Our Mission
Subhashini Rajagopal has dedicated herself to Bharatanatyam for over 20 years. As a student of the well-known Dhananjayans at Bharata Kalanjali, she inherited the art in its most classical and pristine form. Her devotion and love for Bharatanatyam is total, and over the years she has carved a unique niche for herself.
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Subhashini is an exemplary dancer who has performed locally and internationally. She has also choreographed and participated in many productions. With graceful movements and fantastic expressions, as well as wonderful stage presence, she creates strong imprints wherever she performs.
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Subhashini holds a Bachelors and Masters in Computer Science, as well as a diploma in Yoga from the Sivananda Yoga Training Center in Chennai, India.
Subhashini Rajagopal has dedicated herself to Bharatanatyam for over 20 years. As a student of the well-known Dhananjayans at Bharata Kalanjali, she inherited the art in its most classical and pristine form. Her devotion and love for Bharatanatyam is total, and over the years she has carved a unique niche for herself.
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Subhashini is an exemplary dancer who has performed locally and internationally. She has also choreographed and participated in many productions. With graceful movements and fantastic expressions, as well as wonderful stage presence, she creates strong imprints wherever she performs.
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Subhashini holds a Bachelors and Masters in Computer Science, as well as a diploma in Yoga from the Sivananda Yoga Training Center in Chennai, India.
Subhashini Rajagopal has dedicated herself to Bharatanatyam for over 20 years. As a student of the well-known Dhananjayans at Bharata Kalanjali, she inherited the art in its most classical and pristine form. Her devotion and love for Bharatanatyam is total, and over the years she has carved a unique niche for herself.
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Subhashini is an exemplary dancer who has performed locally and internationally. She has also choreographed and participated in many productions. With graceful movements and fantastic expressions, as well as wonderful stage presence, she creates strong imprints wherever she performs.
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Subhashini holds a Bachelors and Masters in Computer Science, as well as a diploma in Yoga from the Sivananda Yoga Training Center in Chennai, India.
Subhashini Rajagopal has dedicated herself to Bharatanatyam for over 20 years. As a student of the well-known Dhananjayans at Bharata Kalanjali, she inherited the art in its most classical and pristine form. Her devotion and love for Bharatanatyam is total, and over the years she has carved a unique niche for herself.
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Subhashini is an exemplary dancer who has performed locally and internationally. She has also choreographed and participated in many productions. With graceful movements and fantastic expressions, as well as wonderful stage presence, she creates strong imprints wherever she performs.
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Subhashini holds a Bachelors and Masters in Computer Science, as well as a diploma in Yoga from the Sivananda Yoga Training Center in Chennai, India.
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
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Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
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Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
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Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
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Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
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Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
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Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
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Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
-
Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
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Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
-
Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
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Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
-
Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
-
Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
-
Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
-
Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
-
Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
-
Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Our mission is to develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts, through education and exploration.
Natya Shubam imparts our core values to all our students – humility, persistence, collaboration, dedication, and a desire to be the best one can be.
Our objectives are to
-
Instill and advance a love for Bharatanatyam regardless of age, gender or dance level
-
Create and maintain a learning environment that is collaborative, supporting and rewarding
-
Innovate and progress the art through our productions and choreographies
-
Foster a deep appreciation for Indian tradition, culture, as well as values, as we bridge over into modern times
-
Enhance focus, strength, and self-expression through practice and mastery of the art
Dance Instruction
Natya Shubam was established to encourage and further a passion, dedication, and lifelong love for Bharatanatyam. We believe learning never ends, so our instruction is structured, yet flexible, to allow for exploration and immersion.
Our approach is to combine classroom instruction with quarterly stage performances, so students can apply what they learn and develop the confidence to perform in front of an audience. Students participate in our school productions, community events, as well as prominent dance festivals.
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Classes are offered at our Foster City location, at the following levels:
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Beginner
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Intermediate
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Pre-arangetram
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Arangetram
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Post-arangetram
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Students are expected to put in the requisite practice hours to ensure perfection and progression. Classes are conducted weekly in groups. Semi-private and private instruction is provided to students preparing for arangetram or a performance.
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Our curriculum is based on the Kalakshetra style of Bharatanatyam. Dancers develop coordination, flexibility, grace, expression, and endurance, through the course of their learning. The curriculum provides a predictable and step-wise progression, so students know what to expect and what is expected of them.
Additionally, we are fortunate to have all our families involved in the school, volunteering at various times and at various events. Our families give their time generously, and this creates a close-knit and encouraging learning environment.
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