Kathak
The North Indian classical dance of rhythmic footwork, spins and storytelling.
Who it's for
Children can begin training from Grade 1. Every child develops differently. Our coaches assess each learner's interests, readiness and abilities to recommend the right starting level and training pathway.
Ghungroo (ankle bells) are introduced when the coach recommends.
Specialist programmes are offered where demand, qualified coaches, venue, equipment and safeguarding are confirmed.
What they learn
Taught through tatkar (footwork), hand movements, spins and expressive storytelling pieces.
What children gain
Rhythm
Keeps complex rhythms with the feet.
Balance
Controls spins and stops precisely.
Expression
Tells stories through gesture and face.
Training formats
Learning journey
Foundation
Learns basic tatkar, posture and hand movements.
Developing
Combines footwork patterns with spins and short compositions.
Proficient
Performs compositions with rhythmic precision and expression.
Assessment
In Kathak, coaches assess:
Defined criteria
An activity-specific standard for every skill.
Coach rating
The coach observes and rates each criterion.
Written feedback
Scores explained in plain language, AI-assisted where the activity's assessment runs in our school app.
Coach confirms
Nothing reaches parents without coach sign-off.
Curriculum depth and assessment readiness vary by activity. Not every activity has identical curriculum maturity yet.
Coaches
Every Kathak coach is recruited, verified and trained by 4CHAMPZ, and monitored session by session.
Questions
Who is Kathak for?
Learners in schools, academies and communities where the programme runs. Children can begin training from Grade 1. Every child develops differently. Our coaches assess each learner's interests, readiness and abilities to recommend the right starting level and training pathway. Ghungroo (ankle bells) are introduced when the coach recommends. Adult classes are arranged on request.
How is progress measured?
Coaches assess footwork (tatkar), spins, rhythm and abhinaya against defined criteria. Progress is shared with families through coach feedback and term reports.
Where does it run?
At partner schools, academies and communities. Tell us where you are and we will confirm what runs near you.
Is this available everywhere?
Specialist programmes are offered where demand, qualified coaches, venue, equipment and safeguarding are confirmed.
What are ghungroo?
Ankle bells worn in Kathak that make the footwork rhythms audible. They are introduced once a learner's footwork is secure.