Indian dance is an amazing world full of beautiful details, intriguing codes and apparent technical complexity. We can enter it in a pleasant, relaxed but motivated way to explore the beauties and depths of this beautiful Art. The BHARATANATYAM is the most popular "classical" dance in India. It is characterized by its delicate geometry and neutral movements that allow channeling the natural movement of each performer. In broad strokes, what we will see: PRACTICE Initiation through the traditional apprenticeship system Postures, lines and mechanisms of movement Rhythm of the ground hit expressive resources THEORY Relevance and context of applied theory The gesture as a narrative element History and problems