Kathak Beginners Five-Week Course (Jaipur Gharana)

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm UTC+13:00

Norris Studios | Auckland

Kathak Dance Company - Purnima Garg
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Kathak Beginners Five-Week Course (Jaipur Gharana)
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Learn Kathak with the only school in NZ dedicated to the Jaipur Gharana. 5-week introductory course | long-term training opportunity
About this Event

Papakura, we heard you — and we’re coming.

Join us for a 5-week Beginner Kathak Course in the Jaipur Gharana style, right here in South Auckland.

This course is perfect for absolute beginners, as well as anyone who wants to revisit and strengthen their basics. We’ll move step by step, building rhythm, clarity, and confidence together in a supportive space.


Course Details

Duration: 5 Weeks (Every Wednesday)
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Dates:

  1. 4th March
  2. 11th March
  3. 18th March
  4. 25th March
  5. 1st April

Location:
41B Elliot Street, Papakura, Auckland 2110
(South Auckland)


What You’ll Learn
  • Basic footwork (Tatkar)
  • Hand movements (Hastas)
  • Basic spins (Chakkars)
  • Introduction to storytelling (Abhinaya)
  • Understanding rhythm and Taal

Each week builds on the previous one, so by the end of the course, you’ll feel grounded in the fundamentals of Kathak.


Why Join
  • Guided by experienced teachers
  • Small class sizes for individual attention
  • A welcoming and encouraging environment
  • Opportunity to continue learning with us beyond the course
  • Opportunity to be part of our production

What to Bring
  • Comfortable Indian clothes suitable for dancing
  • A water bottle
  • An open mind and willingness to learn

Registration

Please register via Eventbrite to secure your spot.
Places are limited to keep the group focused and personal.

We’re really looking forward to dancing with you in Papakura.


Bring a Friend Offer:
Register with a friend and both receive $25 off your course fee.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Norris Studios, 41b Elliot Street, Auckland, New Zealand

Tickets

NZD 125.00 to NZD 200.00

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