Odissi Dance Privates

Service Description

Spend 10 lessons in-person or online with the magic of Odissi, allowing the dance to transform you in therapeutic ways. Having learnt from many different schools of Odissi, working intensively with Iyengar teachers on the proper alignment of the postures and having studied the theoretical concept of contemporary dance forms, Ganga Devi selected the best from each tradition and offers this knowledge forward to her students. She adds a unique flavor in her classes by incorporating these holistic methods. Classes will be taught with three different approaches of Odissi in mind: Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, Nrityagram and Guru Mayadhar Raut. We will familiarize ourselves with the Odissi vocabulary, aesthetics, basics, abhinaya (story telling), theory, ritual and bhava of the dance. Exploring both of the aspects of the dance: Nritta (purely abstract, ornamental dance) and Abhinaya (storytelling through mudra, gesture). Odissi is known for its sculpturesque postures, rich expressive range of sacred femininity. Odissi history connects to temple dance traditions of Orissa, East India. Who can participate? Beginners are welcome, as well as students looking to polish their basic techniques. This dance requires some degree of fitness and an open mind. These classes are for any woman who wants to begin the Odissi journey with a holistic approach or deepen a current practice with unique flavor and spiritual depth. Classes are taught in English. What to expect: For each lesson you will arrive five minutes early and be greeted by Indian classical raaga music, beautiful scents and your instructor. You are welcome to a cup of our herbal teas at any time. After your lesson is complete, you are welcome to stay and enjoy the serenity of the garden. Warm up and strength training for mind-body centering Bhumi Pranam - Earth Salutations Stepping practices in Odissi’s main postures, building upon every lesson. Odissi theory practice or short composition (Abhinaya or Nritta) Stretch and closing What to bring: - Water bottle, which you can always refill. - Note book & pen. - We will dance in bare-feet. Please wear leggings or fitted pants which allows for full range of movement at the all joints of the leg.

Contact Details

• Via Mazzanese, 1046, Nepi, VT, Italy

  devi.immersion@gmail.com