About Vruksha Natyalaya

Vruksha Natyalaya was founded by Ms Mamtha in 2018 in Bengaluru. It was established with the objective of promoting classical Indian dances and to train students of all age group. The untiring efforts of the institution’s founder and the whole team enabled Vruksha Natyalaya to make commendable progress in a short span of time.

Founder and Artistic Director

Mamtha is the artistic director of Vruksha Natyalaya, Bengaluru. She is not only a versatile classical dancer in Vazhuvoor Bani but an innovative dance teacher and a choreographer. Mamtha had her early training from Natya Mayuri Classical Dance Institute and has been into this art form from the last 15 years. She continued to learn Bharatanatyam and perform at various venues all over India.

Through her dance academy, she aims not only at creating an environment where learning becomes fun, but also empower kids through self-confidence, self-discipline, endurance, and creativity.

Under her tutelage, each student is assured individual attention and motivated to participate in the school's dance productions and programs.

Trained over 150 students in India and abroad in such a short span of time, Mamtha strives to spread this beautiful art form to as many Dance enthusiasts in the coming future.

Levels & Syllabus

  • Beginner's Level -1

    • Namaskaram
    • Brief background and stories about origination of Bharatanatyam
    • Basic Dance Stances (Araimandi, Muzhumandi, Samapadham)
    • Basic Dance workouts (Guidelines for Practice)
    • Basic Adavus/ Steps with their variations in 3 speeds
    • Asamyutha Hasthas (Single handed mudras)-
    • Samyutha Hasthas (Both hands)

  • Beginner's Level -2

    • Advanced Adavus/ Steps with their variations in 3 speeds
    • Advanced Dance workouts (Guidelines for Practice)
    • Asamyutha Hastha Vinyoga (Usage of hasthas)
    • Samyutha Hastha Vinyoga (Usage of hasthas)
    • Basic Neck movements
    • Navarasa (9 Facial Expressions)

  • Intermediate Level -1

    • Introduction to Shloka form of songs
    • Concept of Tishra, Chatushra, Kanda, Mishra and Sankeerna Jathis
    • Alaripu-1
    • Pushpanjali
    • Kautuvam
    • Asamyutha Hastha Shloka
    • Samyutha Hastha Shloka

  • Intermediate Level -2

    • Alaripu-2
    • Thodayam
    • Jatiswaram
    • Drishti Bedhas (Eye movements)
    • Shiro Bedhas (Head movements)
    • Greeva Bedhas (Neck movements)

  • Advanced Level -1

    • Shabdam
    • Varnam
    • Padam
    • Thillana
    • Application of Abhinayas

  • Advanced Level -2

    • Keerthanam
    • Javalli
    • Other variations of Alaripu, Jatiswaram, Thillanas etc
    • Mangalam
    • 108 Karanas

  • Gejje Pooja/Salangai Pooja

    • Salangai puja is done when students complete a formal study of Bharatanatyam.
    • The learners then start formally wearing the anklet and stage dance performances.
    • The custom holds a lot of significance because without performing the mandatory salangai puja no student of the classical dance can adorn the salangai.
    • Wearing it for the first time, the dancer takes her first steps onto the stage to tell the audience that she has learnt and is beginning to understand the divine and beautiful rhythm and movement – Bharatanatyam.
    • It doesn't say the dancer is master of the art but it does say that she has learnt and understood the basics of her art.
    • Like learning the alphabets of a language, she has learnt the basics of Bharatanatyam

  • Arangetram

    • A Bharatanatyam Arangetram is a solo debut performance that signifies the completion of initial formal training of a dancer in Indian Classical Dance
    • The term Arangetram translates to "ascending the stage". This performance is typically done when the guru believes the student is ready for a solo performance.
    • The Arangetram is a culmination of multiple years of hard work by the student and the guru, and it is an opportunity for the dancer to showcase his or her dedication and skills developed over the years.
    • Throughout this debut, the dancer performs a series of dances that are learned over a course of time.
    • The dancer must build up his or her concentration and stamina to perform solo dances for approximately three hours.

Note: Eligibility for the dance class to be above 5 years

Why choose us?/ What makes us unique?

  • Trained by a professional
  • Certificates provided after completion of each level
  • Unique methods of teaching
  • Online/offline classes offered (learn from the comfort of your home)
  • One on one (personal training) can be opted for
  • Theory notes provided
  • Audios and Videos are provided for practice
  • Compensation classes
  • Fun and Interactive sessions
  • Annual day performance opportunities

Reviews

Krupa Subramaniam

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Our daughter has been going to the dance class for a month. She is thoroughly enjoying the classes. The teacher has a passion for dance and enjoys teaching with children. She is able to understand the children and make them learn better.

Ramya Lakshmanan

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Highly recommended place. My daughter is a beginner in bharatanatyam and she is in absolute love with this art form. All thanks to her teacher, Mamtha mam for her patience and for inciting the interest in her students.

Reema Sood Dar

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We are really blessed to have her teaching our daughter. Seen remarkable improvement in just 3-4 months. Keeps a lot of patience while teaching. Thank You

Nita Thakkar

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She has good knowledge and experience in bharath natyam. My 4 year old enjoys her classes and we can see the results in her, she is good with teaching with small kids as well as teens.

Satavisha Bhattacharyya

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Mamtha is really good with the kids and my 3.5 year old really enjoys her classes. She is learning beautifully, and all credits to her teacher. THANKS A LOT

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