Bharatanatyam & Bollywood dance classes in Glen Rock, NJ

Bharatanatyam & Bollywood dance classes for kids, teens, and adults. Learn technique, rhythm, expression, and stage confidence in a supportive environment.

Serving Glen Rock and nearby north Bergen towns • Evenings & weekends

Follow dance performances & class moments on Instagram · @dance_withashwathy

Performance clip
Short highlight from Glen Rock Indian Community Diwali Celebrations (2025) with audience of over 100 residents
NYC Indian dance performance pose
Aswathy Sukumar demonstrating a classical Indian dance gesture

Classes

Small batches, personalized attention for every student.

Fall 2026

Explore our class programs

Registration open
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Bollywood kids dancer
Kids
Bollywood Kids
Mondays
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Bharatanatyam dancer
Kids
Bharatanatyam Kids
Fridays
5:30 – 6:30 PM
Bollywood fitness dancer
Adults
Bollywood & Fitness
Saturdays
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Bollywood kids dancer
Kids
Bollywood Kids
Sundays
3:30 – 4:30 PM

About the Teacher

The heart behind Glen Rock Indian Dance.

Aswathy Sukumar

Aswathy Sukumar started her Bharatnatyam training under the tutelage of Guru P.S.A Manu (disciple of Padma Shri Chitra Visweswaran) at the age of 5, performed her Arangetam in 1998, and trained under her guru for 10 years.

Later, she continued her training under the guidance of her mother Mrs. Uma Sukumar (M.A. in Bharatnatyam, trained in Mohinlattam and Kathakali in Kerala). She has also pursued a 10-year diploma in Bharatnatyam (B.A. Honors) and successfully obtained a Ko-Vid certificate in Bharatnatyam from Kairagrah University.

She has choreographed and performed at several events over the years.

Book Trial Class or Event Choreography
Aswathy Sukumar performing Bharatanatyam outdoors
Aswathy Sukumar holding a classical Indian dance pose

Recent & Upcoming Performances

Where our students have performed and what's coming next.

June
13
2026
2026 Bollywood & Bharatanatyam Kids Year-End Recital
Completed
May
9
2026
Glen Rock Indian Community Holi Celebration Performance
Completed
May
5
2026
Bharatanatyam performance at the NYC Supreme Court for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Completed
March
20
2026
Alexander Hamilton Elementary Multicultural Festival
Completed
March
20
2026
Byrd Elementary School Multicultural Festival
Completed
October
18
2025
Glen Rock Indian Community Diwali Kids Performance
Completed
October
4
2025
Glen Rock Indian Community Garba Dance Performance
Completed

Testimonials

A few words from parents and students.

My daughter joined Aswathy's bharatnatyam dance classes last year and I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the class. She is gentle and kind and works with kids at their pace and I can already see the amazing progress my little one has made. I highly recommend dance lessons with Aswathy!

Swathi

Aswathy's classes offer creativity, focus, movement and so much joy! My daughter has been taking Aswathy's Bollywood dance classes for three years now and we can't recommend it enough. She has learned so much poise, creative moments, nuanced hand movements and overall confidence in preforming and dancing! I have even seen an improvement in her ballet classes due to this class. Aswathy's gift of dance, classical training, patience and immense dedication shine through! My daughter isn't always so keen on her after school activities but she runs for Aswathy's class. The only drawback is I can't get her to leave! We are so thankful for this gem of a class in our hometown!

Sylvia

My 5-year-old daughter absolutely loves her Bollywood dance classes and looks forward to them every week. The classes have given her a wonderful creative outlet and have helped build her confidence tremendously. The teacher is amazing with children and has a unique ability to work with different skill levels while making every child feel included and valued. She encourages each student to do their best, celebrates their progress, and creates a positive, supportive environment where kids can truly thrive.

Pooja
Kids' Bollywood class

I absolutely love this adult Bollywood dance class! It's a great workout, lots of fun, and the dance routines are engaging and enjoyable. What sets this class apart is the instructor's ability to create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone. She understands that participants have different experience levels, fitness levels, and limitations, and thoughtfully adjusts the pace and choreography so everyone can feel comfortable and successful.

Pooja
Adult Bollywood class
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Studio Info
Service area

Glen Rock • Ridgewood • Fair Lawn • Paramus • Saddle Brook • Surrounding North New Jersey Bergen towns

Response time

Replies within 1–2 business days

Insurance

General liability insured. Certificate of insurance available upon request.