DanceFit: Folk Dances of India (October 2026)

Description

In this class, participants will have the opportunity to learn about and experience three folk dances from India. They include Bhangra (energetic dance from the state of Punjab), Garba (circle dance from the state of Gujarat), and Dandiya Raas (stick dance from the state of Gujarat). These dances have historically been done in community during special events and festivals. Join Smita Khatri for a joyous exploration of these dance styles.Registration Information:$13 per class for Early Bird Registration (Ends at 11:59 PM the night before the class, or until early bird capacity is reached)$15 per class for General Registration (Available at the door with cash, check, or card, until overall class capacity is reached)Love DanceFit? Get a 10 Class Package for $120 here! (Come to any 10 DanceFit classes - valid for six months after purchase! Use all 10 classes yourself or bring a friend!)No refunds and no exchanges.Due to space limitations, each class has a maximum of 25 participants. If advance registrations are not available, drop-in admission is available at the door until we reach class capacity.DanceFit: Folk Dances of India Class Dates & Location(October 2026):Saturdays from October 3 - October 31, 2026All sessions take place in the Hall of Mirrors Dance Studio. Please bring shoes that have not been worn outside, as street shoes are not allowed on the Hall of Mirrors Dance Studio floorCome to any or all!Time: 11:15am - 12:15pmPresenter: Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & CultureInstructor:Smita KhatriEmail:[email protected]*** PLEASE NOTE *** Use the following address for GPS to take you to our FREE parking lot: 5801 Oxford Road, Glen Echo, MD 20812For Google Maps, search "Glen Echo Park Parking" or click here: Google Maps >>Parking & Directions: glenechopark.org/directions | Park Map: glenechopark.org/parkmap