Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts

What Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts does

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts is a Public Charitable Trust (Reg. No. 99/1992) founded in 1992 in Thrissur, Kerala, and operationally headquartered in Wilson Garden, Bengaluru, India. It operates as India's leading contemporary dance institution, offering a vertically integrated portfolio spanning professional training, recreational education, production, and international cultural exchange. Core educational offerings include the two-year Diploma in Movement Arts and Pedagogy (launched 2006, 14+ batches graduated at 55-60 students per cohort), community classes across Contemporary, Kalaripayattu, Bharatanatyam, Yoga, Bollywood, and a Mature Movers track, plus Summer Camps, Mobile Academy institutional workshops, and ICAM artist residencies. Revenue streams include diploma tuition (INR 200,000-215,000 Indian / EUR 5,000-5,300 international), tiered community-class subscriptions (INR 300 drop-in to INR 5,000 three-month), corporate performance fees, corporate wellness programmes, studio rental, and grants from institutional funders including Sir Ratan Tata Trust, Department of Culture (Government of India), Royal Norwegian Embassy, and British Council. Adjacent platforms include the Attakkalari Dance Company (international repertory touring productions Bhinna Vinyasa and AadhaaraChakra), the Attakkalari India Biennial (silver jubilee edition 2025-26, 11 countries, ~200 artists), the NAGARIKA online archive of Indian somatic traditions (built with Goethe Institut, Royal Norwegian Embassy, and movingimages), and the in-development 1.65-acre Centre for Innovation in Performing Arts (CIPA) campus near Sulikere Lake.

Name

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts

Legal name

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts

Website

https://attakkalari.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts is a Bengaluru-based Public Charitable Trust (founded 1992) running India's leading contemporary dance institution, offering a two-year professional diploma, community classes, international festivals, mobile theatre, and corporate performances serving aspiring dancers, educators, corporates, and institutions.

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Product category

Performing Arts Education & Dance Production

NAICS

Dance Companies (71112), Fine Arts Schools (61161), Performing Arts Companies (7111)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Contemporary & Modern Dance (MPAGADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dance Education (Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Cultural Dance) (EDAMAAAH), Dance Festivals & Dance Series (MPAGADAJ), Dancers, Choreographers & Dance Troupes Booking (HSACAHAD), Dance & Movement (Ballroom, Contemporary, Social Dance) (EDAAAGAD)

Keywords

• Contemporary dance education
• Performing arts training
• International dance festival
• Movement arts instruction
• Corporate wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Bengaluru

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

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Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Diploma Programme Tuition: Two-year full-time professional dance education programme in Movement Arts and Mixed Media. Revenue from tuition fees from Indian and international students.
2. Community Classes: Regular studio-based and online classes in Contemporary Dance, Kalaripayattu, Bharatanatyam, Yoga, Bollywood, and specialized programmes like Mature Movers (40+). Revenue from drop-in fees, monthly, and quarterly subscriptions.
3. Corporate Performances: Evening of Mixed Bill performances for corporate audiences including shorter pieces with influences from Kalarippayattu, Capoeira, Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and contemporary dance. Performance fees based on show duration.
4. Summer Camps and Workshops: Intensive summer programmes for kids (5-8), tweens (9-15), teens (16-25) and masterclass series with international artists.
5. Studio Rental: Rental of studio spaces to artists and creative professionals for rehearsals, workshops, auditions, and events. Studios equipped with mirrors, sprung wooden floors, and technical facilities.
6. Corporate Wellness Programmes: Customized movement sessions for corporate professionals including Charge Up, Mid-Day Fire, and Wind Down programmes. Sessions delivered online or in-person at corporate offices.

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Core offering

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts is a non-profit performing arts organization that delivers professional contemporary dance education (a two-year Diploma in Movement Arts and Pedagogy), community dance classes for all ages, an international dance festival (Attakkalari India Biennial), professional repertory dance productions (Attakkalari Dance Company), corporate wellness and performance services, artist incubation (ICAM), and a digital archive (NAGARIKA) of Indian somatic traditions. It integrates Indian physical traditions such as Kalarippayattu and Bharatanatyam with contemporary dance practices.

Product overview

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts operates as a multi-dimensional performing arts organization offering a portfolio of interconnected programmes. The core offerings include the two-year Diploma in Movement Arts and Pedagogy (flagship professional training), Community Classes and Summer Camps (recreational education), Mobile Academy (travelling training), and ICAM (artist incubation). Supporting platforms include Spaarkk (curated events), Wellness at Work (corporate services), Young Choreographers Platform (talent development), Mobile Theatre (portable infrastructure), and Attakkalari India Biennial (international festival). The ecosystem also includes NAGARIKA (research archive), the Attakkalari Dance Company (professional productions), and the upcoming CIPA facility. Together, these create an integrated ecosystem from grassroots education through professional performance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Attakkalari India Biennial (AIB): The flagship international dance festival organized by Attakkalari, held biennially in Bengaluru showcasing contemporary dance from India and worldwide.
• Diploma in Movement Arts and Pedagogy
• ICAM (Incubation Centre for the Arts and Media)
• NAGARIKA
• CIPA (Centre for Innovation in Performing Arts)

