Kandivali West and East together offer 7 dance studios with 842 Google reviews and a 4.77 average. Recur's review finds a strong classical dance foundation here — Nrutyavidya has taught Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Western dance since 2006, while Roshan Dance Academy and Rajeev's Dance Academy lead for Bollywood and event choreography. The area is well spread across Charkop, Kandivali West, and Kandivali East.
💡 Rajeev's Dance Academy (near KES College, Kandivali West) and Roshan Dance Academy (Kandivali East, near ESI Hospital) are both 4.9-rated with strong Bollywood and Garba offerings — Rajeev's is closer to the station, Roshan is known for one-on-one attention even for older beginners.
The 7 dance studios, ranked
Ordered by overall rating and review volume
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Nrutyavidya - Pivot of Dance
LakshmiNarayan CHS, D-6/537, near Oxford Public School, Sector 5, Charkop, Kandivali West, Mumbai 400067 · Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Western dance — classical focus · ★ 5.0 (79 reviews)
Operating since 2006 under Guru Smt. Priyanka Shetye Lotankar, Nrutyavidya teaches Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Western dance with a strong focus on classical technique and annual day performances. Students describe learning with Priyanka Ma'am for 5–7 years, with periodic tests and attention to every student. The institution instils discipline and teamwork alongside dance.
Parents love
Priyanka Ma'am's patient and precise classical teachingannual day performances are highlights for studentsperiodic tests keep learning structuredsuitable for both children and adults
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Roshan Dance Academy
Gala No. 2, Akurli Cross Road No. 3, near Pioneer Public School, opposite ESI Hospital, Kandivali East, Mumbai 400101 · Bollywood, Zumba, Garba — all levels · ★ 4.9 (143 reviews)
Run by Roshan Sir and Rima Ma'am, Roshan Dance Academy stands out for its inclusive approach — a 50-year-old complete beginner who joined and felt at ease is among the reviewers. The duo are praised for noticing and correcting small mistakes while keeping the atmosphere warm and encouraging. The academy runs Garba workshops, Zumba sessions, and Bollywood batch classes with affordable fees.
Cost: reasonable fees mentioned
Parents love
welcoming for beginners of any age — 50-year-olds feel at easeRoshan Sir's personal attention to every studentGarba workshops and Zumba alongside Bollywoodreasonable fees
Watch out for
Venue reported as poor for events — significant background noise in recordings
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Rajeev Jha's academy is praised for Bollywood, freestyle, Garba, and sangeet choreography. Students who trained here have won dance competitions, and Rajeev Sir is described as talented in all styles. The academy regularly provides stage performance opportunities. One negative review flagged less experienced substitute teachers in demo classes — worth verifying who teaches your batch.
Cost: affordable fees mentioned
Parents love
Rajeev Jha's broad expertise — Bollywood, freestyle, Garbastage performance opportunities for studentsfun and joyful class atmospherecompetition-winning results reported
Watch out for
Demo class quality lower than expected — inexperienced instructors reportedRushing through basics — not beginner-friendly
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Vardha Studios
Raghuleela Mega Mall, Kandivali West, Mumbai 400067 · dance classes and studio space · ★ 4.9 (74 reviews)
Vardha Studios is based in Raghuleela Mega Mall with a 4.9 Google rating and 74 reviews. Its mall location offers convenient access and covered parking. The studio provides a well-equipped dance space for classes and workshops.
Parents love
convenient mall location with parkinghigh Google rating with consistent satisfaction
Feel the Dance Studio in Kandivali East has 153 Google reviews at a 4.7 rating, and is a well-established local option for Bollywood and contemporary dance. Its above-Bank of Baroda location makes it easy to identify.
Parents love
established local presence with good review volume
Watch out for
Reportedly does not accept children as students — confirm age policy before visiting
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Midass Studio
Gala No. 3, Surve Compound, Satya Nagar Road, near Panchsheel Residency, Mahavir Nagar, Kandivali West, Mumbai 400067 · dance and fitness · ★ 4.6 (130 reviews)
Midass Studio in Mahavir Nagar, Kandivali West has 130 reviews at a 4.6 rating. Located in Surve Compound near Panchsheel Residency, it serves the Mahavir Nagar residential cluster and offers dance and fitness classes.
Aco Studios in Charkop Industrial Estate has 100 reviews at a 4.4 rating. Located in a commercial/industrial complex, it provides a dance and creative space for the Charkop area.
Parents love
good access in Charkop area
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Five questions to ask before you enrol
Based on recurring patterns across Kandivali West dance reviews
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Does the academy follow a formal syllabus with graded examinations (like Gandharva Mahavidyalaya), or is it recreational learning?
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Are batches divided by age group and skill level, and what is the maximum class size?
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Do you offer sangeet or wedding choreography as a separate service, and how many sessions does it typically require?
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Is there an annual day or stage performance opportunity for students?
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What is the monthly fee structure, and are costume or exam costs additional?
Frequently asked questions
Which dance class in Kandivali West is best for classical Bharatanatyam or Kathak?
Recur's review of dance classes in Kandivali West found that Nrutyavidya — Pivot of Dance (Priyanka Shetye Lotankar, Charkop Sector 5) is the area's strongest classical institution, operating since 2006 across Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Western styles. Students describe training for 5–7 years with periodic tests and annual day performances. For Kathak specifically in Kandivali East, the academy's structured approach is well-suited for both children and adults.
Which Kandivali dance academy is best for Bollywood and beginner adult learners?
Recur's review of dance classes in Kandivali West found that Roshan Dance Academy (Roshan Sir and Rima Ma'am, Kandivali East) is the standout choice for adult beginners. A reviewer who joined at age 50 with no dance experience describes the environment as warm and disciplined, with corrections made encouragingly. Rajeev's Dance Academy (near KES College, Kandivali West) is also highly regarded for Bollywood — Rajeev Jha's breadth of styles, performance opportunities, and fun classes are repeatedly praised.
Where can I learn Garba in Kandivali?
Recur's review of dance classes in Kandivali West found that Roshan Dance Academy and Rajeev's Dance Academy both run Garba workshops — Rajeev's specifically ran a Navratri 2024 batch that reviewers praised for being affordable and beginner-friendly. For dedicated Garba training, also check RasLeela Garba Academy's branches in nearby Malad West.