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Indian dance classes for all levels in San Francisco

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Our regular season classes for Season 10. Classes culminate in a live showcase performance on Saturday, June 5, at Brava Theater.

Classes at Smuin Dance Center & The Collective Studios  ·  Season 10 Registration Open

Season 10
Beginner

Foundations

Starts January 25 Mondays, 7:30–8:30 PM · The Collective Studios Perfect for first-time dancers! Learn the fundamentals of Indian dance while building confidence, coordination, and rhythm.
$495
$450
per season
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Season 10
Intermediate

Intermediate

Starts January 21 Thursdays, 8–9 PM · The Collective Studios For dancers with prior experience looking to refine technique and performance quality.
$495
$450
per season
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Season 10
Intermediate

Intermediate+

Starts January 25 Mondays, 8:30–9:30 PM · The Collective Studios A step up from Intermediate with more challenging choreography — a bridge between Intermediate and Advanced.
$495
$450
per season
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Season 10
Advanced

Advanced

Starts January 24 Sundays, 8–9 PM · Smuin Dance Center, Studio A Challenging choreography for experienced dancers, with an emphasis on semi-classical movement and artistry. Open to returning Naach dancers only. Classes on January 31 and February 13–28 will be held at an alternative location.
$495
$450
per season
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Season 10
Fusion

Bhangra Fusion (Co-Ed)

Starts January 24 Sundays, 7–8 PM · Smuin Dance Center, Studio A A high-energy intro to Bhangra, Punjab’s folk dance, blended with contemporary fusion flair. Beginner to intermediate dancers welcome. Classes on January 31 and February 13–28 will be held at an alternative location.
$495
$450
per season
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Fitness Class
Fitness  ·  All Levels

NaachFit

12 weeks · starts January 27 Wednesdays, 7–8 PM · The Collective Studios A heart-pumping Indian dance workout for all levels — no choreography to learn, no performance required. Just great music, cardio, and community.
$395
$350
12-week session
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Location Update

Advanced and Bhangra Fusion classes that fall on January 31 or between February 13–28 will be held at an alternative location. Kids classes that fall on these dates will be held at The Collective Studios. We will try to maintain existing time slots.

Holidays

No classes on major holidays, including Memorial Day, Holi, and more.

Showcase Costume

Performing in the June 5 showcase requires payment for a showcase costume.

Held at Smuin Dance Center and The Collective Studios (Fulton Street) — see each class for its location

Kids Bollywood Dance

Three age groups for young dancers, running alongside our regular season. A 10-week session starting January 24, all at Smuin Dance Center. Kids classes that fall on January 31 or between February 13–28 will be held at The Collective Studios.

Spring 2027
Ages 3–5

Naach Mini Stars

10 weeks · starts January 24 Sundays, 9–10 AM · Smuin Dance Center, Studio B A playful, parent-accompanied introduction to Indian dance movement and rhythm for our youngest dancers.
$395
$350
10-week session
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Spring 2027
Ages 6–9

Naach Little Stars

10 weeks · starts January 24 Sundays, 10–11 AM · Smuin Dance Center, Studio B Simple choreography — our flagship kids class, building confidence, rhythm, and a love of dance.
$395
$350
10-week session
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Spring 2027
Ages 10–13

Naach Rising Stars

10 weeks · starts January 24 Sundays, 11 AM–12 PM · Smuin Dance Center, Studio B Full choreography, technique & performance prep for our pre-teen dancers ready for a bigger challenge.
$395
$350
10-week session
Early bird · goes up Jan 1
Naach SF Presents

Season 9 Showcase

Every season culminates in a live showcase performance where our students take the stage after weeks of training. All are welcome — bring your family and friends!

Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Brava Theater Center — 2781 24th St, Mission District, San Francisco
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What Our Dancers Say

From complete beginners to bridal clients — here’s what the Naach community has to say.

Your sangeet, choreographed

We’ve worked with over 100 couples and bridal parties in the SF area — from first-time dancers to families who just want to have fun on the floor.

  • Custom choreography for couples, bridal parties, and large groups
  • Song selection and editing included
  • Patient, supportive teaching — no experience needed

“Even to this day my husband and I still dance with Nisha’s steps when our song comes on!”

Cece Wadhwa · Google Review
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Bring Bollywood to your event

Live dance performances that wow the room, and live teaching sessions that get everyone moving. For Diwali celebrations, corporate functions, team offsites, and workshops of every size.

Performances and workshops quoted per event

Live Performances

Professional Bollywood dance performances to open your event, light up a stage, or headline the evening.

Live Teaching Sessions

Interactive 90-minute workshops where everyone learns a real routine — no experience needed. We’ve taught groups of up to 500 people.

Diwali & Cultural Events

Festive celebrations for Diwali, South Asian Heritage Month, and DEI & cultural programming.

Corporate Functions

Team offsites, holiday parties, company all-hands, and client events, in person at your venue.

Perfect for
Diwali parties Team offsites Holiday parties Company workshops Cultural & DEI events South Asian Heritage Month

Tell us about your event and we’ll build the right experience.

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Nisha Palvia, Founder of Naach by Nisha
25+ Years Teaching
8 Seasons
100+ Students

Meet Nisha Palvia

Nisha Palvia has over 25 years of experience in Indian dance. Based in San Francisco, she teaches at studios across the city in semi-classical, bhangra, garba, and fusion styles.

Known for her patience, warmth, and keen attention to detail, Nisha has a special gift for working with beginners and helping them grow in confidence and technique. Every student who walks through her door leaves a performer.

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Meet the Team

Our instructors bring energy, expertise, and warmth to every class.

Shruti, Instructor

Shruti

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Sameera, Instructor

Sameera

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Kiran, Instructor

Kiran

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Nandini, Instructor

Nandini

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Supriya, Instructor

Supriya

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Vinitra, Instructor

Vinitra

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Ramya

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Priyanshi

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See What You’ll Perform

Every season ends with a live showcase. Here’s what past students have taken the stage to perform.

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