The 30-Day Bharatanatyam Challenge
One short lesson a day for 30 days. By the end you'll know the core positions, how to stamp, your first hand gestures and your first adavus, and you'll have a daily practice habit to keep going.
From Navatman, New York City’s school for Indian classical dance and music, teaching adults for 20+ years. Cancel anytime.
Starting is easy. Keeping going is the hard part.
- You start a course, binge three videos, and never come back.
- You don't know what to practice today.
- Weekly classes are too slow, or too hard to fit in.
- You want visible progress in weeks, not months.
The challenge gives you exactly one thing to do each day. Small, daily practice is what builds strength, memory and confidence.
How it works
Start your free trial
Get the full 30-day challenge right away, plus the rest of the library.
Do today's lesson
Each day is short enough to fit before work or after dinner.
Keep the streak
Miss a day? Pick up where you left off. The lessons wait for you.
What the 30 days cover
49 short lessons from the 30-Day Bharatanatyam Challenge:
Stand like a dancer
Correct posture, the major positions (samapada, aramandi, muzhumandi) and mandala combinations.
Move and stamp
Prernkanam, how to stamp (even when you can't make noise) and kumbapada for ankle strength.
Your first adavus
Thattadavu 1, Nattadavu 1 and 2, Guddhitamettadavus and Sarukkal 1.
Hands, body care and meaning
Samyukta hastas, the Angikam Bhuvanam Yasya sloka, and short stretches and conditioning for dancers.
Who this is for
- Complete beginners who want structure
- Busy adults who can give 10 to 15 minutes a day
- Returning dancers rebuilding a routine
- Anyone who learns best with a daily goal
What students say
It's never too late“I was uncertain whether it is too late to learn a dance form or will I ever be able to perform on stage. But, you assured me it's never too late, and that learning art and dance is possible at any age.”
— Harshada
I was apprehensive, but saw how genuine it was“I am so glad to know you and Navatman continue to be so devoted to it.”
— Bhargavi
Choose how you learn
Every monthly plan starts with a free 14-day trial. Cancel anytime.
Library
Self-paced. Every recorded step-by-step course in bharatanatyam, kathak, vocal and body conditioning.
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Everything in Library, plus weekly live classes on Zoom, feedback from Navatman teachers, and full item courses.
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Everything in Studio for a year, about $37.50 a month (45% less than monthly Studio).
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How long is each day?
Most days are 5 to 15 minutes. Some include an optional follow-along practice.
What if I miss a day?
Nothing is locked. Pick up where you left off, or repeat a day as many times as you like.
What do I need to start?
A clear patch of floor about the size of a yoga mat, comfortable clothes you can move in, and a laptop, tablet or phone. No ankle bells, costume or prior training needed.
What do I do after Day 30?
Move into the Learn your adavus courses, starting with Thattadavus, and keep the daily habit.
Do I need a credit card for the free trial?
Yes, checkout asks for a card so your plan can continue after 14 days. You won't be charged during the trial, and you can cancel anytime from your account.
Day 1 starts today
Start your free trial and do your first lesson in the next 15 minutes.