Indian Classical Dance (Odissi)
Have you always wanted to learn how to dance—gracefully, beautifully, and with a deep sense of purpose?
The Mayapur Institute invites devotees to join a 3-month Odissi Dance Course where you’ll receive step-by-step training in one of India’s most sacred classical dance forms. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your movements, this course will teach you the fundamentals of Odissi while connecting each step to bhakti and spiritual expression.
What You'll Learn:
- The origins and spiritual meaning behind Odissi dance
- Core body positions and posture training
- How to perform hand gestures (Mudrās) with meaning
- Head (Shiro-Bheda), eye (Drishti-Bheda), and foot (Paad-Bheda) movements
- Classical steps and sequences taught clearly and gradually
- Full-body conditioning exercises to develop grace and strength
- A group dance offering to Lord Jagannāth at the end of the course
Course Structure:
Duration: 3 Months
Schedule: 2 classes per week | 1 hour per session
Course Timeline: 1-November-2025 to 31-January-2026
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 AM IST
Instructor: His Grace Madan Mohan Dās, expert in devotional classical dance
Course Fee: ₹2000/month (Total: ₹6000)
Eligibility: Open to devotees only
Capacity: Maximum 12 students for focused, personal attention
Location: Mayapur Institute Campus
Why Join?
This is your opportunity to learn Odissi dance from scratch in a devotional, uplifting environment. Step-by-step, you'll build confidence, elegance, and a deeper connection to Krishna through the sacred art of movement.
Limited seats available – register now and let your devotion dance!