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ESSENTIAL INFO
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👥 Suitable for: Ages 15 and up
📍 Venue: Uniting Church Hall (mobility aid accessible)
📈 Level: BEGINNER skill level
⏰ Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9am – 4pm (5 Full-Days)
⚠️ Extra info: This course includes an opportunity for public performance. Students may opt out if they wish.
Required skills & experience
No previous dance experience is required
Supplies that you need to bring to class
Your own yoga mat, a cushion or bolster for meditation
A water bottle
A tea cup, and some light snacks (a common kitchen is available for you to prepare tea or coffee, this will allow you to fully relax during the 15-minute break between choreography sessions without needing to go into town)
Jewellery and costumes for performance (costuming will not be provided) - bring vibrant long skirts, tops, bangles, and jewellery
Comfortable shoes to dance in (if preferred)
Learning outcomes
Learn and perform a complete beginner-friendly Bollywood dance choreography inspired by traditional and contemporary Indian dance styles.
Build confidence through expressive movement, storytelling, facial expressions, and stage presence.
Develop rhythm, coordination, musicality, body awareness, and teamwork while dancing in a supportive group environment.
Discover the rich culture of Bollywood through music, movement, colourful costumes, bindis, scarves, jewellery, and cinematic storytelling.
Experience gentle grounding practices, breathwork, visualisation, and yoga-inspired movement to enhance focus, creativity, and enjoyment.
Strengthen creativity, self-expression, and communication while learning to perform with confidence and authenticity.
Celebrate the joy of movement and experience how dance can bring people together, fostering connection, wellbeing, and lasting memories.
COURSE PLAN
DAY ONE - Welcome to Bollywood
Meet the group and create a positive, supportive atmosphere.
Gentle grounding, breathing, and yoga-inspired movement.
Introduction to Bollywood dance and Indian culture.
Learn the basic steps, rhythm, posture, hand gestures, and expressions.
Begin learning the choreography.
DAY TWO - Building the Dance
Gentle morning movement and stretching.
Continue learning the choreography.
Explore expressive storytelling through movement.
Develop rhythm, coordination, and confidence.
Practice dancing together as a team.
DAY THREE - Bringing the Performance to Life
Grounding practice to prepare body and mind.
Continue refining the choreography.
Learn stage formations, entrances, exits, and transitions.
Practice facial expressions, connection with the audience, and performance skills.
Full rehearsal of the final routine with dress rehearsal
DAY FOUR - Dress Rehearsal & Performance
Gentle movement, breathing, and visualisation.
Final rehearsal, performance preparation, and fun free dance to inspire.
Add colourful scarves, bindis, jewellery, and costume accessories.
Celebrate with a joyful group performance at Party in the Park.
DAY FIVE - Celebration & Reflection
Gentle recovery movement and stretching.
Reflect on the week's experience and celebrate achievements.
Final rehearsal of the choreography.
Perform the choreography together again at the Golf Club.
Celebrate friendships, confidence, creativity, and the joy of dancing together.
COURSE TUTOR
Nadira Perera
Nadira Perera is a passionate dance and wellbeing facilitator who loves bringing people together through movement, creativity, and joy.
Born in Sri Lanka, Nadira spent over 20 years living in Paris, France, where she discovered her love of dance through Latin Dance and Modern Jazz while training and working as a qualified beauty therapist. In 2010, she made Australia her home and later established her own wellbeing and beauty salon in Bellingen, where she has been supporting the local community for over 15 years through beauty therapy, massage, bodywork, and holistic wellbeing.
A lifelong lover of movement, Nadira continues to explore and enjoy many dance styles, including Latin Dance, Modern Jazz, Zouk, Kizomba, Salsa, Bachata, Hip Hop, African Dance, and Imbibe Fusion Dance. She believes dance is far more than movement—it is a joyful expression of life that has the power to uplift, connect, and nourish the body, mind, and spirit.
In 2013, Nadira began her Bollywood dance journey with the Bollywood Sisters, Shamila and Zerina, whose passion, creativity, and vibrant teaching inspired her love of Bollywood dance. This year, while Shamila and Zerina are overseas celebrating Zerina's 50th birthday, Nadira has been invited to step into the teaching role for Camp Creative. She feels deeply honoured by their trust and is excited to share the joy, colour, music, storytelling, and energy of Bollywood with the Camp Creative community.
Nadira believes dance is for everyone, regardless of age or experience. Her classes focus on building confidence, encouraging self-expression, celebrating culture, and creating a welcoming, supportive space where participants feel inspired to move, connect, and have fun.
Joining Nadira is assistant tutor Jemah Day, a yoga teacher and space holder, whose calming presence helps create a nurturing and inclusive environment throughout the week.
Together, Nadira and Jemah invite participants to experience the colour, rhythm, storytelling, and joyful spirit of Bollywood while building confidence, friendships, and unforgettable memories through dance.
COURSE ASSISTANT
Jemah Day
Jemah Day began her yoga journey in India in the early 2000s. Today, she is a respected yoga teacher and meditation facilitator based in the beautiful Bellingen region.
With a deep passion for holistic embodiment and conscious movement, Jemah weaves together yoga, meditation, dance, and cultural expression. Her approach invites students to reconnect with their bodies, cultivate presence, and rediscover joy through mindful movement.
Deeply rooted in community, Jemah brings her diverse life experiences and love of dance into her teaching, creating inclusive and transformative spaces for healing and self-discovery.
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