Kathak Dance is recognized as one of the major Classical Dance Forms of India. It is a centuries-old discipline that maintains its roots in the temple but gained its popularity and artistry from the courtyards of the Mughal Empire. The Kathak discipline incorporates fast rhythmic footwork patterns while wearing several pounds of brass bells around each of the dancers’ ankles. Its fast and rhythmic movements are complemented by grace and poise, combined with narrative storytelling, beautiful abstract movements, and stunning pirouettes.
The RAPA Kathak Curriculum incorporates both the traditional “centuries-old” discipline with a more modern version of the art form seen today. Students follow a yearly curriculum and take RAPA Certification exams before moving to the next level. The entire RAPA Kathak Program takes approximately 7-8 years to complete and ends in a Senior Graduation Project and Ceremony.
Beginning Class Options for Kathak:
Kathak 1A (first year curriculum for Kids and Juniors under 12 years of age)
Kathak 1B (first year curriculum for Teens/Adults 13+ years; or must have passed 1A exams)
Kathak 2 (must have passed 1B exams, requires 2 classes per week)
Kathak 3+ (By Instructor Placement Only)
Schedule:
- Purdance
- Mission Dance Performing Arts
- Kathak 1A (6 - 8+ yrs)
- Kathak 1B (9 - 12+ yrs)
- Beginning Kathak (13 - 18 yrs)