In this rapid pace of living in a metropolitan city like Delhi it is essential for people to have some kind of hobby which they can relax with. Dancing is a favorite with most people and today even middle-aged women are waking up to its health benefits. There are many places where you can go to watch a classical dance recital like Siri Fort Auditorium and Kamani Auditorium. Informal cultural hubs India Habitat Center and India International Center, both situated on Lodhi Road, also present a number of extremely insightful presentations. Many dance festivals and SPIC MACAY functions are also organized all through the year.
Western Weakness
The classical music has held its prized position but gradually western dances like Salsa, Rumba, Tango, Jive and Belly Dance have gained popularity in India, especially Delhi. There are many foundations run by extremely credible dancers teaching people how to dance and more importantly providing them a social networking place of like-minded people. But if you like dancing with abandon without caring about your twist and twirls, go to any of the numerous discotheques in Delhi. Most of these nightclubs are located at five star hotels.
Traditional Charm
The basic theme of practicing a dance form is to harmonize and discipline one's body, mind and soul. And at a time when perhaps too much importance is given to one's career, it is quite surprising that the youth are taking an active interest in learning new things, including dance. Some noteworthy schools of dance are listed below, are keenly supervised by the owners and the information incorporated is accurate to the best of our knowledge:
