Our Esteemed Kathak Gurus
Masters preserving and advancing the art of Kathak through generations
Guru Vaishali Palsule-Dhongade
M.A. in Kathak from Lalit Kala Kendra
Nritya Visharad from Gandharva Mahavidyalaya
Trained across three major Gharanas
Rajashree Dhongade
UGC-NET qualified with 95% score
M.A. in Kathak from Pune University
Visharad & Nrityalankar with 1st Rank
Excellence ThroughTradition
Discover what makes Sanchay the premier choice for authentic Kathak education
Comprehensive Gharana Training
Master all three major Kathak traditions with authentic lineage
Scholarly Approach
Academic excellence combined with practical mastery
International Exposure
Students perform globally and win prestigious awards
Music Integration
Training in Tabla, Harmonium, and Violin alongside dance
Prestigious Affiliations
Dr. D.Y. Patil College, ABGMV, Tilak Maharashtra partnerships
Proven Track Record
30+ Nritya Visharad graduates, international winners
Multiple Locations
Convenient branches across Pimpri-Chinchwad region
Legacy of Excellence
35+ years of nurturing talent and preserving culture
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Moments CapturedIn Grace & Excellence
A visual celebration of our performances, training sessions, and cultural expressions
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Awards That SpeakOur Excellence
Celebrating decades of excellence, recognition, and cultural preservation
Academy Achievements
- First Kathak Academy in Pimpri-Chinchwad (1990)
- 30+ Nritya Visharad graduates
- Students winning international competitions
- Featured at prestigious platforms like Asha Bhosale Puraskar
Founder's Accolades
- Adarsh Nrutya Shikshak Puraskar (2008)
- Sangeet Kalopasak Puraskar (2016)
- Kala Rang Puraskar (2018)
- Featured on Doordarshan and major festivals
Media Coverage & Recognition
Featured in news and cultural platforms
Cultural Recognition Award
Prestigious honor for cultural preservation
International Performance
Global stage recognition
Excellence in Arts Award
Outstanding contribution to dance
Media Coverage Feature
National television highlight
Traditional Festival Performance
Cultural celebration showcase
Achievement Recognition
Distinguished service award
Student Success Story
Competition victory celebration
✨Notable Achievements
Transforming Passion Into Excellence
Hear from our students who have excelled in Kathak and beyond
Sanchay Kathak transformed my understanding of classical dance. The personalized attention helped me win the national championship!
Priya Sharma
National Kathak Champion 2023
From local stages to international festivals, Sanchay Kathak gave me the confidence and skills to represent our culture globally.
Rohan Deshpande
International Performer
The academy's holistic approach helped me complete my Visharad while maintaining academic excellence. Truly life-changing!
Ananya Patel
Kathak Visharad Graduate
Thanks to Sanchay Kathak, I've performed in 5 countries and became a cultural ambassador for Indian classical arts.
Neha Joshi
Cultural Ambassador