--- title: "15 Years of ARDS India: Our Dance Story in Bangalore" description: "Explore the 15-year journey of ARDS India. From 8 Kount to a thriving community, we offer expert hip-hop and street dance classes in Bangalore for all levels." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/our-15-year-journey last_updated: 2025-09-15 --- # 15 Years of ARDS India: Our Dance Story Tribe Verified · 15 years of community dance in Bangalore. By [ARDS](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school) · Classes at Indiranagar Studio · ₹3,200 Per Student Per Month (estimate) Part of [Kids Dance Classes](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/gallery) From our first steps as 8 Kount in 2009 to the vibrant community we are today, dance has been the heartbeat of everything we do. ## Photos and videos - ![This is where it all began. In 2009, we started as 8 Kount Dance Studio with a small group of founding members and our very first performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d64546e4-d98d-4d7a-a869-fa77c118eadc) - ![A look back at our early years from 2010 to 2013. We grew from a family of 30 members to hosting our first annual event and becoming finalists in the Indian Hip-Hop Championship.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/888c0819-d7bc-453c-a04b-ef8e4c727d78) - ![A collage of moments from 2024, celebrating 15 years of our studio. This journey is a testament to the incredible community of students, families, and dancers who have grown with us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81335a1d-d859-4e48-b23d-5f27d8354493) ## About Our 15-Year Journey We started as 8 Kount back in 2009, and that history drives how we run our Indiranagar studio today. We learned that the difference between just moving and actual dancing is the support system around you, which is why we focus on building a crew mentality from day one, whether you are in our sub-junior batches or adult street style sessions. Looking back at 2009, the dance scene was entirely different. We started with a small group of founding members, just trying to find our footing. Fast forward through the Dancethon days of 2010 and competing in the Indian Hip-Hop Championship, and you see the evolution of our craft. We realized early on that a studio is only as strong as its community. That is why we moved beyond just teaching steps. Whether you are looking for street dance classes in Bangalore, or want to join our kids' batches in Indiranagar, you are stepping into a legacy of growth. We have spent 15 years refining our approach, ensuring that when you train with us, you are not just learning technique; you are learning how to be a dancer. From our sprung flooring for joint safety to our annual performance nights, everything we do is designed to help you transition from the studio floor to the stage with genuine confidence. ## About ARDS We're ARDS India, and for us, this studio is a living, breathing story. We don't just teach steps; we build a family where you can trip, laugh, and grow into the dancer you want to be. [See all of ARDS's services](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school) ## More from Kids Dance Classes by ARDS - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/featured) - [Junior Crew: Hip-Hop & Street Style (8-12 yrs)](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/junior-crew-hip-hop-street-style-8-12-yrs) - [Sub-Junior Stars: Fun & Playful Moves (5-7 yrs)](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/sub-junior-stars-fun-playful-moves-5-7-yrs) - [Our Annual Performance Night](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/our-annual-performance-night) - [Storytelling Through Dance: "Stop Bullying"](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/storytelling-through-dance-stop-bullying) - [Summer Camps & Special Events](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/summer-camps-special-events) - [Our Instructors & Community Vibe](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/kids-dance-classes/our-instructors-community-vibe) ## More services by ARDS - [Dance Workshops & Events](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/dance-workshops-events) - [Performance Training Programs](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/performance-training-programs) - [Street Dance Classes](https://mytribe.in/ardsindia-street-dance-school/street-dance-classes) ## Similar work from other experts - [The HipHop India Family: Our Dance Legacy](https://mytribe.in/hiphop-india/professional-dance-training-programs/the-hhi-family-our-community-legacy) by HipHop Dance Co · Professional Dance Training Programs · In-person training at Koramangala Studio - [Building the HipHop Community: Our Roots & Culture](https://mytribe.in/sritheren/street-dance-classes-training/the-og-s-corner-community-culture) by Sritheren Pillai · Street Dance Classes & Training · Classes at Koramangala, HSR & Indiranagar - [The Community Energy at ARDS India](https://mytribe.in/shiva_syc/dance-studio-rentals/the-ards-community-vibe) by ARDS · Dance Studio Rentals · Studio space available in Indiranagar - [Our Dance Community: Events and Milestones](https://mytribe.in/abstratics/dance-classes-training/our-community-events-milestones) by Abstratics · Dance Classes & Training · Studios in Rajarajeshwari Nagar & Jayanagar; Online classes available - [A Look Back: Decades of Bangalore's Dance Legacy](https://mytribe.in/lvdsindia/social-dance-events-parties/a-look-back-our-legacy) by Lourd Vijay's Dance Studio · Social Dance Events & Parties · Events across Bengaluru; Studios in Vasanth Nagar & Indiranagar - [Our Dance Family and Community Culture](https://mytribe.in/swingersdanceofficial/recreational-dance-classes/our-dance-family-community-instructors) by The Swingers Dance · Recreational Dance Classes · Online classes and in-studio sessions across Chennai & Bengaluru ## Book To book ARDS, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20interested%20in%20joining%20the%20dance%20community%20at%20ARDS%20India.%20Can%20you%20share%20details%20on%20upcoming%20batches%20and%20timings%3F)