Our Classes

There are no specific prerequisites, but students should be in good general health. Consult with your doctor if you have any health conditions that may affect your ability to dance.

The Beginners level course is open to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. No prior dance experience is necessary, though some basic movement coordination might be helpful.

Our Beginners level takes anywhere between 4 to 6 months, Intermediate level takes at least 1 to 1.5 years & the Advance level would take 5 years to complete.

Our regular certified Bellydance training is divided into three main levels- BEGINNERS, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED.

With regards to our MUMBAI batches : The Beginners level runs on the rolling class format with master teacher Payal Gupta, with sessions held twice a week. Each session is for 1.5 hours therefore giving you a total of 12 hours of training each month.

The course will cover: Basic belly dance techniques (hip work, torso movements, arm & footwork) Posture and body alignment Egyptian Pop song Choreography for PART - 1 & Classical Bellydance song Choreography for PART - 2 Cultural history of belly dance & essential Rhythms

With regards to our PUNE batches - PART - 1 and PART - 2 cover essentially the same syllabus in terms of techniques because repetition is necessary for the body to be able to absorb a new & technically loaded dance form. However the choreographies taught are different in both Parts. Secondly in PART - 2 the focus is on guiding the students to be able to prepare themselves for an assessment that the students must give in order to be able to qualify for the next level.

With regards to our PUNE batches : The Beginners level consists of Part - 1 & Part- 2. The PART -1 typically spans 2 months, with sessions held once every week. Each session is for 2 hours therefore giving you a total of 16 hours in PART - 1. The same holds good for PART - 2 of the beginners level as well.

Every student who is eligible for the assessment must prepare their own choreography for 2 mins 30 secs using the techniques that have been taught in the class. Students will be guided on song selection & putting the choreography together.

If a student feels underprepared or not-yet-ready to move to the next level, then she can choose to repeat the Beginners level for another duration of 2 months but work closely with the instructor until she feels confident to test out.

If you wish to become a certified instructor, additional training or a teaching certification may be required. Inquire with the academy about instructor certification programs.

Yes, the course includes opportunities for students to perform in recitals or student showcases, depending on your skill level and readiness.

For the assessment, the instructor of the batch will announce a particular time & day that is convenient for the students to come to the studio and perform live in front of the instructor. Each individual is scored based on certain parameters. A minimum score is required to clear the assessment. Feed back will be given to each individual post assessment & certificated will be awarded to those who clear the assessment.

The certification is recognized by all dance schools, institutes & academies across India. However, please note that this certification may not be recognized globally and is primarily for personal enrichment or professional opportunities within India.

The assessment is an essential part of the certification process as it ensures that students have mastered the skills and knowledge required to perform belly dance effectively and safely. Belly dance is a skill-based discipline, and assessments help us evaluate your progress in the following ways: Personal Progress: It helps both you and your instructor gauge how far you've come in your learning journey. It allows you to reflect on your strengths and areas for improvement. Certification Standards: The certification is a recognition of your hard work and competency. By passing the assessment, you demonstrate that you meet the required standard to hold the certification. This ensures that the certificate holds value for both personal achievement and professional opportunities. Quality of Learning: The assessment maintains the integrity of the course and the certification program. It helps ensure that all graduates are equally prepared to either perform, teach, or continue learning at higher levels of belly dance. Feedback for Future Growth: The assessment provides constructive feedback, which is invaluable for your continuous development as a dancer. It identifies any areas you may need to work on further before moving to more advanced levels or starting to perform professionally.

Yes, students who clear the assessment will receive a certification. This certification will include details of the dance style(s) studied and the duration of the course.

The Beginners level course PART - 1 is priced at Rs. 5000/- for two months (16 hours of training). The Beginners level course PART - 2 is priced at Rs. 5000/- for two months (16 hours of training).

You may need to purchase dance attire, such as hip scarves, coin belts or practice wear skits or jumpsuits. These are optional but recommended for comfort and performance readiness. These can be purchased via your instructor or our website.

Inform your instructor about any injuries or medical conditions before starting the class. Modifications will be provided, but always consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new physical activity.

While belly dance is a low-impact form of exercise, it does involve body isolations and some endurance. We recommend starting slowly and gradually increasing your activity level.

Yes, every class includes a warm-up at the beginning and a cool-down at the end to prevent injury and promote flexibility.

Our courses are open for students from the age of 6 to 60. However, majority of the students we receive are students or working women.

It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement. You may be required to wear a hip scarf during class. Specific attire recommendations will be provided upon enrollment.

Our classes maintain an optimal student-to-teacher ratio to ensure personalized attention. The typical ratio is 1:10, which allows for sufficient individual feedback.

Comfortable clothing, a water bottle, a notebook for taking notes, and a positive attitude! If required, you’ll be informed of additional equipment in advance.

We, don’t generally provide trial classes since we believe that just one class is not enough for you to guage your ability to dance this art form. But more importantly, our course itself is structured in such a slow, progressive & repetitive way that anyone can learn Bellydance irrespective of their dance background, age, body type or personality.

Fees once paid, cannot be refunded, adjusted or carried forward, irrespective of the number of classes you are able to attend. Therefore kindly be prepared to commit to course schedules.

If you miss a class you need not worry since the syllabus is repetitive & designed in such a way that it becomes imperative to first catch up & then learn further, but we still offer the following options- you may be able to make it up by attending another session at a different location since our classes across all locations run parallelly. you can keep the instructor informed and therefore you may be asked to either come before or stay back for a few mins in the next class to catch up with what you’ve missed.

This is highly unlikely to happen but under certain circumstances like heavy rain falls or if the instructor falls really sick, then the class will be rescheduled to a time convenient to the students in the batch & as per studio availability.

You can always approach the instructor for clarification or guidance during class. Additionally, administrative support is available for any logistical or enrollment-related questions.

Depending on what level course you've completed, our academy itself provides several performance opportunities through the year either solo or as part of a group. The course will equip you with the foundational skills required for public performances.

Yes, there may be a specific dress code for performances. You will be informed ahead of time about what is required for any public shows or recitals.