From The Indian To The Western Dance

Dance has always been a part of rich Indian culture. The traditional classical or the folk dance is from the origin which still exists with many legends who master in it. In the earlier period theater dancers enacted a story with some singers and dancers to convey a message to the general public. Though the singers played major roles it was the dancers who always been center of attraction.


According to purana’s and the olden tradition its stated as most of the dancers were attached to the temples and was popularly known for their art with devotion. Dance Coaching is found in every society and it was mainly followed as a way to worship god. Folk dance is mainly a part of India. Indians still learn folk dance and believes it bringing up more energy and peace of mind to one. Though there are many dances which kids can start from early age, not every folk dance is as safe. Before kids start its most important to know whether it’s a safe and secured surrounding. 

Dance Training gives the best physical strength and energy which spreads all around the body equally. The visual presentation includes a lot of facial expressions, postures and gestures. Dance forms of India vary from ancient classical temple dance, folk and modern styles. Classical dance is very much known to be the milestone for every single dance forms of India.

Classical Indian dances which are globally popular are Tamil Nadu’s well known dance Bharatnatyam Kuchipudi of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha of Orrisa, Mohini Attam and Kathalkali of Kerala. Bharatnatyam is the major and important dancing form of India. It is mainly considered as national dance of India. It is said that the postures of this well-known dance are very much inspired by the sculptures of the world famous Chidambaram temple.

The fact is folded in where folk dance is not a must where only professionals only perform but also by ordinary simple people.