CLASSES

Typical classes run two hours, where both theory, as well as practical aspects of the Odissi dance form, are taught.  At the end of a particular block of classes there will be an annual examination certified by Pracheen Kala Kendra, Chandigarh.

STUDENTS	DAYS	TIME	CLASSROOM
Sub Junior	Wednesdays Thursdays	6pm to 8pm	Classroom one
Junior	Thursdays Sundays	6 pm to 8pm  5 pm to 7pm	Classroom one
First Year	Wednesdays Saturdays	6pm to 8pm	Classroom two
Second Year	Thursdays Sundays	6pm to 8pm  5pm to 7pm	Classroom two
Third Year	Tuesdays Fridays	6pm to 8pm	Classroom one
Fourth Year	Tuesdays Fridays	6pm to 8pm	Classroom two
Fifth Year	Sundays Fridays	8am to 10am  6pm to 8pm	Classroom one Classroom three
Sixth Year	Sundays Tuesdays	8am to 10am  6pm to 8pm	Classroom two Classroom three
Seventh Year	Wednesdays Saturdays	6pm to 9pm	Classroom three
Eighth Year	Thursdays Sundays	6pm to 9pm  10am to 1pm	Classroom three Classroom three

Senior's Classes:
Guru Bichitrananda Swain personally conducts regular practice sessions Monday through Saturday. Class begins at 9.30am and go on till 2:00pm This session is vigorous and technically demanding.

Summer & Winter workshops:
Summer Workshop will be held from the beginning of April till the end of June.

Winter Workshop will be held from the beginning of December till the end of January. Students interested in enrolling in any of the above workshops are requested to confirm at least one month prior to the commencement of the workshop so as to ensure the availability of the hostel accommodation.

Special Courses:

Students interested in specific training such as the basics of Odissi Dance, or instruction in specific dance items, are encouraged to contact the Foundation with the specific the time period they are willing to undertake the training. The staff at Rudraksh helps student best reach their goals by analyzing the student's level of commitment, time-frame, and the technical aspects of their dance form.
In this way, a specific course of study can be set forth ensuring the student's success in achieving their goals.