Dance TrainingMore than Choreography

At Malhaar Dance Company, we believe dance education is about more than learning choreography. Our training focuses on developing strong foundations, musicality, expression, discipline, stage confidence, and an understanding of the art form.

Bharatanatyam

Our Bharatanatyam training focuses on building a strong foundation in technique, rhythm, coordination, expression, and storytelling. Students progress through structured training while developing an understanding and appreciation of the classical art form.

Malhaar students and teacher at an Onam flower display

Mohiniyattam

Our Mohiniyattam training introduces students to the fundamental techniques, rhythm, expression, and repertoire of this graceful classical dance tradition from Kerala while developing an appreciation for its distinctive movement vocabulary and artistic character.

Malhaar students performing in blue costumes

Bollywood / Cinematic

Our Bollywood and Cinematic Dance program combines the energy of Indian cinema with elements of contemporary, folk, fusion, and popular dance styles. Classes focus on rhythm, coordination, musicality, expressions, performance quality, and confidence.

Malhaar dancers performing in orange costumes

Semi Classical

Adults

Our Semi Classical program is for adults who would like to explore expressive Indian dance rooted in classical movement while developing musicality, confidence, and performance quality.

Join us in Wood Dale & Elgin

Interested in joining Malhaar? Contact us for current class availability, levels, evaluations, and schedules.