The Origin
Natya Veda was created by Lord Brahma as a combination of the Pathya or words of Rig Veda, the Rasam or sentiments of Atharva Veda, the Abhinaya, or communicative elements of Yajurveda, and the Geetam or music of Sama Veda.
Natya Veda is believed to be the foundation of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, and Mohiniattam. Bharatanatyam is known to symbolize cosmic relationships and expressions. Rishi Bharatha is believed to be the main inspiration behind the term Bharatanatyam.
Why Practice?
The practice of classical dancing is known to rejuvenate the body and balance the mind. The use of hand gestures, eyes & face muscles, has multiple health benefits too!
Increases flexibility and mobility, and strengthens the back, pelvic floor and also respiratory system.
A wonderful cardio workout as it improves blood circulation, tones muscles and is good for bone density as it is a contact exercise.
Rolling eyes from side to side, you are using the eye muscles which help in the movement of the eye. It can be highly beneficial for the eyes.
Performing various mudras improves the circulation of blood flow from fingers to the other parts of the body while also having a calming effect on the mind.
Arthritis, muscle degeneration, nervous disorders, tennis elbow, tendonitis, and knee ailments can be restored by dance therapy.
About the Guru
Ms. Payal Ravendra is an experienced qualified teacher with over 14 years of experience in Bharatanatyam dance form. She has done her Master’s in Bharatanatyam. Being an excellent performer, she has been giving elite performances across India & around the world.
Winner of Natyakala Ratnakara Award 2019
Our Programs
1. BHARATANATYAM FOUNDATION COURSE (6 MONTH)
This module introduces the students to Bharatanatyam. Students here learn to appreciate the art form and discipline their bodies and mind for further complicated movements to come.
Inclusive of Practical & Theory Module: Shlokas, Postures, Warm up exercises, Hasta Mudras, Adavus
Tala – An introduction to the Sapta Talas
Performance Oriented Compositions – Swaranjali
2. INTERMEDIATE COURSE (Duration?)
Students here learn to appreciate the art form and also discipline their bodies and mind for further complicated movements to come.- need to revise this
Practical & Theory Module: Shlokas, Postures, Warm up exercises, Nethra (eye), Griva (Neck) and Shiro (Head) Movements, Hasta Mudras and Adavus
Tala – Introduction of sapta taal and demonstration of Adi Tala, Misra Chapu, and Roopaka Tala is taught
Performance Oriented Compositions – Puspanjali, Alarippu
3. ADVANCE COURSE (Duration?)
1st Module
Practical & Theory Module: Postures, Asamyuta, Shiro (Head) Movements, Adavus
Introduction to Tala – Introduction of sapta taal.
Performance Compositions – Shlok and Alarippu
2ND Module
In this module, the dancers learn to discipline their entire body with various rigorous adavus. They are also introduced to Tala or rhythmic patterns.
Practical & Theory Module: Postures, Asamyuta, Shiro (Head) Movements, Adavus, the four abhinayas, the repertoire of Bharatanatyam, and four gurus of Bharatanatyam.
Introduction to Tala – Introduction of sapta taal.
Introduction to Tala – Demonstration of Adi Tala, Misra Chapu, and Roopaka Tala
Performance Compositions – Jatiswaram & Padam
