Vijay Shankar is a Kuchpudi exponent who holds lecture-demonstrations on Indian Classical dance in various schools and colleges across the country. His demonstrations span seven dance forms - Bharatnatyam, Mohiniattam, Kathakali, Odissi, Manipuri and Kathak, besides Kuchipudi. He considers that these are merely different styles and techniques that express the same "philosophy". The idea is to give the children a general understanding of Indian Classical dance. The demonstrations, which have been held across the country for over 12 years now, are generally of a 2-hour duration.

Phone: 639 0955

The Shiamak Davar's Institute for the Performing Arts (SDIPA) has been founded by the dancer, singer and celebrity Shiamak Davar. Davar has had a varied career that spans theatre, films, dance performances, television, commercials, music etc. He has been a dancer, choreographer, actor, director and singer. The SDIPA conducts classes in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Rock 'Roll, Afro-Jazz and Salsa. They classes are open for both children and adults and are held at over 13 centres in Mumbai. There are three age groups. Fundance for Kids for the age group of 4 to 6 includes free movement and expression, basic exercises, rhythmic coordination etc. Jazz for Juniors between the ages of 7 to 11 includes choreographed movement and expression, isolation exercises, etc. Fitness and Dance for Adults comes in three levels - Beginner, Elementary and Intermediate.

Each course is intended to enable the student to pursue higher standards of dance and fitness in each style. Courses include muscle tone-ups and stretch work-outs for flexibility and body shaping. SPIDA has an annual membership fee of Rs 100/-. Fees for a three-month course is Rs 2400/-

Venues 1 St Columba, Nana Chowk. 2 Alexander Girls High School, Churchgate. 3 Little Angels High School, Sion. 4 St Josephs, Bandra. 5 St Josephs, Juhu. 6 Maneckji Cooper, Juhu. 7 St Johns, Goregaon. 8 Rashtriya Shala, Ghatkopar. 9 Forest Club, Powai. 10 Dominic Savio, Andheri (East). 11 Divine Child, Andheri (East). 12 Daljit Gym, Andheri (West). 13 St Josephs, Wadala.