--- title: "Bharatanatyam Choreography Classes in Malad West | Abhibhava" description: "Learn authentic Bharatanatyam choreography in Malad West, Mumbai. Get expert training in Aramandi, Abhinaya, and technical precision from Guru Jisha." canonical: https://mytribe.in/abhibhavaartacademy/indian-dance-training/the-guru-s-touch-in-class-choreography-training last_updated: 2026-02-09 --- # The Guru's Touch: In-Class Choreography & Training Tribe Verified · Verified Bharatanatyam training in Malad West By [Abhibhava Art Academy](https://mytribe.in/abhibhavaartacademy) · Online classes and at 3 studios in Malad West, Mumbai · ₹2,500 Per Month (estimate) Part of [Indian Dance Training](https://mytribe.in/abhibhavaartacademy/indian-dance-training). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/abhibhavaartacademy/indian-dance-training/gallery) See how we refine choreographies from basics to performance. We focus on Aramandi, Abhinaya, and technical precision in our Mumbai studio. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A choreography session in progress with Guru Jisha Jalgaonkar. Our students are learning a new piece, focusing on synchronization and capturing the right expressions for the story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0e6b922-28ea-4457-a3b3-7366104987f7) - [Video: A snapshot of our offline Bharatanatyam classes in Malad West, Mumbai. This clip shows the energy and focus of our students as they practice their footwork and adavus together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21daf21b-1f00-4d2f-8204-4d9001658319) - [Video: My intermediate students practicing a Bharatanatyam Jathi that I choreographed. This video highlights their coordination and the beautiful patterns they create as a group in our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7e10cd4d-f780-498a-a4f7-653c302ee6d6) - [Video: A one-on-one choreography session where I am correcting a student's form. I am focusing on her hand gestures and aramandi, explaining the story behind the movements to help her connect with the piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ade35b37-3105-44f6-92cf-8cd68343fd21) - [Video: A choreography session where I am demonstrating the abhinaya and mudras for a piece. I believe in showing the expressions and movements myself to guide my students in their storytelling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0da44b77-cb0a-49e7-8c5e-c7a40f559625) - [Video: Our senior student Mrunal performing a Bharatanatyam Jati. Her graceful execution and expressive face are a testament to her hard work and the detailed training she has received.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2e7852c-d841-498f-a7ab-1f5f496ed135) - [Video: Senior student Divya performs a dynamic Bharatanatyam Jati choreographed by me. Her performance showcases the speed, precision, and control that we cultivate in our advanced dancers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4efff14-e3f0-410c-b8b2-258db91da0a6) - [Video: A Natesha Kauthuvam session in progress. I am guiding the students through the intricate steps and postures of this invocatory piece dedicated to Lord Nataraja.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/778fc98a-4053-475b-a164-41144a61825e) - [Video: Our students during a practice session, working on a piece choreographed by our Guru, Dr. Ratheesh Babu. Their synchronized movements and dedication are truly inspiring to watch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c228085a-ebf0-4bdc-b796-6b0abb4e71ea) - [Video: A wide shot of our offline Bharatanatyam class in Malad West. It is a joy to see so many students of different ages learning and growing together in our studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d928b83-51d7-438e-b95d-78a6165e2273) - [Video: Another view of our offline Bharatanatyam classes in Mumbai. Students are practicing their adavus in unison, building the discipline and synchronicity required for group performances.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61b4acdb-e8b6-4fbb-b14a-c73dd049e213) - [Video: Announcing a new evening batch with Guru Jisha. This clip shows her hands-on teaching style as she helps a young student with her arm positions and posture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7008b431-793b-4a7d-9963-da38ad395b2d) - [Video: A Jathi practice session with our students. While they are still perfecting the piece, their effort and coordination show they are on the right path to mastering this complex choreography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cdeb1644-8c16-4f54-b6d7-2f045cad61e8) - [Video: My students performing a synchronized Bharatanatyam Jathi I choreographed. This clip captures the energy and teamwork that defines our intermediate and advanced batches.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76c17a7d-ebe0-4340-9e96-66d717361af2) - [Video: Our intermediate batch students practicing the Muralidhara Kauthuvam. They are still learning, but their dedication to mastering this beautiful piece about Lord Krishna is evident.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21cb7b5d-dd1a-459a-9f99-3a6e9dd42a38) - [Video: Working on basic corrections during a class. I am demonstrating the correct posture and arm movements to ensure the students maintain their form and express the right emotion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a3627f4-d16e-45bb-b8ce-d481561646ed) - [Video: Another Natesha Kauthuvam session, focusing on the expressive and dynamic aspects of the choreography. The students are learning to combine strong footwork with graceful abhinaya.