Learn famous dance forms from the dance guru Anil Gopal Gandhi

Anil Gopal Gandhi or popularly known as guruji among his disciples is a great dance teacher in Bangalore and is training hundreds of students every year. From his dance academy, there are students reaching out to all over the world. In the past 5 years, he has trainees that were possible to make their way to several dance reality shows and some of them even reached the final lap.

Along with being a well-trained dancer and teacher in different forms such as classical, semi-classical, freestyle, contemporary, and others, he has also got chance to work with some celebrities for helping them learn best dance forms. He has also received rewards and recognitions for several dance competitions.

How did Anil Gandhi enter into the realm of dance?

Anil Gopal Gandhi was born in a middle class family where dance was not supported so much especially for the boys. But Anil was inspired from his mother, who was also a classical dancer back in her late 20s. He followed her footsteps and started learning from seeing her dance at home and then practicing alone with no other means. Slowly, as he grew up he took part in different cultural events and ceremonies at his school and college level. He received medals and scholarships for his amazing performances at the competitions. He saved that money and later used it to get trained from expert. And as he completed his college, rather than continuing career as a science teacher, as wanted by his father, he became a professional dance trainer. His teaching approach emphasizes not just the technical aspects of dance but also the emotional and spiritual dimensions, allowing students to truly connect with the art form.

Anil Gandhi then at the age of 26, opened his own dance school, Dance Niketan in Bangalore, where he is training students from 5 years of age to 50 and beyond. He says that that learning dance has no age and there should be no restrictions at all. Other than his dance school, he also teaches kids at slum so that they can at least have one skill which they can use to get some work as they grow. He visit them every week with his team and cover different areas to teach them some popular dance steps and forms. Through this initiative, Anil Gopal Gandhi aims to break down barriers and give every child, regardless of their circumstances, a chance to dream and achieve. He believes that dance not only brings happiness and self-expression but also acts as a tool for personal growth and empowerment. Anil Gandhi's efforts are a testament to the transformative power of dance and the positive impact it can have on individuals and communities. His dedication to teaching and his commitment to making a difference in the lives of those less fortunate make him a true inspiration in the world of dance and beyond.