Rangashree Dances of India offers performances and classes in Bharatanatyam and various folk dance styles. Rangashree emphasizes authentic and dignified presentations of traditional dance forms, eliciting sincerity from the dancer, and respect from the audience. Rangashree's dancers and students perform most often in California, but in recent years have appeared in Kansas City, Atlanta, and Italy.Classes are offered at various locations in the Los Angeles area. Most students are from the sizeable Indian community here, but non-Indians are encouraged to join. Because India's dance traditions are inseparable from its culture, dance classes include an element of cutural immersion.Rangashree is directed by Paulomi Pandit, an accomplished dancer and an alumna of the Kalakshetra Institute in Chennai, India. Paulomi practices and teaches Bharatanatyam in the Kalakshetra style, emphasizing refinement and purity. Having grown up in Gujarat, a region of India known for its love of dancing, Paulomi is an expert at various styles of folk dancing, and has choreographed a number of award-winning dances.A professional folk dance troupe developed by Paulomi is active in India, and it shares the Rangashree name. Based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and now led by Avani Pandit, the Rangashree troupe performs throughout India, and frequently overseas. The first section of this page describes the progression of a Bharatanatyam dance student at Rangashree.

Embrace the vibrant energy of Indian dance at Dhoon Dance, where we offer a comprehensive range of classes in Indian classical (Kathak), Indian contemporary, and Bollywood. Our passionate instructors will guide you through the graceful and intricate techniques of these traditional and modern dance forms, igniting your passion for dance while instilling a deep sense of cultural appreciation. Elevate your dance skills with our International Dance Studies certifications and showcase your talents at our regular performance opportunities. Join us and experience the transformative power of dance, where artistry meets community and good causes."

Based in Southern California, Rangashree Dances of India offers performances and classes in Bharatanatyam and various folk dance styles. Rangashree emphasizes authentic and dignified presentations of traditional dance forms, eliciting sincerity from the dancer, and respect from the audience. Rangas...

Enjoying a 20 year of joyful experience as a Bharatnatyam dancer, we are now open to spread the joy to the outsiders of Irvine and Tustin. This strong foundation in Bharatnatyam’s combination of dance and expression will lead you to any kind of dance with more ease.

Kalaasmi Academy provides lessons for Indian Classical Music(Hindustani style) and Bharatnatyam for all ages. Sayali Pendse, of Kalaasmi Academy, is classically trained Hindustani Vocalist and Bharatnatyam dancer from India. She has completed Visharad degree in Bharatnatyam as well as Hindustani Mu...

Nupur Academy offers group and private instruction in Kathak dance, vocals, tabla and harmonium under the guidance of Guru Prachi Dixit and esteemed Visiting Artists.

Study Pure Classical Kathak Dance from the most renowned and distinguished award-winning Kathak Dance Master in the US of over 40 years, Guru Anjani Ambegaokar. Anjani Ambegaokar has been bestowed a National U.S. Treasure as recorded in the Library of Congress by receiving the highest honor in trad...

Richa Jauhari is a choreographer and fitness instructor. She creates choreography for couples first dance, group and solo's performances. She also teaches group dance fitness (BollyX Cardio & BollyX Low Impact) to a diverse group of adults. Richa has a passion for seeing individuals strive for ...

Pragathi Art Foundation provides in-depth training in Kalakshetra Style of Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam (Guru Kalyanikuttyamma Style). Here students are also trained in how to craft their own movement pieces, which enables the student to develop a unique and personalized experience of this tradit...

Kalbelia is the Snake Charmer Dance from Rajasthan India! It’s snake like movement is beautiful and empowering. Kalbelia Dance is fun, lively, folkloric, improvisational and non-technical. It is characterized by rhythmic stomps, hip movements and kicks, ever-changing hand movements, spinning, and d...

Sraddha Fine Arts was initially set up in Chennai (India) in September 2020 with an aim to impart the art form of Bharatanatyam (Indian Classical Dance of Tamil Nadu) to the next generation of artistes. The school, which has trained many students in India for 3 years, has now newly opened in West H...

Namaste everyone, Shivalee has trained in the Lucknow Gharana Style of Kathak from a young age under the tutelage of her Guru, Srimati Anuradha Nag, for over 20 years. She has attended regular workshops with the late Pt. Birju Maharajji and Saswati Sen Didi. She has represented Anuradha Didi’s Scho...

Natyanjali School of Bharatanatyam is offering classes in: West Covina, Upland, and Chino Hills. One of the leading exponents of Bharata Natyam in Los Angeles, California. Preserving a dance tradition over 35 years! Dr. Malini Krishnamurthi is the Artistic Director of the Natyanjali School of Dance...

Embrace the vibrant energy of Indian dance at Dhoon Dance, where we offer a comprehensive range of classes in Indian classical (Kathak), Indian contemporary, and Bollywood. Our passionate instructors will guide you through the graceful and intricate techniques of these traditional and modern dance ...