Classes
Training for every age and level — from a child's first steps to the concert stage
Discipline, devotion,
and joy in every class
Training at Nrityananda follows the traditional gurukula spirit adapted for modern life: strong foundations in adavus (basic steps), hastas (hand gestures), and rhythm, deepening into abhinaya (expression), choreography, and stagecraft.
Students also learn the stories, music, and theory behind the dance — because Kuchipudi is not only movement, but a language of devotion and storytelling.
Find your level
Little Dancers
A joyful first encounter with Kuchipudi — rhythm games, basic postures, simple adavus, and stories from mythology that spark imagination and discipline.
Beginners
Foundations done properly: araimandi posture, the full vocabulary of adavus, hasta mudras, and introductory jathis set to talam. No prior experience needed.
Intermediate
For dancers with solid basics: complex jathi combinations, abhinaya pieces, shabdam and keertanam repertoire, and preparation for stage performance.
Advanced & Soloists
Serious training for committed dancers: varnam, tarangam — including the famed dance on the brass plate — and full margam solo repertoire, with performance opportunities.
Beyond steps —
a complete education
- Small classes with personal attention from Hima Bindu Challa
- Theory woven into practice — the stories, music, and meaning behind each piece
- Annual recital and community performance opportunities for every level
- A warm, disciplined studio culture rooted in respect for the art form
- Guidance for students preparing arangetram (debut solo performance)
Join us in the studio
Class timings vary by level and term. For the current schedule, fees, and trial class availability, please get in touch — we will be happy to help you find the right class.