Basic Kathak in Atlanta, GA

• - 5/5

A wonderful academy that helps teacher and students to connect from across the world.

• - 5/5

I love this institute because of it's kind teachers and graceful dances!!!!! This is in no way a bad place!!!!

• - 5/5

Tai, the BMM show was fantastic, I loved every bit of it! Your ardhanareshwar was mesmerizing. Ghunghat and panihari were also very powerful. The girls’ performances interspersed with your powerful ones perfectly struck a beautiful balance. We are so fortunate to have you here and have you as our guru. We are immensely blessed. The awe of watching your shows has not diminished for me despite watching them up close for almost two decades now.

• - 5/5

My experience is very good . I get detailed attention from.Guru Archana Her focus is so much on grammar, strength. Body alignment and riyaaaz I am loving it and best part is that she does everything as many as times till you get it People might not like her for being strict with Riyaaz but that’s what classical art form is all about I love her , she has knowledge depth of an ocean I am always excited / little nervous but prepared for her class . Wish I had found her long ago

• - 5/5

Archana Tai is the true Guru. There isn’t anyone else who has the strength, dedication, and in-depth vision like Tai does. She focuses on grooming every single student and brings out the beauty in them. She is so precise in her choreographies and even while teaching, she makes sure to explain everything to her students. We don’t just learn how to move our bodies; we learn all the terms, and the meaning behind what we perform, and the science and math behind what we do. Tai makes it her responsibility to explain what we’re learning and how it connects to us at that very moment. Through Tai’s guidance, we have been fortunate to have the opportunity to perform on many stages and partake in many workshops and events. I have been a student of Tai’s for 9 years now, and I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to learn from her and to have her as my Guru.

• - 5/5

Archana Arts is the best dance school for learning Kathak. If anybody wants to genuinely learn Kathak and hone the skills of the dance form, Archana Arts is the place. This school has a detailed curriculum, all the way from Beginners to Master’s level. Archana Arts embodies the rich culture of Indian heritage. Students are taught so much more than how to just move their bodies in rhythm. This school focuses on gracefulness and truly grooming the students into beautiful dancers. The knowledge of Archana Arts is vast and deep. It encompasses the technical side as well as the Bhav (expression) side of Kathak. This is the activity which helps your physical health and mental health. Anyone can learn this art form regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity.

• - 5/5

As a student of six years at Archana Nrityalaya, I can proudly say that getting the opportunity to learn from Archana Tai has been one of the greatest blessings of my entire life. In fact, the impact of her tutelage, both in and outside of the classroom, cannot be quantified into the five stars of this rating. I highly doubt that it could be counted in thousands of them either. When I began learning with Archana Tai in sixth grade, I wasn’t very happy. Kathak dance had so many guidelines, so many rules. The dance required so much effort and discipline, and with Archana Tai as my guru, I had to strive for perfection. And I definitely was not disciplined or motivated enough to do it at that age, and it was because of my drawbacks that I almost considered quitting my tutelage. Today, I proudly say that continuing was one of the greatest decisions I’ve ever made. The rules that I eventually internalized define my character today, in both dance and society. Every single lesson in her studio is test of the decorum she has taught and continues to teach me: Do I appear confident and strong every time I move my body to the rhythm? How about my hair, my attire? Have I dressed to succeed in class? And lest we forget, how am I reciting poems and compositions? Is my performance acceptable, or exemplary? Most importantly, how do I respond to my critiques? Do I dare to retaliate out of sheer impulse, or accept my mistakes and respect both my progress and my teacher’s wishes and try again? I face the questions every single day when I return, and try to make the right decisions as Tai has taught me. Yes, Tai can be strict. She pays attention to the nitty-gritty details, and strives for intense perfection. She may break down her students to begin, but rebuilds then into future dancers and leaders. Her endless care for her students is reflected in every single conversation she has with her students. These attributes that distinguish her from other teachers and academies. The schooling that we students receive here is arguably beyond any other Kathak education we can receive. Here, we learn to push the boundaries the boundaries of ourselves and dance, so that we can do the same in life. Thank you, Archana Tai. For everything you have taught me and will continue to to teach me both inside and outside of your classroom.

• - 5/5

I love the way Archana tai teaches… she has a warm attitude towards all her students and spends a great amount of time focusing on each and every one of them. Truly the best kathak teacher running one of the most prestigious kathak academies.

