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Holistic part-time programmes in classical Indian arts, designed to unfold each student's artistic potential and nurture total personality development.

Sampada Certificate Programme

The Sampada Certificate Programme is a long-term, part-time course offered by Rukminidevi Natyakshetra Foundation for children between the ages of 7 and 9. Rooted in the belief that true artistic growth takes time, the Sampada programme is designed to unfold each student's potential gradually and holistically, nurturing not just skill, but character, discipline, and cultural depth.

Courses are offered in Bharatanatyam, Carnatic Vocal, Veena, Violin, Flute, Mrudangam, and Painting Arts, each with its own certificate title reflecting the essence of the discipline. The programme combines a main subject with carefully chosen collaborative and enrichment subjects, ensuring that every student develops a well-rounded understanding of their art form and its living tradition.

Students should join before completing 9 years of age.

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Alapadmam Certificate Programme

The Alapadmam Certificate Programme is a short-term, part-time course offered by Rukminidevi Natyakshetra Foundation for students between the ages of 10 and 12. The word Alapadmam signifies the gentle blooming of art and that is the heart of this programme. Designed for students who begin their artistic journey at a later stage, the Alapadmam programme is a warm and structured introduction to the world of classical arts.

Courses are offered in Bharatanatyam, Music, and Painting Arts. Rather than aiming for complete mastery, this programme focuses on kindling a genuine interest and love for the art form, building a foundation of skill, cultural awareness, and artistic sensibility that students can carry with them for life.

Students should join before completing 12 years of age.

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Ages 7 – 9

Long-Term Courses (Sampada)

Rukminidevi Natyakshetra Foundation offers long-term holistic part-time courses for children between 7 to 9 years of age. Students should join before they complete 9 years.

Part-Time Sampada Certificate Programme

Bharatanatyam

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Nritya Sampada

Duration: 7 years

Vocal

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Kalpitha Gana Sampada

Duration: Up to 7½ years

Veena

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Naadha Sampada

Duration: 7½ years

Violin

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Naadha Sampada

Duration: 7½ years

Flute

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Naadha Sampada

Duration: 7½ years

Mrudangam

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Naadha Sampada

Duration: 6 years

Painting

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Chitra Sampada

Duration: 5 years

Ages 10 – 12

Short-Term Courses (Alapadmam)

Short-term programmes for students between 10 to 12 years of age who are stepping into classical arts for the first time.

Part-Time Alapadmam Certificate Programme

Bharatanatyam

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Duration: 4 years

Carnatic Music / Instrumental

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Duration: 4 years

Painting Arts

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Duration: 4 years

Performance Experience

Building stage readiness step by step

At RNF, the performance experience is designed to guide students through levels gradually, helping them understand the value of performance standards. RNF integrates performance education alongside its training programs. The performance training is a comprehensive system that includes all aspects, emphasizing the importance of students participating in events and activities at RNF. These activities, subtly integrated into the program, help students grasp the nuances necessary for their performance, allowing them to progress step by step toward excellence.

Dept.	Sampada	Alapadmam
Dance	From 3rd	On 4th
Music	From 3rd	On 4th
Mrudangam / Flute / Violin / Veena	From 5th	On 4th
Painting	From 2nd	From 2nd