From colourful kediyas and mirror-work chaniya cholis to Instagram-ready reels and high-energy circle dancing, Hyderabad is getting ready for a lively dandiya season. As Navratri approaches, dance studios, event spaces and convention venues across the city are turning into practice zones for beginners and seasoned dancers alike. Workshops beginning around October 7 are expected to help participants learn basic garba movements, dandiya patterns and group choreography before the city’s larger Navratri celebrations begin.
What is dandiya?
Dandiya Raas is a traditional Gujarati folk dance performed with decorated wooden sticks. Dancers move in circular formations, striking their sticks to rhythmic beats while following coordinated steps. Garba, another Navratri dance form, is generally performed with graceful hand movements and circular footwork, often around a symbolic lamp or central arrangement.
In Hyderabad, dandiya has grown beyond a community celebration. It is now a popular seasonal experience for college students, young professionals, families and social-media creators. Workshops typically teach posture, footwork, stick coordination, basic formations and short routines that participants can perform at Navratri events.
This year, Gen Z is adding its own style to the dandiya mood. Participants are pairing traditional outfits with sneakers, crop blouses, colourful jewellery, oxidised accessories and coordinated group looks. Matching outfits, transition videos, dance challenges and pre-event photoshoots are expected to be part of the experience.
Dandiya workshops and practice sessions
The following are among the publicly listed workshops and dance-learning opportunities available in and around Hyderabad from October 7, 2026. Timings and prices may change, so participants should verify availability before booking.
- Givari’s Dandiya and Garba Workshop in Sainikpuri
Givari’s, in collaboration with Creactors Space and Hyderabad Dance Studio, is bringing the fourth season of its Dandiya and Garba Workshop to Sainikpuri. Titled Taal 4.0 – Feel the Rhythm, the workshop invites participants of all ages to learn festive dance movements in a limited-batch setting.
- Workshop: Taal 4.0 – Dandiya and Garba Workshop
- Dates: October 5 to October 11, 2026.
- Time: 11 am to 1 pm.
- Venue: Sainikpuri, Hyderabad.
- Registration contact: 8121021049.
- Five-day batch: October 5 to October 9; fee ₹2,999.
- Three-day batch: October 6 to October 9; fee ₹1,999.
- Weekend special: October 10 and 11; fee ₹1,999.
The workshop offers participants an opportunity to learn the energetic footwork, rhythmic patterns and coordinated movements associated with garba and dandiya. With morning sessions from 11 am to 1 pm, it is suitable for children, teenagers, adults and families looking to prepare for Navratri celebrations.
- Her Circle Hyd’s Garba Workshop in Hyderabad
Her Circle Hyd is bringing a lively garba workshop to Hyderabad for those looking to learn festive dance moves ahead of the Navratri celebrations. The session is suitable for beginners, solo participants and friends who want to spend a Sunday morning learning garba together.
- Workshop: Hyderabad Garba Workshop.
- Organiser: Her Circle Hyd.
- Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026.
- Time: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
- Venue: Weave Studio, Khajaguda Hills.
- Instructor: Rema Ramesh.
- Solo ticket: ₹799 per person.
- Bring-a-friend offer: ₹699 per person when two friends register together.
- Registration contact: 6303682012.
The two-hour session will introduce participants to garba’s rhythmic footwork, hand movements and group-dance energy. It is a good option for those who want to familiarise themselves with the basics before attending Hyderabad’s larger Navratri and dandiya celebrations.
Hyderabad dandiya workshops 2026
- Beginner-Friendly Garba Class in Himayath Nagar
Looking to learn garba before the Navratri celebrations begin? This beginner-friendly class in Hyderabad offers participants an opportunity to learn the basics of the vibrant Gujarati folk dance in a fun and welcoming environment.
- Date: October 10, 2026.
- Time: 4 pm to 7 pm IST.
- Venue: Aniketh’s Dance Art Institute, Himayath Nagar.
- Instructor: Priyanka.
- Fee: ₹300 per person.
- Level: Beginner-friendly.
- Garba Masterclass by Prashanth in Himayath Nagar
Dance enthusiasts in Hyderabad can prepare for the Navratri season with a special garba masterclass by dancer and choreographer Prashanth. The workshop is designed to help participants learn the fundamentals of garba while improving their rhythm, coordination and confidence on the dance floor.
- Workshop: Garba Masterclass.
- Fee: 499/-
- Instructor: Prashanth. (Professional Garba Dancer)
- Dates: October 4 to October 10, 2026.
- Venue: Himayath Nagar, Hyderabad.
- Level: Open to beginners and dance enthusiasts.
- Focus: Garba steps, footwork, rhythm, hand movements and group formations.
- Contact : 9573558963
The week-long masterclass offers learners an opportunity to practise consistently before Hyderabad’s Navratri and dandiya celebrations. Unlike a single-day session, the extended format allows participants to gradually build familiarity with garba movements and learn coordinated routines. The class is especially suited to first-time learners, college students, young professionals and anyone hoping to join a garba circle with confidence this Navratri.
The Hyderabad dandiya mood
The workshops are likely to be the first step before larger events such as Hyderabad’s Biggest Dandiya Mahotsav, Dandiya Nights and other Navratri celebrations scheduled from October 10 onwards. Public listings show event prices ranging from budget tickets to premium passes, making dandiya accessible to both casual participants and nightlife audiences.