Products and services

• Diploma in Movement Arts and Pedagogy A comprehensive two-year full-time professional dance education programme combining international contemporary dance techniques with India's physical and performance traditions. The diploma includes modules in pedagogy, apprenticeship, fitness, and stage technologies. It aims to launch dance careers as performers, choreographers, teachers, resource persons, project managers and consultants. Targeted at aspiring professional dancers (16+) globally with auditions held across Indian cities and international fee tier.
• Community Classes Regular studio-based and online dance and movement classes for all ages - children (5+), youth, adults, and specialised Mature Movers (40+) - covering Contemporary Dance, Kalaripayattu, Bharatanatyam, Yoga, Bollywood, and other styles. Delivered in-studio at Bengaluru and online with flexible drop-in, monthly, and three-month subscription plans.
• Summer Camp Intensive summer dance programme for young people aged 5-25 years, structured in three tiers (Kids 5-8, Tweens 9-15, Teens 16-25), featuring contemporary dance and Kalaripayattu training with a public performance culmination. Tiered unit pricing (INR 4,500 / 5,000 / 5,500).
• Mobile Academy A travelling comprehensive movement arts training programme delivered at partner educational institutions across India. Brings Attakkalari's expertise in contemporary and Indian dance into schools, colleges, and universities, including lecture demonstrations and modular short programmes.
• ICAM (Incubation Centre for the Arts and Media) Artist residency and incubation programme providing opportunities for transdisciplinary exploration involving dance and performing arts, supporting prototyping, production, and performance of original works by artists.
• Spaarkk Curated events platform featuring performances, residencies, workshops, talks, and seminars across dance, theatre, music, and visual arts; positions artists and audiences in dialogue with one another.
• Wellness at Work Customized online and offline workplace wellness movement sessions for corporate professionals combining yoga, contemporary dance, and functional fitness. Includes 'Charge Up', 'Mid-Day Fire', and 'Wind Down' programmes delivered in-person at offices or online. Quote-based pricing.
• Young Choreographers Platform Initiative supporting emerging choreographers with peer support, guides, studio infrastructure, and production/touring opportunities for choreographic work not yet presented in formal theatre settings.
• Mobile Theatre Sturdy, cost-effective, compact portable theatre facility with essential sound, light, and projection equipment, flexible seating, and dismountable sprung wooden dance floors with linoleum mats for bringing performances to underserved areas.
• Attakkalari India Biennial Biannual international dance festival held in Bengaluru showcasing contemporary dance from India and worldwide. The 2025-26 silver jubilee edition spans five stages with 20 events, featuring approximately 200 artists from 11 countries and 15 international dance companies; ticketed and free events alongside masterclasses.
• NAGARIKA Interactive online archive documenting Indian somatic traditions (Bharatanatyam, Kalarippayattu) and contemporary performing arts expressions; the first such initiative in India in the field of traditional performing arts, produced in collaboration with Goethe-Institut Bangalore and Chris Ziegler/movingimages.
• Online Classes (Spotlight Live) Digital learning offerings including online community classes and the Spotlight Live Online Kids Dance Camp featuring Kalaripayattu and Contemporary Dance instruction for remote learners, including during the pandemic.
• Attakkalari Dance Company Professional repertory company under Attakkalari, creating and performing full-length multimedia dance productions that integrate movement with lighting, sound, video, and digital arts. Productions include Bhinna Vinyasa and AadhaaraChakra. Tours internationally to festivals in Europe, North America, Korea, and China.
• Corporate Performances (Evening of Mixed Bill) Customised corporate entertainment featuring an Evening of Mixed Bill performances blending shorter pieces influenced by Kalarippayattu, Capoeira, Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and contemporary dance. Performance fees based on show duration with stage/technical requirements quoted separately.
• Studio Rental Rental of Attakkalari's Bengaluru studios to artists and creative professionals for rehearsals, workshops, auditions, and events. Studios are equipped with mirrors, sprung wooden floors, and technical facilities.

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Goethe Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan BangalorecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative project partner for NAGARIKA - online archive of Indian somatic traditions. Also partner for various festivals and international artist residencies.
• Royal Norwegian EmbassycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in co-production of Somatic Songlines screendance short film in collaboration with FRIKAR Dance Company (Norway).
• TransMedia TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnical stage technology partner providing lighting, sound, and multimedia design for productions. Also provides studio facilities for ICAM residency programme.
• British CouncilmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for lighting design workshops, cultural skills programmes, and international artist exchanges. Supported Company Wayne McGregor India tour.
• Karnataka TourismmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for Attakkalari India Biennial 2025-26.
• Fabbrica EuropamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian co-production partner for Bhinna Vinyasa and international exchange programmes.
• Chris Ziegler / movingimagescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduction partner for NAGARIKA archive project.

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Direct peers

• Terence Lewis Dance Foundation: India-based contemporary dance company and school with strong media presence, corporate events, and youth training — closest commercial contemporar
• Gati Dance Forum: New Delhi-based organization that promotes contemporary dance in India through residencies, workshops, and international exchange — directly comparable mission and constituency to Attakkalari's contemporary dance and choreography programmes.
• Kalakshetra Foundation: Chennai-based Public Charitable Trust that delivers professional dance and music education, performances, and festivals — comparable nonprofit performing-arts institution and major Indian dance-education counterpart to Attakkalari.
• The Danceworx: Indian contemporary dance company and training academy offering professional and recreational classes — directly comparable offering set (corporate performances, community classes, dance education) and Indian market footprint.

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