Drop-in classes
current CLASS SCHEDULE
Please send a whatsapp message to confirm your attendance. (+30 698 695 2521) Give name, class title date/time. Without confirming at least 12 hours before class time, the class may be cancelled.
*PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Morning Sadhana: Vinyasa Krama Yoga + Odissi Technique
Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat - 9-11:30 am
Teacher: Colleena Shakti or Senior Student
Experience classical Indian dance for the first time or come to reignite your practice with us. We begin each day with a beautiful breath-based yoga practice which includes: vinyasa, gentle stretch, pranayama and meditation. After a quick break, the Odissi class will start with strength training and warm up followed by Odissi Stepping techniques.
*Classes do build over the season, beginning students encouraged to join at the beginning of the season (February) however, beginners are welcome to explore. If you have never taken Odissi we invite you to observe a class first before signing up. *Minimum enrollment is 4 classes
4 Class Pack ₹ 6,000
PRANAM:
Reverential salutations
Tuesday - 4:30 - 6 pm
Teacher: Colleena Shakti
Learn Colleena’s unique vision of dance in this NEW CLASS offered at SSD. Pranam: Reverential Salutations is a poetic, somatic and imaginative exploration in score work, improvisation and contemporary choreography based on deep sentiments of reverence. No dance experience is required, only imagination and curiosity.
*Please confirm your attendance by pre-registration or sending us a message at least 3 hours before class – we will inform of any schedule changes via whatsapp message
*COST: ₹1,500 single class / ₹4,200 3 class pack
Kalbeliya Dance
Tuesday & Thursdays 3-4 pm
Teacher: a shifting variety of local Kalbeliya artists
Kalbeliya dance is a playful, rhythmic, whirling dance of the Kalbeliya community. Connect with local culture and experience the joy of swaying to the rhythms of Rajasthan. This class is perfect for beginners and also offers a rich experience for seasoned dancers. All ages welcome.
*Please confirm your attendance by pre-registration or sending us a message at least 3 hours before class – we will inform of any schedule changes via whatsapp message
*COST: ₹1,000 single class / 6 class pack for ₹5,500
INDIAN FUSION BELLYDANCE
Thursday - 4:30 - 6 pm
Teacher: Colleena Shakti or Senior Student
Learn Colleena’s trademark style Indian Fusion Belly Dance broken down into techniques and drilled, then woven together into several phrases. Inspired by dance poses found in Indian sculpture, painting and classical dance, and integrating details of Indian classical dance, with earthy, strong, fluid belly dance Colleena will share movements that offer a sweet combination of aesthetics to create that elegant Indian mood. This class is multi level.
*Please confirm your attendance by pre-registration or sending us a message at least 3 hours before class – we will inform of any schedule changes via whatsapp message
*COST: ₹1,500 single class / ₹4,200 3 class pack
VINYASA KRAMA YOGA
Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat - 9-10 am
Teacher: Colleena Shakti or Senior Student
Vinyasa Krama Yoga is a breath based yoga system that links flowing graceful movement sequences with the expansive rhythm of the breath. Our morning practice is designed to prepare dancers for their day of classical Indian dance training. Several vinyasas are practiced each day along with pranayama and short meditation. This class is not suitable for those with injuries or current health conditions. Please bring your own yoga mat if possible.
Pre- registration is required for this class, come visit us or email our team for info!
*COST: 3 class pack ₹2,400 / 6 class pack ₹4,500
THEORY CLASS
(contact us for more info!)
Teacher: Colleena Shakti
Indian Aesthetic Theory unpacks the context in which our classical Indian dances exist and draws from thousands of years of Sanskrit texts that unravel the mysteries of art and life. The theories weave between Yoga, Vedanta, Kashmir Shaivism and Ayurveda and Dance, Music, Theater and Poetry with each verse. We start to see a holistic system in which the layers of the dancing body are understood and give meaning to the layered symbolism in Indian classical arts.
This class is designed for dancers, however anyone with sincere interest may join. Recordings not allowed – note taking encouraged. Class may also be broadcast online.
*COST: ₹1,500 single class / ₹4,200 3 class pack
COMMUNITY ODISSI
*All Levels*
Wednesday Evenings 6-7 pm
Teacher: Colleena Shakti or Senior Student
This is an all levels class and will build over the season. Some Odissi experience is helpful.
Minimum enrollment is 3 classes.
*Please confirm your attendance by pre-registration or sending us a message at least 3 hours before class – we will inform of any schedule changes via whatsapp message
*COST: by donation – Suggested cash donation is ₹ 1,500 for 3 classes
GUEST WORKSHOP TEACHERS
In the spirit of cultural exchange and holistic learning, we are delighted each year to welcome some very interesting workshops with master teachers in various fields of work. Our Odissi intensive programs always attract an interesting range of professionals who find unique ways in which this incredible art of Odissi relates to their work. In past years we have had masters in the fields of: Butoh dance, Dance Therapeutics, Ayurveda, Flamenco dance, Chinese Medicine, Yoga Chikitsa, Fusion Belly Dance and more.
