6 Mondays: Sept 12 - Oct 17, 5-6pm at the Tannery World Dance, Santa Cruz
with Revital Carroll

Odissi is a devotional dance form originating in the temples of ancient India. Sculptured poses, fluid grace, and impeccable rhythm characterize this vibrant art.

This class introduces the fundamental of Odissi Dance, including:

• Historic, cosmological, and energetic background 
• 36 Pada Bheda (foot positions)
• 8 Sira Bheda (head movements)
• 4 Gribha Bheda (Neck moves)
• 8 Drishti Bheda (eye movements)
• Chauka and Tribhangi stances
• Preliminary rhythm patterns
• Serpentine walks
• Hand Mudras
• And more :)