Our weekly Garba classes are an opportunity for individuals to come and learn from the very best in Indian Folk Dance.
The sessions will explore movements and technique from SSGDs core dance syllabus and grades. No previous dancing skills or knowledge of Garba dance is necessary. A Grade 1 certificate will be provided upon completion of the full term.
What is Garba?
Garba is a traditional form of Indian folk dance, consisting of claps, clicks, bends and spins. It is a dance of celebration, usually performed during the Hindu festival of Navratri, and amongst other joyous occasions.
What are the benefits of attending?
Participants attending will enjoy fun and energetic sessions, whilst developing their movements and boosting confidence.
Every Tuesday
48.00 per term for 6 sessions.
Each session is 1 hour 30 minutes - from 7:30pm 9pm
Classes will be taught by local SSGD instructors.
Course Dates
13 May 2025
20 May 2025
27 May 2025
3 June 2025
10 June 2025
17 June 2025
These high-energy, fun-packed sessions will have you moving and grooving to the rhythm of Garba whilst making new friends. Upgrading your Garba skills and getting fit for the new year in 2025.
About the Sonis School of Garba Dance:
Jigar Soni and Suhrad Soni started teaching authentic Garba in 1998, with the vision of preserving and promoting the traditional form of this beautiful folk dance from Gujarat.
Being hugely popular in India over the last 25 years, SSGD have recently become more of a global platform as the largest Authentic Garba School, having a presence within 48 cities in 15 countries worldwide, with over 2000 students learning from SSGD every year.
They have been awarded by numerous organisations including the UK government, where Jigar and Suhrad Soni received an award from the House of Commons for their significant contribution towards promoting Indian culture globally.
The Soni brothers are the producers and choreographers of Falguni Pathaks Garba anthem Radha Ne Shyam, and choreographers of Falguni Pathaks latest anthem Vasaladi.
Jigar Soni and Suhrad Soni are members of the International Dance Council, affiliated to UNESCO, which has enabled them to not only produce a certified syllabus for their Garba School but also present both Garba dance and, seminars at industry and private organisations.
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Music Videos with Falguni Pathak
Radha Ne Shyam
https://youtu.be/i20fJIw29bA
Vasaladi -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcS3Xdjgl-U
Tel: 0116 2712404
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Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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Standard | £48.00 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.