• - 5/5

They say your Guru is your ‘Marg Darshak’, so for a classical dance form like Kathak, it was an obvious choice for us to go to Archana Tai. This is the perfect place for letting your child’s childhood flourish while they learn this beautiful dance form. Each child is given individual attention to make sure, they have the right pronounciation, Bhav, posture etc. We are seeing our beautiful little girls turn into graceful dancers with each passing year. And you know that you made the right choice when your child is begging you for summer camp after a full rigorous year of the Kathak. Archana Nrityalaya is not a dance school but an extended family for us.

• - 5/5

I have been associated with ArchanaTai and her dance school for over 10+ years through my daughter who learns Kathak with her. Typically, I am a person of few words but feel compelled to write this review as my daughter is planning to finish her B.A. in Kathak soon. I have no doubt that Kathak and especially association with Tai is a big reason behind my daughters confidence, self-identity, musicality and pursuit of excellence in whatever she undertakes. Tai doesn’t just teach kathak, she imbibes in her students values of hard work, attention to detail, consistency and diligence. She takes effort to explain history of Kathak, meaning behind each lesson and shared stories of our cultural heritage. Tai uses the right balance between tough love and tenderness to ensure her students achieve their full potential. It is no surprise that the learning in her classroom goes beyond Kathak and makes its mark in academic, physical and spiritual worlds. If you are looking for serious Kathak training, you cannot find a better teacher and human being that you want your child to associate with and learn from. THANK YOU Tai for your wisdom and heart, and all the sweet things that you do. We are thankful to have you here in NJ!

• - 5/5

Archana Nrityalaya has been an absolute godsend for us; my daughter has been learning Kathak for the past four years under the tutelage of Guru Archana Joglekar, and absolutely loves it. Tai, as she is fondly called by all her students, puts her heart and soul into making sure that all her students learn this beautiful art - she will continually challenge the students to stretch and improve their dance skills. Serious students only!

• - 5/5

Hi Tai, It was a wonderful performance at the Rhythm of Life 2022as always.... You never cease to surprise me, rather amaze me ,and every time I come back impressed with the depth and breadth and range of your performance and talent. You outdo yourselves every time we all see you, in many respects. I remember the annual show of 2019, as I remember other shows of yours that I have attended and watched. I could go on and on about the artistic talent, the creativity, the choreography, the attention to detail and the combination of originality and choice of compositions that you have taken from the legends. You would have heard about all this from others too.. What impressed me also are the steps that you are taking to build the next level of talent for your academy and laying foundations of a lasting institution that can scale and grow to multiple levels.. I particularly liked the gesture to honor all faculties and PareshJi in particular. It is rare that an individual who is an excellent performer in his or her field is also good at managing, organizing, and institution building. This combination of multiple talents within you, along with organizational capabilities, and the teaching and institution building abilities is an exceptional combination seen rarely in creative artists. We feel thankful and blessed to have you as Guru for our kids... Our prayers for the continued growth of your art, craft and for the growth of this wonderful institution Archana Arts is promising to be

• - 5/5

Urmi group was suggested by meet kalakar for my 1st mangla gaur.And the group performed superbly , full entertainment and were very friendly..luv u Urmi group and thanks for making the event so special..

• - 5/5

The Harmonica teaching by Nita ji is excellent. She starts from the fundamentals and guide step by step. I have taken 4 classes and now extended by 4 more.

• - 5/5

Guitar lessons by Mr Prasad Kirloskar have been very helpful. I have made huge strides in my guitar playing and I find myself a lot more confident with guitar in my hand.. thank you Prasad sir

• - 5/5

It was a beautiful group. Very beautiful presentation & a great event. Everyone enjoyed it very much, Those women treated us with great affection and love. Many thanks to Meet Kalakar and Om Kala Niketan Group for taking care of me without any complaint. Thank you so much...!

• - 5/5

I have started to learn Hindustani classical vocal, and it has been a great experience so far. Glad that this platform helped to put me in touch with a great experienced teacher.

• - 5/5

One of the Best institute of performing arts whether you need to learn or if you need to plan a recital, these should be the people you should be looking for. I am so glad to be the part of it, I have been a tutor here for Western music since past few years and I have experienced such a professionalism, humbleness and kindness of all these management people.

