From what age can my child start?

From 5 for the introductory dance, Carnatic vocal, guitar and keyboard groups. Veena starts at 10, and higher dance levels open at 7+, 8+, 10+, 12+ and 14+.

How much are the classes?

The website lists fees for each course level, but the tables are undated, so call 055 260 8634 for current fees.

Can my child try a class first?

Yes. The academy invites children to a trial class. Call 055 260 8634 to book, and ask whether the trial is free.

Where are the branches?

This branch is Office 203E, Ibn Battuta Gates, 2nd floor, Sheikh Zayed Road, near Ibn Battuta Metro. The other branch is Studio 211, Hamsah-A Building, Block A, in Al Karama. Ask which classes run at each.

When are classes held?

Class times are not published, so ask the provider.

Antara Entertainments — Indian classical dance and music for kids

MusicMusic LessonsDanceGuitar

Checked Sept 2026Details checked September 2026

Jebel Ali

Ages5+years and up
Where2 branchesJebel Ali, Al KaramaSee on the map
Not publishedAskPrices and times

Antara is an Indian classical dance and music academy in Dubai, launched in December 2014 by Mr and Mrs Eswar, with dance students training under Guru Vimmi B Eswar. It teaches Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam dance, Carnatic vocal, veena, violin, guitar and keyboard, and its Instagram also lists Mohiniyattam. This listing is its Antara Entertainments branch at Ibn Battuta Gates, near Ibn Battuta Metro; the academy's other branch is in Al Karama, and some course pages name Karama, so ask which classes run here. Courses run in levels, and the youngest start at 5 in the introductory dance, Carnatic vocal, guitar and keyboard groups. The academy says sessions pay close attention to posture and form, involve choreography, and that students get timely feedback on their progress. Students from both branches performed Bharatanatyam at Bhawa's Natyanjali in Jumeirah Park in September 2026. Suited to families who want a structured, level-by-level start in Indian classical arts.

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The activity

Dance, explained

Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi are classical Indian dance forms. Children learn precise footwork, hand gestures (mudras), facial expression and storytelling through movement, which builds discipline, rhythm, posture and confidence on stage. Carnatic vocal music is the classical singing tradition of South India, taught through scales, rhythm and songs, and often learned alongside instruments such as the veena. Both are usually learned step by step over several years, moving up through levels, with students working towards stage performances. Many academies take complete beginners, with introductory dance and singing levels commonly starting around age five.

Who it's for

Children from 5. The website's course tables start Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi with a Level 1 introductory group from 5, then Intermediate A and B from 7+, Level 2 from 8+, Level 3 from 10+, Level 4 from 12+ and Level 5 from 14+. Carnatic vocal starts at 5, veena at 10, and guitar and keyboard Level 1 at 5+. One-to-one lessons are also listed. Ask which levels run at the Ibn Battuta branch.

What to expect

Start with a trial: a 2026 post from the academy invites children to a trial class at their nearest branch, so call 055 260 8634 to arrange one and ask whether the trial is free. Beginners join an introductory group and move up level by level. The academy says sessions are interactive and pay close attention to posture and form, classes involve choreography, and students are assessed and given feedback as they progress. Students also take to the stage, as at Bhawa's Natyanjali in September 2026. Class times, group sizes and what to wear are not published, so ask the provider, and check which classes run at Ibn Battuta.

Highlights

Kuchipudi, Bharatanatyam, Carnatic vocal, veena, violin, guitar and keyboard (instagram.com/antara_institution)
Dance, Carnatic vocal, guitar and keyboard from age 5, veena from 10; dance levels up to 14+ (antaraedu.com)
Trial class for children; ask whether it is free (instagram.com/antara_institution)
Students from Ibn Battuta and Karama performed at Bhawa's Natyanjali, September 2026 (instagram.com/antara_institution)
Dance students train under Guru Vimmi B Eswar (instagram.com/antara_institution)
5.0 on Google from 26 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Antara Entertainments has 5.0 on Google from 26 reviews. Parent testimonials on the academy's website mention their children's progress, the keen interest Ms Vimmi takes in every child, her dedication, and the care taken to explain the details of each art form.

The facts

Ages: From 5 (introductory dance, Carnatic vocal, guitar, keyboard); veena from 10; dance levels up to 14+ (antaraedu.com)
Prices: Fee tables on the website are undated - ask the provider for current fees (antaraedu.com)
Schedule: Class times not published - ask the provider
Trial: Trial class for children; ask whether it is free
Where: Office 203E, Ibn Battuta Gates, 2nd floor, Sheikh Zayed Rd, near Ibn Battuta Metro, Jebel Ali Village (this branch) · Studio 211, Hamsah-A Building, Block A, Al Karama
How to book: antaraedu.com/contact · +971 55 260 8634

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Some course pages name Karama, so ask which classes run at the Ibn Battuta branch (antaraedu.com)
The website's fee tables are undated, so ask for current fees before you enrol (antaraedu.com)
The admission fee is waived for enrolments from 1 to 31 October 2026, a limited-period offer; ask what applies when you enrol (instagram.com/antara_institution)
Women-owned business (Google listing)