Canada’s National School for Indian Dances

Canada’s National School for Indian Dances

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Preserving and promoting Indian dance. High-quality lessons for all. Embrace India's rich culture.

08/07/2026

✨ Give your child the chance to learn, grow and shine through the timeless art of Kathak. ✨

Our Kathak for Kids classes help young dancers build confidence, creativity, discipline and a meaningful connection to Indian culture, all while learning in a welcoming and supportive environment. 💛

📅 Every Wednesday
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Adelaide McLaughlin Public School
630 Stevenson Rd N, Oshawa

September registration is open and spaces are filling!

📞 Call 365-499-1319 to register or ask questions

🌐 Visit www.cnsid.ca/courses for class information

08/05/2026

✨ Performer Spotlight | Ashmini & Aanya ✨

Every performance has a story, and this mother-daughter duo’s journey is one of dedication, resilience, and a shared love for dance.

🌸 Ashmini mesmerized the audience with *Anarkali*, a Mughal-inspired Kathak piece filled with grace, emotion, and expression. Despite a recurring shoulder injury, the busy life of a mother of two, and helping prepare for her sister’s wedding, she remained committed to rehearsals and delivered a beautiful performance on stage. Her perseverance was truly inspiring.

🌼 Aanya charmed the audience with *Baal Leela*, bringing youthful energy, innocence, and expressive storytelling to life. Her confidence and commitment reflected the hard work she put into every rehearsal.

Together, Ashmini and Aanya beautifully showed how passion, dedication, and family can create something truly special. Watching them share the stage was a memorable reminder of the meaningful bonds dance can build across generations.

Thank you, Ashmini and Aanya, for your commitment, your hard work, and for making *Anjali* even more meaningful. We are so proud of you both! ❤️

08/03/2026

Dance isn’t just for children, and it’s never too late to begin. ✨

Join CNSID’s Adult Light Classical Dance Class and experience movement, music, culture and connection in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re returning to dance or trying something new, this class is a beautiful way to build confidence, express yourself and make time for you.

🗓 Every Friday
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Harmony Heights Public School

590 Galahad Dr, Oshawa

Call 365-499-1319 to register or learn more, or visit www.cnsid.ca/courses.

08/01/2026

✨ CNSID is performing at India Day 2026! 🇮🇳

We’re thrilled to be part of Panorama India’s incredible India Day celebrations, bringing together more than 500 artists to showcase the rich and diverse dance traditions of India on one grand stage.

Join us for a full day of culture, community, music, food, shopping and unforgettable performances!

📅 Sunday, August 16, 2026
⏰ 12:00–9:00 PM
📍 Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto

Bring your family and friends, come support our talented performers and celebrate the beauty of Indian culture with us. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

Thank you to Panorama India and for bringing this spectacular celebration to life.

07/29/2026

Give your child the opportunity to build confidence, discipline and a meaningful connection to culture through Bharatanatyam. ✨

CNSID’s weekly kids’ classes provide a supportive space to learn classical Indian dance, develop new skills and shine through movement.

🗓 Every Tuesday
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Dr. S.J. Phillips Public School
625 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa

Classes are filling quickly.

Call 365-499-1319 to register or ask questions, or explore the courses online at www.cnsid.ca/courses.

07/24/2026

September registration is officially open! ✨

Give your child the opportunity to build confidence, discipline, cultural connection, and a true love for Indian classical dance.

Classes are available for children, teens, and adults in Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Light Classical dance.

Spaces are filling quickly, so now is the time to secure your spot.

📞 Call 365-499-1319 to register or ask questions

🌐 Explore available courses at www.cnsid.ca/courses

Join us this September and become part of a vibrant dance community in Durham Region.

07/21/2026

✨Performer Spotlight: Anwar Khurshid✨

We were truly honoured to welcome internationally acclaimed sitar artist, composer, and educator Anwar Khurshid to the stage.

Rooted in the rich traditions of Indian classical music, Anwar is celebrated for his ability to bridge cultures through the power of music. His artistry has taken him to prestigious stages around the world and has contributed to acclaimed film productions, including the Academy Award-winning Life of Pi.

Through his performances, collaborations, and teaching, he continues to introduce audiences to the expressive beauty and timeless sound of the sitar.

Please join us in sharing our heartfelt gratitude to Anwar for bringing his incredible talent, passion, and musical excellence to this special evening. 🎶

07/17/2026

Step into confidence, culture and community through the beauty of Indian dance. ✨

Registration is now open for September 2026 classes with Darshini Shah at Canada’s National School for Indian Dances.

Training is available in Bharatanatyam, Kathak and light classical dance for children, teens and adults in Durham Region.

📞 Call 365-499-1319 to register or send us a DM with your questions.

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