• - 5/5

I was looking for hindustani classical teacher who can teach me and guide me in singing.Iam absolutely satisfied with meet kalakar service. They help me find best teacher as per my need and iam absolutely delighted to learn from my guru.I was actually struggling to find right teacher and I would really thank meet kalar for helping me find right teacher.They were continuously interacting with me ,gathering my requirements suggesting me new teachers and the staff is very polite and ready to help I'm nature .thanks meet kalakar:)

• - 5/5

Priya mam helped to arrange program for my Wife's baby shower on 17th December. The program was performed by Sakhi group Panvel lead by Sneha Mam. Thank you so much mam, this was actually the soul of our event and everyone enjoyed and loved it. Many thanks to make by wife's baby shower a memorable one.

• - 5/5

Last 3 years I am learning sitar via meet kalakar and it's a great experience. I never expected that I can play sitar for 10 min. But I played infornt of meet kalar class students. All efforts and credit goes to my Guruji Shree Adwait Gadgil and Meet kalakar team. Due to meet kalakar i got opportunity to get such guru and confidence to play infront of the audience. Thanks to Meetkalar team and prachi madam.

• - 5/5

Meetkalakar did function for naming ceremony of my son. Very nice function. The Indraprastha group invited myself, my guest also to join for dance, fugadi. All my guest, my sisters enjoyed a lot and conveyed it was a really very nice function. Very very Thanks to Meetkalakar for making our function memorable ????????

• - 5/5

Highly recomended. Great artist, good combination of classical and folk music. Soulful to hear.

• - 5/5

My experience with Meetkalakar was great. We called them for my baby shower program. All the members from group Maherchi pakhare were really cooperative. They made my baby shower so memorable. Thank you so much all the members and team

• - 5/5

We live in California and were looking for virtual khel prog for our daughter's mangalagaur. I found meet kalakar through google and they were extremely professional, super good in every aspect from start to finish. once we decided to go with them, they were extremely good about keeping us informed about the process and we were confident that the work will be done well & on time. We had an amazing beautiful, entertaining program from Srujan sakhya for 35 mins custom made especially for us which we played on Zoom. Program was Super good, informative, graceful & everybody here of all the ages learned something new about the traditional mangalalgaur khel and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks Rucha from Meet kalakar & srujan sakhya for making it so memorable & a cherished experience. If i had an option to give 7 stars, i would happily do that!

• - 5/5

It was a very awesome experience of my baby shower with Meetkalakar team. Whole team is great at what they do and friendly also it just was a wonderful function because of meetkalakar team. I thank the whole group for all their efforts they did to make my function memorable ??????

• - 5/5

Booked Santoor Artist Manali Mam via Meet Kalakaar for a lite music night for my family. She was very open to song suggestions and went out of her way in giving a memorable Santoor instrumental as well as vocal performance for us. Her mom did a great job at compering for the event and made sure there was no dull moment in-between the performance. Experience with Meet Kalakaar coordinator Priya was also great as she ensured there are no hiccups and everything goes smoothly while coordinating with both Manali Mam and myself. I highly recommend booking through Meet Kalakaar platform for any our your upcoming event requirements. They really care about the artists as well as their customers.

• - 5/5

With the help of Meetkalakar, I hired the Phulwa group to perform at my daughter's Mangalagauri evening event. They were very good presentation, music and performance wise. They also encouraged my family and guests to participate in the easier games and taught us a few tricks of playing the intricate formations too. All in all quite satisfied with them. All the best for their next ventures.

• - 5/5

Meetkalakar conducted a very good interview of artist Mrs. Anjali Dilip. Much informative, positive and energetic video, full of enthusiasm. A wonderful experience with amazing editing skills. Congratulations team Meetkalakar.

• - 5/5

Artist name - prasanna sakhi group via meet kalakar, thank you for coming and making my baby shower program,It was a very awesome experience of my baby shower with Meetkalakar team.They were very good presentation, music and performance wise. They also encouraged my family and guests to participate in the easier games and taught us a few tricks of playing. I thank the whole group for all their efforts they did to make my function memorable. I highly recommend booking through Meet Kalakaar platform for any our your upcoming event requirements. They really care about the artists as well as their customers.

