CLASSES

We offer a variety of different programs at P.A.N.J. Dance Academy/South Asian Arts. Listed below are the programs we are currently offering. Be sure to check back regularly as we will be adding many more to the list.

 Dance

Bhangra

Bhangra is a very lively form of folk music and dance that originated in the Punjab region of India. While Bhangra began as a part of harvest festival celebrations, it eventually became a part of such diverse occasions as weddings and New Year celebrations. During the last thirty years, Bhangra has surged in popularity worldwide, both in a traditional form and as a fusion with genres such as hip-hop, house, and reggae. As Bhangra continues to move into mainstream culture, we hope to take you there with it through our various Bhangra programs.

• 1 hour per week
• Beginner to advanced levels
• All ages

Bolly

Adopted from the term Bollywood, which represents the film capital of the world, Bolly dancing is a unique form of fusion dance that has enhanced Indian cinema for decades. Bolly dance has been developed through the melding of extreme opposites including: classical vs contemporary dance forms, immense vs minuscule movements, quick vs slow tempos, and Eastern vs Western techniques. Created to entertain cinema goers, Bolly is a highly performance-oriented dance form!

• 1 hour per week
• Beginner to advanced levels
• All ages
   

Music

Dhol

A Dhol is a traditional North Indian percussion instrument made from wood and it is played with two sticks called a 'dagga' and a 'tilli'. The farmers of the Northern Indian regions would traditionally celebrate a good harvest by dancing and singing songs to the beat of the dhol. Students will learn the basic techniques of playing the dhol, as well as the vocabulary required for reading different beats. Students will also learn about rhythm and beat counts.

• 1 hour per week
• Beginner to advanced levels
• All ages

Tabla

The tabla is a widely popular South Asian percussion instrument used in the classical, popular and religious music of the northern Indian subcontinent. The instrument consists of a pair of hand drums, each of a different size and shape. Students will learn basic sound production and pronunciation of sound syllables, how to accompany Indian classical and folk music, and also patterns in various rhythmic cycles.

• 1 hour per week
• Beginner to advanced levels
• All ages
   

Life

Bhangra Aerobics 

In a fun and cultural way these cardio classes will target trouble body areas for South Asian women. 12-week sign ups are required and women will learn exercises they can also do at home. These classes will be based on bhangra and filmi/bolly dance movements. We also offer this program at Fit For Women Gym located in Surrey.

CONTACT US

Private classes in couples Bhangra, Dhol, Hip-hop, and Tabla are also available upon request. Please call  8146182109,8528355602 or email :-   harrymusicalgroup@gmail.com  more information.