There were so many milestones in our ZIND journey. From the time of conception to where we are now, seeing and teaching countless of students, hundreds of performances and heart filled community. But there are moments that really stick out—a dance of generations that warms that brings a pr...

Let's talk about my not-so-secret love affair with dance. If you're a dance enthusiast, I'm sure some of this will resonate with you. Dancing isn't just about steps; it's freedom. Whether it's celebration, the release of pent-up stress, or the display of expression, dancing has been therap...

"Mama got her groove back! Or I'd like to think that it was just hidden by becoming a career woman, a wife, and a mom of 3..After 17 years, I danced on stage again and was reminded what it is that I love to do"

This was a post from one of our adult intermediate bollywood dance students. W...

I have been dancing my whole life and always knew I wanted to start a dance studio. I knew I was able to teach well and I loved seeing the idea in my head come alive to a routine on stage. After a few years of having the studio, it became so much more than that. There are two reasons why I...

We've been hosting recitals for a few years now and it's always a time of chaotic excitement. Getting a dance studio recital-ready involves careful planning, organization, and attention to various details. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you prepare for a successful dance recital:

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We now live in a world where comparison is at it's height. Kids struggle with anxiety and how to make genuine connections outside of instagram and tik tok profiles. Bollywood dance can significantly contribute to social development in various ways. Here are four specific ways in which Boll...

We have classes for kids starting as young as 5 years old. Some of our students have been with us for almost half their lives and we take pride in being their second home where they have made friends, memories and built up their confidence. Teaching kids Bollywood dance can be an exception...

The breakdown of learning a dance routine can be challenging but it gets easier with practice. When learning dance - it is not enough to know a routine by memory. You have to OWN it in its entirety to bring it to the highest level. This includes technique, controlled movements, facial expr...

People always ask "How do you come up with choreo?". Every dance teacher has their own method and style. After listening to the song countless of times in the car or while I'm doing chores, I'm someone who needs to write down my steps. It helps me remember and also visually see it play out...

Do you ever wonder how the dancers in Bollywood, Hollywood, or any music videos ever, have very vivid facial expressions? Starting at the age of 4, I was trained in Bharatanatyam. For those that do not know, Bharatanatyam is a classical Indian dance form that originates in South India. It ...