Class FAQs
Q1. Can I perform the choreography I learnt in class at other events (dance competitions, private parties etc.)?
You may perform the choreography at such events provided:
i) You have written permission from your class instructor.
ii) You acknowledge and announce the instructor and the dance company verbally at the event right before or after the performance.
Q2. I have lots of prior dance experience and would like to enroll for the Intermediate class. Is this possible?
i) If you are a new student and have not taken a Basic level class with us before, then you do not qualify to enroll for the Intermediate class.
ii) At your first class, inform the instructor you would like to enroll in the Intermediate class. The instructor will evaluate you during the class and may or may not promote you to a higher level class for the quarter.
Q3. My daughter is 3 years old and loves to dance. Can she enroll in a 5-8 year old class?
We accept kids above the age of 5 only, or, they must turn 5 within the first 2 weeks of the quarter. Our “Bacha Party” class is geared for 3 & 4 year olds and is the appropriate class for your daughter. We guarantee that she will have a great time!
Q4. I have completed a Basic level class and my instructor has now suggested that I should enroll in the Intermediate class, but the timing of the Intermediate class does not work for me. Can I enroll for the Advanced class instead?
i) Our Bollywood dance program is designed in such a way that each level has specific dance techniques, steps and content appropriate for the level.
ii) When you jump from a basic level to an Advanced level class, you skip the Intermediate level all together which means you skip learning certain techniques that are a pre-requisite for the Advanced class. Hence jumping levels in the program is not allowed. This is for the benefit of the student!
Q5. How many levels are there in the Bollywood dance program?
We have 4 levels: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced and Master. After a student completes the Master level, he/she can audition to join the "Emerging Performers" program or the company troupe! If a student does not clear the audition, they can continue to take the Master class and they will be challenged and keep growing as a dancer & performer!
Q6. What is the "Emerging Performers" Program?
The primary objective of this special program is to constantly groom/train a prospective set of young performers. Read more about the program here.
Q7. What is the "Intensive Training" Class?
The Intensive Training Class is specifically designed to help those students who have immense potential to eventually make it into the Emerging Performers Program. Read more about Intensive Training Class here.
Q8. I am 65 years old and I love to dance! Can I enroll for a dance class in your company?
Yes - we would love to have you in a class! You are welcome to join an adults Basic class. Also we have a special ‘Jollywood’ class for seniors at the India Community Center in Milpitas. Read more about the program here.
Q9. I have a problem memorizing steps. Can I record the dance class so I can rehearse at home?
Yes! Read the class policies here. Initially, it may be challenging to remember the routine, but after the first few weeks of class, this should not be a problem as we go over the routine multiple times in each class. Many of our students also meet outside of class time to practice together.
Q10. Do students learn more than one song in a quarter?
We work with either an edited version of one song, or a medley of 1-3 songs each quarter.
Q11. How often do students get to perform?
i) On stage performances are a key aspect of our Bollywood dance program -it helps build confidence, improves dancing & performance skills, impresses family & friends and we believe it's every student's right to have a blast stage - Bollywood style!
ii) Students have the opportunity to perform twice a year twice a year during the Spring and Fall Student Showcases! Every student, whether five years or fifty-five years of age is provided a professional platform to share their talent and is first-hand experience with the various dynamics of show business!
Q12. How different is the Bombay Jam® fitness class from a dance class?
Very different! Read all about our unique fitness program here.
Q13. I would like to take private dance lessons. What are my options?
We do offer private dance lessons. For details on pricing and availability, email us.
Q14. My daughter’s wedding is coming up soon and I would like an instructor from your company to come to my house and teach my family and I a dance to perform! Is this possible?
We do offer private classes and lessons, as well as customized wedding performances. For details on pricing and availability, email us.
Q15. Do your instructors train students to dance at competitions?
We do not train students to compete. But we do teach them the various dynamics about being on stage and being a performer in class. Also, they perform on stage through our dance program twice a year during the Spring and Fall Student Showcases!