• - 5/5

I am from Goa and I invited to Meet kalakar team to perform POWADA on the occasion of Shivjayanti. It's first time in. Goa and specially at our place people enjoyed it most. What a wonderful performance from Sanjay Jadhav and team great great and great. Thanks for Meet kalakar.

• - 5/5

My baby shower function was arranged by Urmi group from Ambernath... Show was wonderfully performed by the group.... All my family members enjoyed a lotz..... A big thanx to all of them for making my function colourful....????

• - 5/5

A wonderful academy that helps teacher and students to connect from across the world.

• - 5/5

I love this institute because of it's kind teachers and graceful dances!!!!! This is in no way a bad place!!!!

• - 5/5

Tai, the BMM show was fantastic, I loved every bit of it! Your ardhanareshwar was mesmerizing. Ghunghat and panihari were also very powerful. The girls’ performances interspersed with your powerful ones perfectly struck a beautiful balance. We are so fortunate to have you here and have you as our guru. We are immensely blessed. The awe of watching your shows has not diminished for me despite watching them up close for almost two decades now.

• - 5/5

My experience is very good . I get detailed attention from.Guru Archana Her focus is so much on grammar, strength. Body alignment and riyaaaz I am loving it and best part is that she does everything as many as times till you get it People might not like her for being strict with Riyaaz but that’s what classical art form is all about I love her , she has knowledge depth of an ocean I am always excited / little nervous but prepared for her class . Wish I had found her long ago

• - 5/5

Archana Tai is the true Guru. There isn’t anyone else who has the strength, dedication, and in-depth vision like Tai does. She focuses on grooming every single student and brings out the beauty in them. She is so precise in her choreographies and even while teaching, she makes sure to explain everything to her students. We don’t just learn how to move our bodies; we learn all the terms, and the meaning behind what we perform, and the science and math behind what we do. Tai makes it her responsibility to explain what we’re learning and how it connects to us at that very moment. Through Tai’s guidance, we have been fortunate to have the opportunity to perform on many stages and partake in many workshops and events. I have been a student of Tai’s for 9 years now, and I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to learn from her and to have her as my Guru.

• - 5/5

Archana Arts is the best dance school for learning Kathak. If anybody wants to genuinely learn Kathak and hone the skills of the dance form, Archana Arts is the place. This school has a detailed curriculum, all the way from Beginners to Master’s level. Archana Arts embodies the rich culture of Indian heritage. Students are taught so much more than how to just move their bodies in rhythm. This school focuses on gracefulness and truly grooming the students into beautiful dancers. The knowledge of Archana Arts is vast and deep. It encompasses the technical side as well as the Bhav (expression) side of Kathak. This is the activity which helps your physical health and mental health. Anyone can learn this art form regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity.

• - 5/5

As a student of six years at Archana Nrityalaya, I can proudly say that getting the opportunity to learn from Archana Tai has been one of the greatest blessings of my entire life. In fact, the impact of her tutelage, both in and outside of the classroom, cannot be quantified into the five stars of this rating. I highly doubt that it could be counted in thousands of them either. When I began learning with Archana Tai in sixth grade, I wasn’t very happy. Kathak dance had so many guidelines, so many rules. The dance required so much effort and discipline, and with Archana Tai as my guru, I had to strive for perfection. And I definitely was not disciplined or motivated enough to do it at that age, and it was because of my drawbacks that I almost considered quitting my tutelage. Today, I proudly say that continuing was one of the greatest decisions I’ve ever made. The rules that I eventually internalized define my character today, in both dance and society. Every single lesson in her studio is test of the decorum she has taught and continues to teach me: Do I appear confident and strong every time I move my body to the rhythm? How about my hair, my attire? Have I dressed to succeed in class? And lest we forget, how am I reciting poems and compositions? Is my performance acceptable, or exemplary? Most importantly, how do I respond to my critiques? Do I dare to retaliate out of sheer impulse, or accept my mistakes and respect both my progress and my teacher’s wishes and try again? I face the questions every single day when I return, and try to make the right decisions as Tai has taught me. Yes, Tai can be strict. She pays attention to the nitty-gritty details, and strives for intense perfection. She may break down her students to begin, but rebuilds then into future dancers and leaders. Her endless care for her students is reflected in every single conversation she has with her students. These attributes that distinguish her from other teachers and academies. The schooling that we students receive here is arguably beyond any other Kathak education we can receive. Here, we learn to push the boundaries the boundaries of ourselves and dance, so that we can do the same in life. Thank you, Archana Tai. For everything you have taught me and will continue to to teach me both inside and outside of your classroom.

