Chhandika

Chhandam Institute of Kathak Dance

Dedicated to the teaching of Pandit Chitresh Das

Under the artistic direction of Gretchen Hayden

Register for Classes

    • 4 Jan 2025
    • 22 Jun 2025
    Registration is closed

    Youth Ensemble

    Saturdays: 9:00am - 10:30am (Todos Dance, Natick) 

    Sundays: 10:30am - 12:00pm (MassMotion, Brighton)

    • 4 Jan 2025
    • 22 Jun 2025
    Registration is closed

    Youth Ensemble Apprentice

    Saturdays: 10:30am - 12:00pm (Todos, Natick) 

    Sundays: 9:00am - 10:30am (MassMotion, Brighton) 

    • 4 Jan 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 21 Jun 2025
    • 10:15 AM
    Registration is closed

    Introduction to Kathak (Ages 13+) (Saturdays)

    Learn the fundamentals of kathak dance from pranam, to footwork patternskharanths (stances), tal (rhythmic structures), recitation, hastaks (hand gestures), chakkars (spins), abhinaya (expression) and bols (recitation of dance compositions). Elements of storytelling and music are included, along with information about the cultural influences and history of kathak. 

    Saturdays: 9am - 10:15am  Todos Dance & Fitness Studio, Natick

    Session from Jan 4, 2025 to Jun 21, 2025

    OPTIONAL: 8-week Wednesday Review Class in FRAMINGHAM from Jan 15 - Mar 12 (7:30-8:30 PM) at Dance DiNamics - 847 Edgell Rd, Framingham, MA 01701


    We do not want finances to impact a student's ability to learn kathak. If you need financial aid / scholarships, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us! 

    • 4 Jan 2025
    • 10:30 AM
    • 21 Jun 2025
    • 11:30 AM
    Registration is closed

    Kids / Youth II (Ages 8 - 12) (Saturdays)

    A Kathak foundations class for girls and boys.  

    If you have any questions about this class or the student's eligibility, please get in touch with us.

    Saturdays: 10:30am - 11:30am - Todos Dance & Fitness Studio, Natick MA 

    Session from Jan 4, 2025 to June 21,  2025

    We do not want finances to impact a student's ability to learn kathak. If you need financial aid / scholarships, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us! 

    • 4 Jan 2025
    • 11:30 AM
    • 21 Jun 2025
    • 12:15 PM
    Registration is closed

    Kids / Youth I (Ages 5 - 7) (Saturdays)

    A Kathak foundations class for girls and boys.  

    No prerequisites. If you have any questions about this class or the student's eligibility, please get in touch with us.

    Saturdays: 11:30am - 12:15pm - Todos Dance & Fitness Studio, Natick MA 

    Session from  Jan 4, 2025 to June 21,  2025

    We do not want finances to impact a student's ability to learn kathak. If you need financial aid / scholarships, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us! 

    • 5 Jan 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 22 Jun 2025
    • 10:15 AM
    Registration is closed

    Introduction to Kathak Youth (Ages 8 - 12)(Sundays)

    Learn the fundamentals of kathak dance from pranam, to footwork patternskharanths (stances), tal (rhythmic structures), recitation, hastaks (hand gestures), chakkars (spins), abhinaya (expression) and bols (recitation of dance compositions). Elements of storytelling and music are included, along with information about the cultural influences and history of kathak. 

    No prerequisites. If you have any questions about this class or the student's eligibility, please get in touch with us.

    Sundays: 9:00am - 10:15am, Mass Motion Dance Brighton 

    Session from Jan 5, 2025 to June 22, 2025

    We do not want finances to impact a student's ability to learn kathak. If you need financial aid / scholarships, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us! 

    • 5 Jan 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • 22 Jun 2025
    • 10:15 AM
    Registration is closed

    Mixed Level Teens / Adults (Sundays) 

    These classes will continue to expand on Brighton-based repertoire. Flowing moments and khusbsurti / nazakat exercises will be integrated with high intensity footwork and chakkars development. A class for those who also want to sweat!

    Sundays: 9:00am - 10:15am, Mass Motion Dance Brighton 

    Session from Jan 5 to June 22, 2025

    Optional Independent Tuesday Review Class (separate cost to cover studio rental fee at MassMotion) from Jan 7 to June 17, 2024 (7-8:30pm)

    We do not want finances to impact a student's ability to learn kathak. If you need financial aid / scholarships, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us! 

    • 5 Jan 2025
    • 10:30 AM
    • 22 Jun 2025
    • 11:45 AM
    Registration is closed

    Adult Foundations (Sundays)

    Learn the fundamentals of kathak dance from pranam, to footwork patternskharanths (stances), tal (rhythmic structures), recitation, hastaks (hand gestures), chakkars (spins), abhinaya (expression) and bols (recitation of dance compositions). Elements of storytelling and music are included, along with information about the cultural influences and history of kathak. 

    If you have any questions about this class or the student's eligibility, please get in touch with us.

    Sundays: 10:30am - 11:45am, Mass Motion Dance Brighton 

    Session from Jan 5 to June 22, 2025

    OPTIONAL: 8-week Wednesday Review Class in FRAMINGHAM from Jan 15 - Mar 12 (7:30-8:30 PM) at Dance DiNamics - 847 Edgell Rd, Framingham, MA 01701

    We do not want finances to impact a student's ability to learn kathak. If you need financial aid / scholarships, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us! 

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