Navratri Celebration with Dandiya and Garba
Kharadi Lawns, Pune
Organized by
United Navratri Foundation
About
Experience the Rhythm of Navratri at Kharadi Lawns, Pune Get ready to twirl, strike, and celebrate Pune’s most vibrant festive nights. Join us for a high-energy 5-hour daily session of nonstop Garba and Dandiya beats, live traditional percussion, and pulsating DJ mixes under open skies at the expansive Kharadi Lawns. Whether you are a seasoned Garba enthusiast or stepping into the circle for the first time, grab your sticks, don your brightest ethnic attire, and immerse yourself in the festive spirit. Event Highlights Duration: 5 Hours of non-stop music, dance, and cultural celebration daily (6:00 PM to 11:00 PM). Live Music: Top traditional folk troupes paired with renowned festive DJs. Food & Flea: Curated food stalls offering authentic Gujarati and regional delicacies, beverages, and festive shopping. Spacious Arena: High-capacity wooden dancing turf, professional lighting, and sound infrastructure. Awards & Recognitions Bring your best energy and style to the ground—our panel of roving judges will be awarding top performers every single night, with the season's highest honor presented on the grand finale. Daily Awards Best Dancer (Male & Female): For standout rhythm, footwork, and authentic steps. Best Dressed (Male & Female): For the most striking, traditional, and creative festive outfits. Best Group Performance: For synchronized circles and energetic squad choreography. Young Star of the Night: For the most enthusiastic dancer under 14. The Season Trophy (Mega Finale Award) Dandiya King & Queen of the Season: One pair across the entire 9-night celebration who demonstrates exceptional stamina, styling, sportsmanship, and grace throughout the festival, taking home a cash prize and the grand championship trophy. Key Information Dress Code: Mandatory traditional ethnic wear. Dandiya sticks available inside the venue.
Welcome and overview of Navratri significance; warm-up stretching
Step-by-step instruction on basic Garba steps (clap, two-step, pivot)
Break (hydrate and rest)
Practice circle formation and repeat basic steps to live Garba beats
Recap of footwork patterns; Q&A on common mistakes
Learning basic stick strikes (one-beat, two-beat, cross-bez)
Partner drills: synchronized stick tapping and circle rotation
Recap of stick patterns; individual feedback session
Review of
Discussion on traditional attire (chanya choli, kediyu, bandhani) and prop care
Practice Garba and Dandiya moves while wearing costume elements; focus on posture
Break
Choreographed routine incorporating costume flair and stick transfers
Recap of styling tips; peer evaluation of grace and rhythm
Warm-up with fast paced Garba rings; review previous day’s routine
Learn advanced Dandiya combinations (double beat, spin strikes)
Break
Group practice of a full 8‑minute medley with tempo changes
Recap of transitions and timing; slow‑motion drill for complex moves
Full run‑through of the complete routine with music
Fine‑tune formations, entrances, and exits
Break
Dress rehearsal in full costume with live dhol/dj; audience simulation
Recap: final tips on energy, smile, and coordination; closure ceremony
Welcome and explanation of Navratri significance, overview of Garba and Dandiya styles
Step-by-step instruction of basic Garba footwork and clap patterns
Break
Introduction to Dandiya sticks, grip technique, and simple partner rhythm
Recap of all steps, group practice circle, and closing prayer
Learn intermediate Garba turns, hand gestures, and tempo variations
Combine Garba with Dandiya – two-step sequences and partner swaps
Recap of combinations, small group demonstration, and feedback
Warm-up with
Warm-up and review of intermediate steps from previous sessions
Teach advanced choreography sequence – formation changes and synchronized moves
Break
Rehearse full choreography with music, focus on timing and spacing
Recap of choreography, Q&A on performance tips, and closing circle
Welcome and briefing for final group performance format
Full run-through of all learned Garba and Dandiya sequences with live music