• - 5/5

I love the way Archana tai teaches… she has a warm attitude towards all her students and spends a great amount of time focusing on each and every one of them. Truly the best kathak teacher running one of the most prestigious kathak academies.

• - 5/5

They say your Guru is your ‘Marg Darshak’, so for a classical dance form like Kathak, it was an obvious choice for us to go to Archana Tai. This is the perfect place for letting your child’s childhood flourish while they learn this beautiful dance form. Each child is given individual attention to make sure, they have the right pronounciation, Bhav, posture etc. We are seeing our beautiful little girls turn into graceful dancers with each passing year. And you know that you made the right choice when your child is begging you for summer camp after a full rigorous year of the Kathak. Archana Nrityalaya is not a dance school but an extended family for us.

• - 5/5

I have been associated with ArchanaTai and her dance school for over 10+ years through my daughter who learns Kathak with her. Typically, I am a person of few words but feel compelled to write this review as my daughter is planning to finish her B.A. in Kathak soon. I have no doubt that Kathak and especially association with Tai is a big reason behind my daughters confidence, self-identity, musicality and pursuit of excellence in whatever she undertakes. Tai doesn’t just teach kathak, she imbibes in her students values of hard work, attention to detail, consistency and diligence. She takes effort to explain history of Kathak, meaning behind each lesson and shared stories of our cultural heritage. Tai uses the right balance between tough love and tenderness to ensure her students achieve their full potential. It is no surprise that the learning in her classroom goes beyond Kathak and makes its mark in academic, physical and spiritual worlds. If you are looking for serious Kathak training, you cannot find a better teacher and human being that you want your child to associate with and learn from. THANK YOU Tai for your wisdom and heart, and all the sweet things that you do. We are thankful to have you here in NJ!

• - 5/5

Archana Nrityalaya has been an absolute godsend for us; my daughter has been learning Kathak for the past four years under the tutelage of Guru Archana Joglekar, and absolutely loves it. Tai, as she is fondly called by all her students, puts her heart and soul into making sure that all her students learn this beautiful art - she will continually challenge the students to stretch and improve their dance skills. Serious students only!

• - 5/5

Hi Tai, It was a wonderful performance at the Rhythm of Life 2022as always.... You never cease to surprise me, rather amaze me ,and every time I come back impressed with the depth and breadth and range of your performance and talent. You outdo yourselves every time we all see you, in many respects. I remember the annual show of 2019, as I remember other shows of yours that I have attended and watched. I could go on and on about the artistic talent, the creativity, the choreography, the attention to detail and the combination of originality and choice of compositions that you have taken from the legends. You would have heard about all this from others too.. What impressed me also are the steps that you are taking to build the next level of talent for your academy and laying foundations of a lasting institution that can scale and grow to multiple levels.. I particularly liked the gesture to honor all faculties and PareshJi in particular. It is rare that an individual who is an excellent performer in his or her field is also good at managing, organizing, and institution building. This combination of multiple talents within you, along with organizational capabilities, and the teaching and institution building abilities is an exceptional combination seen rarely in creative artists. We feel thankful and blessed to have you as Guru for our kids... Our prayers for the continued growth of your art, craft and for the growth of this wonderful institution Archana Arts is promising to be

• - 5/5

it’s amazing!

• - 5/5

I love the lessons and how welcoming everyone is!

• - 5/5

Great time learning dance with Art Gharana! I would recommend this stellar experience to anyone who has a yearning to learn Kathak!

• - 5/5

It is an absolute pleasure to anttend Indian Vocals classes with Art Gharana. Not only have I seen significant improvement in my vocal technique, but I've also gained confidence to perform in front of an audience. My teacher creates a supportive and encouraging environment, tailoring lessons to my needs. His expertise and passion shines through in every class. I highly recommend Art Gharana singing classes to anyone looking to refine their craft or simply enjoy singing. You won't regret it!

• - 5/5

My experience is good. The way of teaching is great

• - 5/5

So far our experience is good. Support team is great. Only downside for us is not having an ability to track the progress in the online portal and no proper course material.