Bharatanatyam
Among the numerous dance styles practised in India, Bharatanatyam is one of the most major and the most perfect; its teaching has been passed down from master to pupil for over two thousand years. It embodies the Indian concept of worshipping and celebrating the infinite and eternal Universe through the beauty of the physical body. In times gone by this dance was performed exclusively in the temples by the ``Devadasi``, while in current times Bharatanatyam has virtually left places of worship in preference for the stage. It is now practised by both male and female dancers throughout India and continues to be performed as an act of devotion for, to cite the ancient texts, 'no prayer, no offering is as pleasing to God as dance'.
Bharatanatyam
Among the numerous dance styles practised in India, Bharatanatyam is one of the most major and the most perfect; its teaching has been passed down from master to pupil for over two thousand years. It embodies the Indian concept of worshipping and celebrating the infinite and eternal Universe through the beauty of the physical body. In times gone by this dance was performed exclusively in the temples by the ``Devadasi``, while in current times Bharatanatyam has virtually left places of worship in preference for the stage. It is now practised by both male and female dancers throughout India and continues to be performed as an act of devotion for, to cite the ancient texts, 'no prayer, no offering is as pleasing to God as dance'.
Practical information
Because of the current restrictions, the sports' centres are closed until further notice. Hence, all the Bharatanatyam classes have been suspended.
Classes are held at Palais du Midi (central Brussels) every Sunday, from 1.30 pm to 4.00 pm.
13.30 - 14.30: Level 1 (beginners, adults and kids)
14.30 - 15.30: Level 2 (intermediate)
15.30 - 16.00: Level 3 (advanced)
The Palais du Midi is situated in the centre of town, between the Bourse and the Gare du Midi/South Station; the building extends along the Boulevard Lemonnier, but the entrance is Rue Roger Van Der Weyden.
Adresse
Palais du Midi - Rue Roger Van Der Weyden 3 - 1000 Brussels
Coming by public transport
The nearest tram/metro stop is ``Anneessens``, which is on the corner of rue Roger Van Der Weyden. The Gare du Midi/South Station is just five minutes away on foot and you can also walk.
Price per class is 10 euros
Clothing
Bharatanatyam is practiced on bare feet, if you don’t have Indian clothing a pair of loose-fitting trousers will do nicely.
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Eric Rozen
Eric Rozen started learning Bharatanatyam with Jetty Roels; he then met Monica Kunz who became his teacher and introduced him to her own guru, Nirupama Rajendra from Bangalore (India).
Eric Rozen has been teaching Bharatanatyam since 2001. All the classes are held at the Palais du Midi (in the centre of Brussels) and several beginners' classes are held each week.
Eric Rozen
Eric Rozen started learning Bharatanatyam with Jetty Roels; he then met Monica Kunz who became his teacher and introduced him to her own guru, Nirupama Rajendra from Bangalore (India).
Eric Rozen has been teaching Bharatanatyam since 2001. All the classes are held at the Palais du Midi (in the centre of Brussels) and several beginners' classes are held each week.
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