Classes

Dance classes are scheduled at the time of enrollment. Students may request changes to their class day based on availability and at the discretion of the teacher.

Classes are held weekly and are approximately one hour in duration. Fees are charged monthly and are due on the first class of each month.

Cancellation Policy

Fees are not charged on a per-class basis; therefore, no refunds will be issued for missed classes.

If a class is canceled by the teacher due to unforeseen circumstances and every effort to reschedule has not been successful, a refund will be provided.

Drop-off & Pickup

To minimize distractions and maintain focus during class, parents are requested to drop off students and either leave or wait outside.

If parents choose to leave, they must return promptly at the scheduled class end time to pick up their child.

Locations

  • Wrentham – 85 Foxboro Rd
  • Upton (Saturdays only) – 1 Church St.
  • North Chelmsford (Sundays only) – 31 Princeton St.

Learning Kuchipudi at Our Institute

Kuchipudi is a classical dance form that requires flexibility, coordination, and discipline.

Children should be at least 6 years old to begin formal training. However, younger children may attend under the supervision of a parent to become familiar with the class environment.

Beginner Level

Students learn foundational and basic steps along with introductory techniques.

Duration: Typically 12–18 months

Intermediate Level

Students progress to more complex combinations known as Jathis. These are structured as follows:

  • Chathurasra Jathis (11 Jathis) → followed by the 1st item
  • Thisra Jathis (5 Jathis) → followed by the 2nd item
  • Misra Jathis (3 Jathis) → followed by the 3rd item
  • Khanda & Sankeerna Jathis (4 Jathis) → followed by the 4th item

Duration: Typically 2–3 years

Advanced Level

Training begins from the 5th item and progresses to more advanced and intricate compositions.

Students are expected to complete at least one item in each category of the Kuchipudi repertoire.

Duration: Typically 3–4 years (varies based on progress)

Graduation (Rangapravesam)

During the advanced stage, students become eligible for Rangapravesam—the debut solo performance marking their formal graduation.

An assessment will be conducted to evaluate readiness. Once the student meets the required standards, the graduation timeline is announced approximately 1–2 years in advance.

Summer Camp

Summer camps are conducted during July and August. These sessions include both practical and theory-based learning.

Students will study foundational texts such as:

  • Natya Shastra
  • Abhinaya Darpanam

All required materials will be provided.

Theory Program

Theory classes are structured into four levels. Students progress to the next level upon successful completion of each stage.

Upon completing all four levels, students are awarded a graduation certificate along with a title.