Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dance School in Cambridge
Established in 2007, Sanskruti School Of Dance has become a cornerstone of South Asian dance education in Cambridge. Our school trains students in Bharatanatyam and Bollywood dance styles, following the ISTD syllabus while fostering holistic development. With a team of CRB-checked instructors, we prepare students for ISTD examinations and professional stage debuts, having trained participants for national competitions and award-winning performances. Our outreach extends to workshops in schools, museums, and cultural festivals, promoting cross-cultural understanding through dance. Recognised by One Dance UK and affiliated with the ISTD board of examinations, we combine technical excellence with creative expression.Our curriculum integrates Natyashastra movements, offering advanced students a deep dive into traditional Indian dance forms. Through public performances and community engagement, we cultivate discipline, confidence, and artistic professionalism. Our teachers' expertise ensures a safe, inclusive environment for all ages and backgrounds. With over 15 years of experience, we remain committed to preserving cultural heritage while innovating in dance education. Our partnerships with institutions like the Royal Society of Chemistry and Cambridge Junction demonstrate our dedication to accessible, high-quality arts programming.
Services
Bharatanatyam Classes
Bollywood Dance
Dance Workshops
Cultural Outreach
Performance Training
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer ISTD-certified instruction with CRB-checked teachers
- Our students have performed at national festivals and competitions
- We combine classical training with contemporary creative expression
- Award-winning outreach programs in schools and community venues
- Specialist workshops tailored to different age groups and abilities
Associations and certifications
- ISTD
- One Dance UK
What people say
Delightfully diverse dance programme
Thrilled to share
Beautiful, graceful, and fun
Learnt so much
Nice way to beat lockdown boredom
Services
Bharatanatyam Classes
Structured training in Bharatanatyam following ISTD syllabus guidelines. Classes develop technical precision in footwork, hand gestures and storytelling. Students progress through graded examinations towards professional stage debuts, building cultural understanding and performance confidence.
Bollywood Dance
High-energy Bollywood dance classes combining traditional and contemporary movements. Sessions focus on fitness, coordination and expressive performance techniques. Suitable for children and adults seeking fun, accessible Indian dance workouts with cultural context.
Dance Workshops
Customisable workshops introducing South Asian dance to diverse groups. Programmes adapt to different age ranges and abilities, incorporating lecture demonstrations. Partners include schools, museums and corporate clients seeking interactive cultural experiences through movement.
Performance Training
Specialist coaching for public performances and competitions. Students learn choreography, stagecraft and ensemble work. Recent participants have reached national finals and performed at Cambridge Dance Festival, gaining professional performance experience.
Cultural Outreach
Partnership initiatives promoting South Asian arts across East Anglia. Programmes include school residencies, festival appearances and intergenerational workshops. Designed to increase cultural access while maintaining artistic excellence in traditional dance forms.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We specialise in Bharatanatyam (classical South Indian dance) and Bollywood (cinematic Indian dance style) for all ages.
Are your teachers qualified?
All our instructors hold formal dance qualifications and current CRB checks, with specialist training in ISTD syllabi.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Yes, we prepare students for ISTD exams, Arangetrams (debut performances) and regular public showcases including Cambridge Dance Festival.
Can adults join classes?
Absolutely - we offer Bollywood classes for adults alongside our youth programmes, with flexible scheduling options.
Do you provide outreach workshops?
We deliver customised dance workshops for schools, museums, festivals and corporate events across East Anglia.
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