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f4256fd7-77ae-4e36-b05c-57ac24e8ccff) - [Video: Teaching Natesha Kauthuvam, focusing on the coordination of hand mudras and body movements. I break down each step to ensure students understand the details of this powerful piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0835dfc6-dd1b-4480-a52f-8a9a7eee58ba) - [Video: A practice video of the Ranjini Varnam Jathi by our intermediate students. This is a challenging piece, and they are working hard to perfect the intricate rhythms and choreography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/364aa3c9-4c66-43da-925a-229f606f5c3f) - [Video: A practice video of a Jathi performed by our intermediate students. This is not a perfect take, but it shows their progress and the process of slowly getting there with practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/658c1950-c29b-4a80-9c21-0c8dadb75d44) - [Video: Working on the small nuances of a choreography. I am helping a student loosen her body and use her waist to shift, making the movements more fluid and graceful rather than rigid.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3fd10e3-519b-4846-9787-8af9ecd8c93d) - [Video: Basic corrections during a routine. I am guiding a student on how to execute a step without bouncing and how to tell a story through her hand gestures and expressions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/288207f8-b2a8-4459-917c-b95c42f968fd) - [Video: A Jathi performance by our intermediate students. This clip showcases their growing confidence and skill in executing complex rhythmic patterns with grace and precision.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9799764-53e3-4aed-ace0-80cb5817525e) - [Video: Correcting the angles and lines in a Tishra Alarippu. The beauty of Alarippu lies in its geometric precision, and I am guiding students to maintain their posture and create clean, beautiful lines.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c7d68e35-6a17-43fa-8de7-55cc95901294) - [Video: Doing basic corrections in a Jathi routine. I am reminding students to keep their hands tight and avoid bouncing with their knees, focusing on maintaining a strong and stable posture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b52c062-ac01-4918-8aba-e7797bb07f5c) - [Video: Decoding the third Teermanum for my students. I am breaking down the complex sequence of jumps, footwork, and hand gestures to make it easier for them to learn and master.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0fe3af1-157c-4915-b152-d65e5ca953f0) - [Video: Correcting postures during a Varnam Jathi. I am focusing on a student's body alignment and hand positions, reminding her to keep her body straight and movements sharp.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18d09cec-fac1-460b-bf81-82aa40526115) - [Video: Guru Jisha explaining the meaning of the Namaskriya shloka to students. We believe that understanding the 'why' behind the movements deepens a dancer's connection to the art form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55857719-3400-4002-8d8d-1f65bc4f0158) - [Video: A session on the song "Krishna Nee Begane" with my beginners' batch. We are working on Abhinaya (expression), and while it takes years to master, this is the first step in learning to convey emotions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/efe21324-6eed-4243-be01-3d93d22421cd) - [Video: Explaining the story of Yashoda calling for Krishna to my students. I use real-life scenarios and storytelling to help them understand the character's emotions and bring the Abhinaya to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8718fb5-d829-410d-bc99-36a0ac8bbd17) - [Video: A simple and graceful routine performed by my students. This clip shows their beautiful coordination and the joy they find in dancing together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/380fd245-ff40-4292-a162-df73f81536c8) - [Video: A glimpse into our offline Bharatanatyam sessions at Mind Space, Malad West. The video shows students practicing in a group, led by me, focusing on form and synchronicity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5da2cd63-b12f-484a-a5a0-d003452fef77) - [Video: Announcing new offline Bharatanatyam batches at Glamour Dance Academy in Malad West. The video features a solo performance showcasing the beauty and grace of the dance form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cdb2810e-ee50-4b91-b2a1-c5e404d18242) - [Video: Our students performing "Mahaganapatim". This piece is a prayer to Lord Ganesha, and the students perform it with devotion and coordinated grace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/20252624-261e-4041-8962-59cee5b6d8ce) ## About The Guru's Touch: In-Class Choreography & Training Here, choreography isn't just about learning steps; it’s about correcting the geometry of your body. In these sessions, you’ll see me correcting mudras and posture on the spot—because *ek galat aadat body mein ghus gayi toh nikalna mushkil hai* (if a wrong habit enters the body, it’s tough to remove). When you watch our choreography sessions, you’re seeing the transition from practice to performance. We don't just teach the Jathis; we decode them. Whether it’s a Natesha Kauthuvam or a complex Varnam, the focus remains on the 'Aramandi'—the half-sitting posture that forms the backbone of Bharatanatyam. If the Aramandi is off, the entire geometry of the dance collapses, and that is why I am strict about alignment. My teaching style involves hands-on correction. You will see me demonstrating the Abhinaya (expressions) myself, ensuring students understand that dance is as much about the face and the eyes as it is about the feet. We follow the systematic syllabus of the Akhil Bhartiya Gandharva University, which means our choreography is always grounded in strong theory. Our Malad West studio is where this transformation happens. We work on synchronization, ensuring that when a group performs, they move as one. For our senior students, this means mastering rhythm and endurance; for the younger ones, it’s about building confidence and memory. It’s hard work, but when it clicks, *bas dil khush ho jaata hai*. If you are looking for classes where your form is actually corrected rather than just copied, this is where you belong. ## About Abhibhava Art Academy I am Jisha, and at Abhibhava, we are a family of dancers rather than just a school. I am personally on the floor with every student to ensure your Aramandi and mudras are technically perfect. We build dancers who don't just know the steps, but understand the soul of the art. 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