I wanted to reach out and let you know how grateful I am that together we were able to create something very special together. I believe we were successful last night at creating community, forming bonds , sharing culture and traditions.
it was wonderful to see so many from different ages and stages of life as well as RS members and guests connect. Somehow dancing is the great equalizer and so much fun, too! Swati, thank you for coming to RS and teaching us so beautifully!
“Thank you very much for coming to Spring City today and providing your wonderful presentation about Bollywood. It was quite clear that the students really enjoyed themselves because they were totally engaged! They were attentive and excited about the content because you provided a nice variety of teaching strategies: providing information verbally, through video and pictures, showing costumes, and with movement and dance. When the children were talking to each other, it was because they were excited about the presentation or dance they were learning. You were able to gain their attention again quickly, so they were ready for the next part of the program. I especially appreciated that you were prepared to give all of the students the opportunity to go to the front and perform the dance. Everyone was involved…students and staff! Thank you again for visiting our school. We learned a lot!”
“K really liked coming to class and asked about it all week. I was excited to see her doing the moves! The support she received was amazing, which made it a positive experience for her. Thank you!!!
You all were amazing. We hope to see you again!” – Margie (K’s Mom)
“This is a great program. Thanks so much Swati & team!! I hope you guys continue this!” -Uday (V’s Dad)
“I just wanted to write a little bit about our Bollywood presentation today! It was so amazing being able to bring this culture to our students in a fun way. The music was so lively and engaging, and the presenter was wonderful with getting everyone involved. She began with teaching simple dance moves and then going around the whole room getting the students and even adults involved. The scarves were a big hit as well, and the teachers could work on using language like up, down, slow, fast, etc. I saw so many smiles around the room and saw everyone at least trying to move. I am so glad I got to experience such a wonderful, cultural experience with my school.”
“The Bollywood assembly was fantastic! The kids were up and dancing – engaged and happy. Thank you so much for coming to The Timothy School again!”
Here’s what the participants had to say about our workshop –
“Learning to be fluid and sensual again!”
“Dance like I don’t care”
“A perfect girls’ night. Loved every moment!”
“So much fun learning different routines. Especially enjoyed lights out and everybody let their hair down. Thank you!”
“I loved that we had a chance to express ourselves!”
“Combining my personal dance style with Bollywood. I would have never guessed!”
“Loved the drama of the movements and cutting loose!” – JW
“Loved the music and instructor – to much fun to shimmy! More please!”
“Very fun. You made us all in touch with our inner Bollywood dancers. Very low key and good the way you broke the dances the dances down to each movement.” – Wendy
“So much fun! Take the move, own it! Make it yours!”
“I loved being able to let loose & move!!”
“My favorite moment was when I closed my eyes & body moved. Loved it! Move please!”
“I loved the choreography! So fun! Freestyle w/ the lights out!”
“I love the teacher’s enthusiasm. This was such a fun evening. Please do it again!” – Elaine
“Thoroughly enjoyed! I just need to loosen up more.”
“Had a blast! Swati was wonderful. So colorful & happy! Thanks so much.” – Anne Marie
“Swati is a wonderful teacher. Made the dance look so easy. Never done it before. Thank you!” – Shila
“My child had a wonderful experience with Mrs. C. London was so excited to learn Bollywood dancing and culture. She was so engaged and enthused every week – learning something new!”
Swati’s Bollywood dance assembly was a combination of dancing and learning about Indian culture. We loved all the visuals. The Bollywood dance attracted people of all ages. I love the communal aspect of this program. It created an open and welcoming environment and I saw us building bonds between essentially strangers! Just seeing all the kids up there, a smattering of different ages, they were all laughing and having fun. The parents were also having fun dancing with their kids. I just felt the aura of joy within the room the whole time! The program is so uplifting and it invites people to come out of their shell. It invites people to express themselves physically, rather than being spoken to i.e. presented to. I think libraries are the best place for building a sense of community – we all look different, come from different cultures, but we are all having fun together and learning together, and this program helped us do just that!
“The program was a pleasure to host at The Wilmington Public Library! I appreciated the intermittent discussions on cultural holidays, different terms, and dance styles. Of course, hearing a discussion on learning about different cultures and embracing new activities together was inspiring too! ”
“I really loved the Bollywood dancing session. It was very informative, but was also fun and expressive. I’d like to attend more sessions and incorporate it into my life!”
“Swati,
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for creating such a unique, fun, & loving environment for the parents of our guests at Night To Shine. You & your team went above & beyond when it came to helping us as a church accomplish our mission of loving people 🙂 Thank you for what you do to bring life & smile to those around you!
God Bless.”
To read more about this event, click on the blog post linked below: https://wordpress.com/post/communitybollywooddanceproject.com/805
“Swati was amazing! Very easy dancing instructions. Everyone was dancing, including the teachers. We have a few kids that never participate because they are shy but absolutely everyone danced!” – Jarida Encarnacion
“Ms. C’s Bollywood class is amazing! I love introducing new experiences to the children and this was really interactive. I think having more lessons and directed instructions will help. Overall, I think it was fun! Music was nice!”
“I enjoyed it for adults! Would love to do it with our coworkers” – EM
Community Bollywood Dance Project