Raqs-e-Nazakat Section D

VMPA Presents ‘Raqs-e-Nazakat: A Six-Month Intensive Course in the Art of Kathak’ by Ahmed Ibn e Sakeena.

This six-month Kathak course is a comprehensive program designed to take students from foundational skills to polished stage performances. Each session builds progressively, beginning with the basics of Kathak, including its history, postures, footwork (Tatkaar), and hand movements (Hastak). As the course advances, students explore rhythmic structures like teen taal, tukras, toras, parans, and chakkars (spins), while developing coordination and expression (abhinaya). By mid-course, participants focus on storytelling through dance, learning gats, poetry-based expressions, and improvisational techniques. The final months are dedicated to refining performance skills, building a repertoire, and enhancing stage presence. The program culminates in a full recital where students present a 20/30 minutes sequence that integrates rhythm, movement, and emotive storytelling.
This course offers a well-rounded training experience, blending technical precision with artistic expression, ideal for dancers aiming to perform professionally or deepen their mastery of Kathak.

What you’ll learn:

• Taal, Footwork, Posture, Hastak
• Tukras, Toras Rhythm Awareness
• Abhinaya Chakkars
• Gats & Improvisation
• Repertoire Building
• Performance & Polishing

Requirements: Ages 12+
Registration fee: Rs. 90,000/-
Early Bird Discount: Rs. 80,000/- (Valid till the 7th of October 2025)

About the Instructor:

Ahmed Khan, widely known as Ahmed Ibn e Sakeena, is a distinguished artist hailing from Awaran, Balochistan, Pakistan. Since embarking on his journey in 2012, Ahmed has made a significant mark in the world of Kathak. He honed his craft under the tutelage of esteemed gurus, Ma’am Zareen Phana and Guru Nahid Siddique, in Lahore.
Ahmed’s performances have graced numerous stages across Pakistan and have also extended internationally, with notable performances in Nepal earning him accolades and admiration.