Immersive Dance Retreats
Mandrem
I run small group dance retreats where we learn Kathak and contemporary movement, create our own choreography, and dance both indoors and outdoors, with activities like yoga, local food, and community building in places like Ladakh and Goa.
Pricing Guide
5-Day "Rangwang" Himalayan Heritage Retreat
Dance Curriculum
- Daily Intensive: 180 minutes of rigorous technique training covering Kathak footwork (tatkar) and contemporary spins.
- Performance: Site specific choreography creation with a final filmed showcase against mountain backdrops.
- Expression: Evening Abhinaya sessions focused on emotional storytelling.
Accommodation & Hospitality
- Stay: 4 nights at a boutique Heritage Hotel or Premium Homestay in Leh (Double occupancy).
- Meals: Full board plan including hotel breakfast, home cooked Ladakhi lunches, and curated cafe dinners.
Cultural Experiences
- Workshops: Private learning session with a local Royal Shondol folk dance group.
- Excursions: Guided heritage walk of Old Leh Town and dance picnic by a glacial stream.
Logistics
- Transport: Private non AC SUVs for all transfers, sightseeing, and airport pickup/drop.
- Permits: Inner line permits for restricted areas where applicable.
- Support: On ground coordination by the trip captain.
5-Day Coastal Arts & Dance Residency
Movement & Arts
- Technical Training: Daily 3 hour sessions blending Kathak rhythm with water inspired fluid movement.
- Nature Sessions: Conditioning and grounding dance sessions on the beach using sand resistance.
- Creative Workshops: Hand building pottery class with a local artist and a Goan spice cooking class.
Stay & Dining
- Accommodation: 4 nights in a boutique villa or artsy resort in Mandrem/Ashwem (Twin sharing).
- Meals: Daily breakfast and dinner at the property or local spots, plus one authentic Goan Saraswat family lunch.
Extras & Travel
- Transfers: Pickup and drop off from Dabolim or Mopa Airport.
- Local Travel: Private vehicles for all workshop venues and dining trips.
- Content: A professional mini video edit of the participant's performance by the beach.
About Immersive Dance Retreats
Why Rangwang?
Dance is freedom for me. 'Rangwang' in Ladakhi means just that - letting go and finding yourself. These immersive dance retreats are about connecting with your body, your story, and the place around you. It’s not just a workshop, it’s a journey. Sometimes it’s tough, sometimes it’s pure joy, but it’s always real.
What Happens Here
- Small group, 4 nights and 5 days. I keep it intimate so everyone feels safe to open up and try new things.
- Mornings are for technique - Kathak and contemporary movement. We go deep, sweat a bit, and find rhythm in unexpected ways.
- Evenings are all about Abhinaya - expression without words. You’ll learn to tell your story through movement.
- By the end, you’ll have your own choreography, inspired by the place, the people, and the music. We finish with a showcase - your moment.
Beyond the Studio
We don’t just dance indoors. The place becomes part of the retreat. In Ladakh, we did yoga facing the Himalayas, danced by streams, learned local dances, and cooked together. In Goa, we danced on the beach, tried pottery, and cooked Goan food. Sometimes things don’t go as planned, but that’s part of the adventure.
Community Vibes
The best part? The family we build. People come alone, leave as a community. It’s that Ghar wali Diwali feeling - like being home, wherever we are. The dance family stays with you, long after the retreat ends.
Meet your Expert
Saloni Saraf
730 connects in last 3 months
My Story
I’m a Kathak dancer who’s always got one foot in Mumbai, one in London, and my head somewhere in the clouds. There was a time I zipped through 5 cities in 3 countries in a month, chasing stages and stories. But then Mumbai’s chaos - autos, sunsets, post-rehearsal chai - started feeling like home. Nothing beats that 'ghar wali Diwali' or a fat nap after a fat meal. Dance is connection for me, more than any big stage.
My Work
Kathak Classes, Workshops & Performances - I teach Kathak technique, offer choreography, and perform for events. Also, I run immersive dance workshops and retreats.
Rangwang Retreats - Dance, Travel, Culture - My Kathak dance retreats blend travel, local culture, and movement. It’s about finding freedom in dance.
Sweaty, Shaky, Safe Space - My classes mix tradition with play. We experiment, sweat, and learn together. No judgement, just dance.
Join My Dance Family - Whether in Mumbai or London, you’re part of a dance community. We grow, support, and tell stories together.
