Dance Classes
Padukone - Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence
I teach dance from scratch for all ages, covering Bollywood, hip-hop, contemporary, and Indian fusion, with beginner-friendly classes and workshops where anyone can join and learn.
Pricing Guide
Regular Weekday Batch
Batch Structure
- Frequency: 12 classes per month held 3 days a week.
- Duration: 60 minutes per high-energy session.
- Segregation: Specific batches available for Beginners (Amateur) vs. Intermediate levels to ensure appropriate learning curves.
Celebrity Mentorship
- Guidance: Direct mentorship and choreography breakdown by Rajasmita Kar (DID Winner) or senior faculty.
- Content: Learn trending hook steps and full song routines (typically 1 song every 2 to 3 weeks).
- Social Media: End-of-routine group video shoot using professional ring lights and overhead track lights.
Studio Specs
- Safety: Professional Sprung Dance Floor to absorb impact and protect knees/shins.
- Wellness: Sessions integrate Yoga-based warmups and flexibility drills.
Weekend & Specialized Batch
Schedule & Focus
- Frequency: 8 classes per month held 2 days a week.
- Timing: Geared towards weekends for working professionals/teens, or mid-week blocks for Contemporary students.
Technical Training
- Styles: Emphasis on technique-heavy genres like Contemporary and Jazz or age-appropriate Hip-Hop for teens.
- Floor Work: Extensive training on rolls and drops utilizing the studio's specialized wooden flooring.
- Conditioning: Higher focus on core strength and body flexibility compared to standard cardio batches.
Facility Access
- Environment: R1 Studio space with acoustic soundproofing and full-length distortion-free mirrors.
- Community: Participation in batch-collaboration videos and internal group activities.
One-Day Celebrity Masterclass
Workshop Details
- Duration: 1 Day Intensive (approx. 3 hours).
- Style: Rapid "Look and Learn" choreography format.
- Output: Completion of one full trending track (Bollywood, Fusion, or Folk).
Celebrity Access
- Interaction: Meet and greet with Rajasmita Kar including a photo opportunity.
- Certification: Digital or physical certificate of participation included.
Video Feature
- Content Creation: Opportunity to be selected for the official workshop video.
- Vibe: High-energy jam session atmosphere focusing on performance over technique drills.
About Dance Classes
Why I Dance
Dance isn’t just steps for me, it’s my heartbeat. As a proper odia jhia (Odia girl), I bring my roots and my energy into every class. My thing is: Manifest, Believe, Receive - if you can see yourself dancing, trust me, you’re halfway there.
For Total Beginners (and Everyone Else)
Loads of folks tell me, “I can’t dance.” I always laugh and say, “Who cares!” We start from zero - like, literally, we do "basic by basic." Most of my students are new, and honestly, that’s my favourite part.
What We Groove To
- Bollywood dance for beginners - think masti (fun), drama, and those filmy vibes
- Hip-hop kids classes - for that swag and non-stop beats
- Adult contemporary dance lessons - where you can just let go and express
I keep things mixed up with Indian fusion choreography workshops and even some bhangra if the mood’s right.
How Classes Work
- Regular batches for adults - beginner, intermediate, advanced
- Kids’ dance and yoga summer camp (5-13 yrs)
- One-day choreography workshops for those who want to nail a song fast
The Studio Vibe
This place isn’t just about classes. It’s pure josh (enthusiasm) and sometimes total bhasad macha (mad fun). We sweat, mess up, laugh, and nobody judges. It’s a vibe. Students tell me their confidence goes up, and honestly, I just want everyone to feel that ‘mun bahut khusi achi’ (I am very happy) that I feel when I dance.
Meet your Expert
Rajasmita Kar
327 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Jai Jagannath! Some folks know us from Dance India Dance Season 3, but honestly, our heart beats in Odisha. We’re pure 'odia jhia' (Odia girl) style - faith and family drive us. Every dance step, every breath in yoga, it’s got that homegrown spirit. ‘Manifest, Believe, Receive’ is our mantra. Family’s our anchor, and now Bangalore is our new playground. Humbled, grateful, and always glowing.
My Work
Dance & Yoga Classes for All Ages - We teach Bollywood, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and yoga. Kids and adults, everyone’s welcome.
Garba & Dandiya Workshops - Special batches for Garba Dandiya workshops. High energy, super fun, no experience needed.
Beginner-Friendly Choreography - Don’t stress if you’re new. Our steps are easy, and you’ll love performing them.
R1 Studio Vibe - We’re the #R1Family. Expect big ‘josh’ (energy), laughter, and lots of ‘Bhasad Macha’ moments.
