Talking about Indian classical dance form, mention of Bharat Natyam comes on top.The beauty of the dance together with its required perfection could be a strong reason for its popularity.It takes years to perform Bharat Natyam with perfection.Only those with a deep passion for this art form can complete the course successfully.It’s an amazing dance form that exhibits the right balance of stiffness and flexibility.

Bharat Natyam has been practiced in India since the ancient times.In those times, Bharat Natyam dancers performed only in temples or in the King’s court.Until centuries later, it got the recognition of a performing art in Tanjore.It was done by four brothers Wadivellu, Chennaiya, Punnaiya and Shivanand around the 19^th century.
After all the exposure it has got in the recent times, Bharat Natyam has moved a step ahead from the traditional steps and got more experimental.It has enhanced the creativity of the guru and has kept the audience interested.

Bharat Natyam demands a high level of discipline from the dancer; this actually helps in the personality development of the dancer.The dance movements are such that it does a lot of good to the facial muscles and physical appearance of the dancer.

The specially designed Bharat Natyam costume adds up to the charm of the dance and the dancer.It is one of the rare art form which has no threat from western influence on the country.Even today young children are joining Bharat Natyam classes and their interest keeps growing every year.