The Strength program works on the muscles that are necessary for a Bharatanatyam dancer. The requirement primarily lies in the Quadriceps and Gluteals, but it is necessary to balance the strength in other muscles so the joint is stable and efficient in movement. Each module will work on a combina...

The first Strength regimen concentrates on two primary areas. The core and the legs. These two areas are necessary to move efficiently in a Bharatanatyam practice. The stabilisation of core muscles is necessary to move safely when dancing. This protects our back and helps with speed and clarity. ...

This 25 minute workout, concentrates on your legs and core muscles. It is part of the initial series of instructed videos that have verbal cues at every step. Please pause if you need to, and take a break where necessary. It has a very small portion that has explosive movements. There is an optio...

This introduces the flat back and builds muscles in the back. It is recommended that you do this sequence after you lengthen your hamstrings to prevent your back from curving. It also introduces a lowering action on your quadriceps which will help build stronger legs.

The flexibility series tha...

This short set of exercises will help develop some stability and mobility around the shoulders to enable your arm movements to become controlled and precise when dancing.

This works on all the muscles that stabilise at the hip joint. These muscles are needed to lunge with stability, squat with proper muscular engagement and also balance on one leg. These muscles will help the dancer develop stability while dancing and also prevent injuries in the process.

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This video works on the core muscles through this video. You must be warmed up before doing this exercise regimen.

The core exercises introduced previously in this strength series will help the student prepare for this regimen. You should not feel any pain in your neck or back when doing these ...

As your leg strength grows and develops, it is important to introduce jumps within established movement patterns so you begin to challenge your abilities. The transition from static holds to dynamic transfer must be slow and mindful.

Please do this strength regimen after a proper warm-up and on...