Break
Open community dance – all participants join in free-style Garba and Dandiya
Recap of series highlights, thanks to participants, and final aarti
- Open to all ages and skill levels, no prior dance experience required - Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended for movement - Bring your own water bottle; refreshments may be available for purchase - Dandiya sticks will be provided, but you may bring your own if preferred - Traditional costume (chanya choli, kediyu, etc.) encouraged for Day 3 but not mandatory - Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in; late entry may not be allowed after session start - Please stay for the full 5-hour session; no partial attendance allowed
Day 1 - 11 Oct (Sun) - Foundations of Garba Footwork - 7:00 PM: Welcome and overview of Navratri significance; warm-up stretching - 8:30 PM: Step-by-step instruction on basic Garba steps (clap, two-step, pivot) - 10:00 PM: Break (hydrate and rest) - 10:30 PM: Practice circle formation and repeat basic steps to live Garba beats - 11:30 PM: Recap of footwork patterns; Q&A on common mistakes - 8:30 PM: Learning basic stick strikes (one-beat, two-beat, cross-bez) - 10:30 PM: Partner drills: synchronized stick tapping and circle rotation - 11:30 PM: Recap of stick patterns; individual feedback session Day 2 - 12 Oct (Mon) - Dandiya Stick Handling Basics - 7:00 PM: Review of Day 3 - 13 Oct (Tue) - Traditional Costumes, Props & Grace - 7:00 PM: Discussion on traditional attire (chanya choli, kediyu, bandhani) and prop care - 8:30 PM: Practice Garba and Dandiya moves while wearing costume elements; focus on posture - 10:00 PM: Break - 10:30 PM: Choreographed routine incorporating costume flair and stick transfers - 11:30 PM: Recap of styling tips; peer evaluation of grace and rhythm Day 4 - 14 Oct (Wed) - Advanced Combinations & Speed - 7:00 PM: Warm-up with fast paced Garba rings; review previous day’s routine - 8:30 PM: Learn advanced Dandiya combinations (double beat, spin strikes) - 10:00 PM: Break - 10:30 PM: Group practice of a full 8‑minute medley with tempo changes - 11:30 PM: Recap of transitions and timing; slow‑motion drill for complex moves Day 5 - 15 Oct (Thu) - Grand Finale Performance Preparation - 7:00 PM: Full run‑through of the complete routine with music - 8:30 PM: Fine‑tune formations, entrances, and exits - 10:00 PM: Break - 10:30 PM: Dress rehearsal in full costume with live dhol/dj; audience simulation - 11:30 PM: Recap: final tips on energy, smile, and coordination; closure ceremony Day 6 - 16 Oct (Fri) - Garba Foundations and Dandiya Introduction - 7:00 PM: Welcome and explanation of Navratri significance, overview of Garba and Dandiya styles - 8:30 PM: Step-by-step instruction of basic Garba footwork and clap patterns - 10:00 PM: Break - 10:30 PM: Introduction to Dandiya sticks, grip technique, and simple partner rhythm - 11:30 PM: Recap of all steps, group practice circle, and closing prayer - 8:30 PM: Learn intermediate Garba turns, hand gestures, and tempo variations - 10:30 PM: Combine Garba with Dandiya – two-step sequences and partner swaps - 11:30 PM: Recap of combinations, small group demonstration, and feedback Day 7 - 17 Oct (Sat) - Intermediate Garba and Dandiya Combinations - 7:00 PM: Warm-up with Day 8 - 18 Oct (Sun) - Advanced Choreography for Group Performances - 7:00 PM: Warm-up and review of intermediate steps from previous sessions - 8:30 PM: Teach advanced choreography sequence – formation changes and synchronized moves - 10:00 PM: Break - 10:30 PM: Rehearse full choreography with music, focus on timing and spacing - 11:30 PM: Recap of choreography, Q&A on performance tips, and closing circle Day 9 - 19 Oct (Mon) - Final Rehearsal and Community Celebration Dance - 7:00 PM: Welcome and briefing for final group performance format - 8:30 PM: Full run-through of all learned Garba and Dandiya sequences with live music - 10:00 PM: Break - 10:30 PM: Open community dance – all participants join in free-style Garba and Dandiya - 11:30 PM: Recap of series highlights, thanks to participants, and final aarti
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