Tuition & Assessment Fee Schedule
Effective July 2026
Foundation Training (Levels 1–6)
Monthly Tuition
Level |
Program |
Monthly Tuition |
1 |
Foundations |
$60 + HST |
2 |
Foundation Technique |
$60 + HST |
3 |
Fundamental Adavus |
$60 + HST |
4 |
Intermediate Adavus |
$60 + HST |
5 |
Advanced Adavus |
$60 + HST |
6 |
Pre-Margam |
$60 + HST |
Family Discount
Each additional sibling receives discounted tuition of $50 + HST per month (Levels 1–6).
Margam Training Program (Levels 7–10)
The Margam Training Program is designed for students who have successfully completed the Foundation Training levels and are preparing for advanced Bharathanatyam performance and eventual Arangetram.
Training includes:
Training includes:
- Individualized technical coaching
- Traditional Margam repertoire
- Musicality and rhythm
- Abhinaya (expression)
- Performance preparation
- Assessment preparation
- Arangetram readiness
Monthly Tuition
Level |
Program |
Monthly Tuition |
Level 7 |
Margam I – Alarippu |
$80+ HST |
Level 8 |
Margam II – Jatiswaram |
$100 + HST |
Level 9 |
Margam III - Sabdam |
$100 + HST |
Level 10 |
Margam IV - Varnam, Keerthanam, Padam, Thillana |
$100 + HST |
Private coaching for Arangetram preparation, choreography, and rehearsals may be scheduled separately and are subject to additional fees.
Private Lesson Rates
Lesson Length |
Rate |
30 minutes |
$50 + HST |
60 minutes |
$100 + HST |
Arangetram Training Program
The Arangetram Training Program is the final stage of the Arunodhaya Bharathanatyam Certification Program.
Students who have successfully completed Level 10 – Margam IV with Arunodhaya Dance Academy may be invited to begin Arangetram training. Admission to the program is by instructor recommendation and is based on the student's technical proficiency, artistic maturity, commitment, attendance, and overall readiness.
Arangetram is a significant milestone in a Bharathanatyam dancer's journey, representing years of dedicated training and the successful completion of formal classical dance education. The program provides comprehensive preparation for a full solo debut performance through advanced instruction in technique, repertoire, abhinaya, stagecraft, endurance, and performance presentation.
Each student's training program is individualized to support their unique learning journey and performance goals.
Program Fees
A personalized training plan, timeline, and fee schedule will be provided upon acceptance into the Arangetram Training Program. Fees vary depending on each student's individual training requirements and performance plans.
Admission Requirements
Students must:
Students who have successfully completed Level 10 – Margam IV with Arunodhaya Dance Academy may be invited to begin Arangetram training. Admission to the program is by instructor recommendation and is based on the student's technical proficiency, artistic maturity, commitment, attendance, and overall readiness.
Arangetram is a significant milestone in a Bharathanatyam dancer's journey, representing years of dedicated training and the successful completion of formal classical dance education. The program provides comprehensive preparation for a full solo debut performance through advanced instruction in technique, repertoire, abhinaya, stagecraft, endurance, and performance presentation.
Each student's training program is individualized to support their unique learning journey and performance goals.
Program Fees
A personalized training plan, timeline, and fee schedule will be provided upon acceptance into the Arangetram Training Program. Fees vary depending on each student's individual training requirements and performance plans.
Admission Requirements
Students must:
- Successfully complete Level 10 – Margam IV of the Arunodhaya Bharathanatyam Certification Program.
- Receive an invitation and recommendation from their instructor.
- Demonstrate consistent commitment, attendance, discipline, and artistic readiness.
- Meet all program requirements established by Arunodhaya Dance Academy.
Assessment Fees
Assessment fees are payable only after a student has been recommended by their instructor to participate in the next level assessment.
Level |
Assessment Fee |
Level 1 |
$50 + HST |
Level 2 |
$55 + HST |
Level 3 |
$60 + HST |
Level 4 |
$65 + HST |
Level 5 |
$70 + HST |
Level 6 |
$75 + HST |
Level 7 |
$100 + HST |
Level 8 |
$125 + HST |
Level 9 |
$150 + HST |
Level 10 |
$175 + HST |
Assessment Fee Includes
- Each assessment fee includes:
- Assessment administration
- Video recording and submission
- Evaluation by Smt. Suhasini Thomas (Faculty Member, Kalakshetra Foundation, Chennai)
- Official Assessment Report
- Certificate of Achievement
Level 6 Graduation Performance
The Level 6 Graduation Performance (Natya Arpanam) is a special milestone celebrating the completion of the foundational training stages of the Arunodhaya Bharathanatyam Certification Program and the student’s transition into Level 7 – Margam I.
The Graduation Performance is organized based on the number of eligible students in each graduating cohort. The format, venue, live orchestra, and production arrangements may vary depending on the size of the group and the requirements of the production.
Graduation Production Fee
A separate Graduation Production Fee applies to students participating in the Graduation Performance. This fee helps cover expenses such as professional venue rental, live Carnatic musicians, sound and lighting, photography and videography, certificates, event materials, and production administration.
The applicable fee and payment schedule will be provided in advance before participation is confirmed. Payment instalments may be available.
Students who successfully complete the Level 6 assessment requirements will receive their Level 6 Graduation Certificate and become eligible to advance to Level 7 – Margam I.
The Graduation Performance is a special celebration of this achievement and is organized separately from the Level 6 assessment.
The Graduation Performance is organized based on the number of eligible students in each graduating cohort. The format, venue, live orchestra, and production arrangements may vary depending on the size of the group and the requirements of the production.
Graduation Production Fee
A separate Graduation Production Fee applies to students participating in the Graduation Performance. This fee helps cover expenses such as professional venue rental, live Carnatic musicians, sound and lighting, photography and videography, certificates, event materials, and production administration.
The applicable fee and payment schedule will be provided in advance before participation is confirmed. Payment instalments may be available.
Students who successfully complete the Level 6 assessment requirements will receive their Level 6 Graduation Certificate and become eligible to advance to Level 7 – Margam I.
The Graduation Performance is a special celebration of this achievement and is organized separately from the Level 6 assessment.
Register for an Assessment
Students who have completed the required curriculum and have been approved by their instructor may register for the upcoming Arunodhaya Bharathanatyam Level Assessment.
Please complete the registration form below and submit the applicable assessment fee by the registration deadline.
Assessments are recorded at Arunodhaya Foundation and submitted to our external examiner for evaluation.
Complete the registration form below:
Please complete the registration form below and submit the applicable assessment fee by the registration deadline.
Assessments are recorded at Arunodhaya Foundation and submitted to our external examiner for evaluation.
Complete the registration form below: