Junior Course in Kathak
Join the Junior Course in Kathak to systematically learn this beautiful classical dance form and its aesthetics and history in just 12 weeks.
Online
12 Weeks
Free Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Junior Course in Kathak by Swayam teaches Kathak, one of the most popular and graceful classical dance forms of India. Kathak is anchored on the Hindustani Classical Music system and has been performed for centuries throughout the Indo-Gangetic valley. It has emerged into a popular dance form performed across the globe.
The Kathak training focuses on key components of this classical dance form such as footwork, body movements, hand and eye movements, grace, poses, expressions, the portrayal of rhythmic structures, and enactment of stories. Additionally, taking this course and learning Kathak will make your body look younger, reduce body weight, and make you more energetic and active.
Besides, the Kathak certification course provides detailed and systematic practical dance training while discussing its aesthetics and history. This course also comes with a certificate provided towards the course end. All participants who complete the entire course curriculum and clear the final test will receive this completion certificate.
The Highlights
- Online program
- Core program
- Undergraduate-level course
- Twelve-week course
- Certificate
- Final Proctored Test
- Course offered by Rabindra Bharati University
Programme Offerings
- Certificate
- 12-week course
- Online training
- Undergraduate-level program
- Core course
- Upcoming course
- Skilled Instructor
- Final Exam
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata |
Eligibility Criteria
The Junior Course in Kathak by Swayam does not mandate any prerequisites for enrolment.
Moreover, candidates can avail themselves of the course certificate by completing the course curriculum, including the internal assessment and final proctored exam. The final weightage will be as follows: 30% of internal assessment and 70% of a final proctored exam.
What you will learn
- Finishing the entire curriculum of the Kathak training will teach you the following:
- Techniques based on the Natyashastra
- Performing tatkar, thaat, tukdas, todas in Teen Taal
- Use of Samyukta Hastas
- Small tukdas of Rupak Taal
- Various gharanas of Kathak Dance
- Important kathak gurus, training centers, and performers
Admission Details
Step 1. Use this link to visit the Swayam Page- https://swayam.gov.in/
Step 2. Search for the ‘Junior Course in Kathak’ course under upcoming courses.
Step 3. Next, press the ‘Join’ button to apply for the course.
Step 4. Register by filling in your details and join the course to start learning.
Application Details
Candidates interested in joining the Kathak certification course must visit the official Swayam website and make an account. After filling in the details in the sign-up form, students can proceed to join the course and start on the mentioned date.
The Syllabus
- Tatkar in Teen Taal, Hasta Sanchalan and Padhant
- Introduction: (A General Introduction to the techniques based on the Natyashastra)
- Shlokas From The Abhinayadarpanam (Asamyukta Hasta –1)
- Aamad
- Natya, Nritta and Nritya
- Shlokas From The Abhinayadarpanam (Samyukta Hasta –2)
- Thaat in Teen Taal
- Number of Rasas and Bhavas [Part 1]
- Viniyoga Of Asamyukta Hastas -I
- Teen Taal: Three Simple Tukdas
- Number of Rasas and Bhavas [Part 2]
- Viniyoga Of Asamyukta Hastas -II
- Teen Taal: Two Simple Tukdas
- Dharmis and Vrittis
- Viniyoga Of Asamyukta Hastas -III
- Viniyoga Of Asamyukta Hastas -IV
- Teen Taal – 3 Chakradar Todas
- Abhinaya
- Aharya Abhinaya
- Usages Of Samyukta Hastas
- Indian Mythology : Vishnu
- Indian Mythology: Shiva and Consorts of Gods, Kartikeya
- Indian Mythology: Shakti and Ganapati
- Shlokas From Abhinaya Darpan (Devata & Dasavatara Hastas)
- Bhajan – I
- Bhajan – II
- Bhajan – III
- Shlokas From Abhinaya Darpan (Jati, Bandhava & Navagraha Hastas)
- Introduction To Sidhi Gat
- Matki and Murli Gat
- Raasleela and its relation to Kathak Dance
- Teen Taal – Parans and Chakradar Paran
- Introduction To Rupak Taal
- Taal Rupak - Small Tukdas
- Classification of Nayaka-Nayika
- 2 Simple Parans and 1 Chakradar Toda
- A Detailed Study of Gharanas of Kathak Dance
- Nayaka Lakshanas & Nayika Alamkars
- Taal Rupak : Chand and Ladi
- The Mandir & Durbar Traditions; Major Royal Patrons
- Important Gurus, Performers & Training Centres
Instructors
Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
You need to provide your name and email ID to register on the Swayam platform.
No, the Junior Course in Kathak does not have any prerequisites.
No, the Junior Course in Kathak is an undergraduate-level certification course.
Yes, this online course is offered by Rabindra Bharati University.
Yes, an active internet connection is needed to consume course content.