Ssgd Authentic Garba Course: Navratri Batch – Oadby, Leicester

Join SSGD Europe in embracing the vibrant spirit of Indian folk dance, Garba. Part of the world's largest Garba school, Sonis School of Garba Dance. Recently honoured on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, SSGD Europe invite you to immerse yourself in the rhythm and joy of this traditional and authentic art form. Discover the magic of Garba with SSGD and embark on a journey of cultural celebration and self-expression just before the Navratri season!

Our Classes
Our certified classes are taught by local SSGD instructors and are open to students of all levels. Each session will focus on exploring movement vocabulary from SSGDs core syllabus, whilst understanding the rhythm of Garba music, body and spatial awareness, and building confidence. This is a great way to improve your balance and coordination whilst getting a full body workout!

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?
Our Garba classes are open to people of all abilities, ages and backgrounds. Participants attending will enjoy fun and energetic sessions, whilst developing their movements and boosting confidence.

Trinity Methodist Church
Harborough Road
Oadby
Leicester, LE2 4LA

Time: 7:30pm 9pm

Class Dates

Taster session: 1st July - 1 Hour (7:30pm - 8:30pm)

6 weeks term starts 8 July
Tuesday 8th July
Tuesday 15th July
Tuesday 5th August
Tuesday 12th August
Tuesday 19th August
Tuesday 26th August

Ages 12+ - No prior dance experience required.

Any questions, please do not hesitate to e-mail ssgdeurope@gmail.com
Please be advised, once the class is booked, no refunds or credit is given for a missed session, unless the organiser cancels.

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 26 years, SSGD have recently become more of a global
platform as the largest Authentic Garba School, having a presence within 15 countries and 57 cities worldwide, with over 2000 students learning from SSGD every year.

We 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.

Any questions, please do not hesitate to e-mail ssgdeurope@gmail.com
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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