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Garba: The Festive Spirit of Gujarat with Swapnil


  • Shoonya Dance vzw 41 Stapelplein Gent, Vlaams Gewest, 9000 Belgium (map)
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Dance into Celebration Experience the infectious joy and vibrant rhythms of Garba, the beloved folk dance from Gujarat! Performed during the festive season of Navaratri, Garba is a communal celebration characterized by circular movements, rhythmic clapping, and lively footwork.

In this first half of the semester, Swapnil will guide you through the foundations of this exhilarating style:

  • Basics & Footwork: Master the fundamental do-taali and teen-taali step patterns.

  • Group Formations: Learn how to move in the traditional circles that give Garba its powerful collective energy.

  • Rhythm & Festive Spirit: Connect with the driving beats of the dhol while discovering the joyful essence of Gujarati culture.

Course Details:

  • Dates: 11 February – 1 April (8 Sessions)

  • Time: Wednesdays, 18:30 – 19:30

  • Location: Studio Aakash, Shoonya Dance Centre

  • Investment: €92 for the full series

The Full Experience: Love Indian Folk? You can enroll in Garba only, Kalbeliya only (starting 29 April), or join the Full Semester to experience the transition from the festive circles of Gujarat to the desert grace of Rajasthan.

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