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Traditional Dance Experience from Panadura

Guided 3-hour class covering Kandyan, Southern Plains and Sabaragamuwa dance styles, drum rhythms, snacks

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 3 hours

This tour gives you the opportunity to learn three traditional Sinhalese dance styles, taught by an experienced dance instructor. As you move through the session you'll explore Kandyan dance with its sharp, exacting movements, the Southern Plains style with slower, more exaggerated gestures, and the Sabaragamuwa tradition, which uses more flexible and active movements. The instructor will demonstrate each style and guide you through the core steps so you can feel how the techniques differ.

You will also try your talents at the drum and learn three different dance rhythms that accompany the movements. Along the way the instructor will help you connect the beats with the steps, so you can sense the relationship between rhythm and movement. The session finishes with snacks and refreshments, giving you a relaxed moment to rest and reflect on what you’ve practised.

Why Visit

  • Experienced Sinhalese dance instructor guiding hands-on lessons
  • Three traditional Sinhalese dance styles Kandyan Southern Plains Sabaragamuwa
  • Three distinct drum rhythms taught alongside dance instruction
  • Light snacks and refreshments included after the session

What's included

  • 3 drum rhythms
  • 3 dance styles
  • Experienced dance instructor
  • All taxes and fees

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and beverages
    • Gratuities
    • Expenses of personal nature

    Accessibility

    • Public transit links nearby

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    Panadura, Panadura
    Pick up you from Panadura Private Bus Stand

    End point

    Panadura, Panadura

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