The Martha Graham style of dance reshaped the contemporary form and brought the art into the 20th century. The technique includes contraction and release, opposition, shift of weight and spirals. Our Modern Contemporary training revolves around the language of movement that expresses powerful emotions in the Graham technique. It is a form of communication with the audience and with oneself, every movement connecting with the mind. The training program formally training students in balancing, lifts, choreographies, history and a theoretical understanding of dance.

Classical dance classes are an excellent way to delve into the rich traditions and intricate techniques of various classical forms from the sub-continent. Our classes provide an overview of classical styles with a particular focus on Kathak.

Hip HopThe Colony introduced Hip Hop classes in 2021, and they have since become the longest-running, consistent monthly dance classes in Pakistan. These are our regular and most in-demand sessions, held every month.

Our ballet dance course provides an environment for young dancers to grow into cutting-edge artists. The Colony’s outstanding technical training and thought-provoking choreographies transform dancers into “whole artists” – those who are well-rounded, culturally aware, and fully engaged in mind, body, and spirit.

Urban movement is one of the most popular dance forms in the world that emerged from the streets. Our students learn the basics of commercial dancing and a variety of nontraditional dance genres.
Urban Movement training will cover a myriad of genres including: Hip Hop, Jazz Funk, Waacking,Vogue,Dance Hall

Starting with the 8-count steps for Ballroom Tango, instructors Saad Sheikh and Wajeeha Wasti from Sway Dance Project provide an in-depth 3-month training course in the dance form. The course covers improvisation, dominance, body language and various choreographies in both traditional and modern-day Argentine Tango.Students are welcome to showcase their progress at our monthly choreographer’s exhibition Sway With Us. Argentine Tango classes have a strict dress code – heels for women and tango shoes for men.Applicants can register in pairs or individually.