Dance is Ishita’s first love. Since her childhood, she has been practicing classical dance. Deeply passionate about classical dance, Ishita is now living her dream of sharing her knowledge and hard earned moves, to her students who love dancing and serious about taking the Classical Dance form to the next level.
Full Name: Ishita Ray
Category: Classical Dance
Experience: 7+ years
Occupation: Dance Trainer
Location: Bangalore
Our heartiest congratulations to Ishita!
Here is an excerpt of the interview with Ishita:
Q1. When and how you started as a Classical Dance Trainer?
Ans. My journey in the world of dance began at a very young age with the inspiration of my parents. With each passing day, I started to get more and more immersed in the essence and beauty of dance but even then I never thought this passion of mine could ever become my profession. Life had something else planned for me, I was blessed to receive tutelage from Guru Nandini Ghosal and fell in love with the beautiful Odissi classical dance form. While learning from her, I realized for the first time that my passion has became an integral part of my life, and I would miss LIFE itself if I chose not to pursue it further.
I started teaching classical dance while I was doing my Master’s in Odissi classical dance from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata. Dance for me is more than a profession, it’s a devotion, a sanctuary for inner peace & happiness. And I love to impart this beautiful art form to my students through my work, my teaching.
Q2. What skills are required to become a Classical Dance Trainer?
Ans. I feel discipline, dedication, devotion and patience are the foremost skills or qualities needed to be a classical dance trainer.
A good classical dance trainer should be able to inspire and motivate students. Instill confidence in them and through dance impart them valuable lessons of life as well.
Q3. What do you think makes you stand out from other Classical Dance Trainers on UrbanPro.com?
Ans. I would say my patience and devotion in teaching classical dance to my students. And the kind of positive feedback I have received from my students.
Q4. How you came across UrbanPro.com?
Ans. My husband’s friend suggested about UrbanPro.com, which I found really helpful.
Q5. What was the turning point in your career?
Ans. I feel the turning point in my career was getting appointed as Dance Teacher in St. Xavier’s School, a renowned academic institution in South Bangalore.
Q6. How UrbanPro.com platform helped you to expand your Classical Dance Classes?
Ans. Right from the day I created my profile in UrbanPro, it has helped me immensely in expanding my dance classes. I have been fortunate enough to have amazing students who got in touch with me through UrbanPro. Students not only go through my profile but also do contact me or leave their number for me to call them back after viewing my profile on UrbanPro.com. The 100% positive feedback from my students also helped me get more positive enquiries. I really thank UrbanPro for helping me to live my passion to the fullest.
Q7. What percentage of your work comes from UrbanPro?
Ans. On a daily basis, I receive a minimum of 2 to 3 enquiries and a lot of my current students have got in touch with me through UrbanPro.com.
About the trainer: Ishita Ray is a commendable Classical Dancer, who teaches each and every student with great care and devotion. Highly talented and an excellent Classical Dance Trainer, Ishita makes learning dance possible for anyone who is determined to learn and practice regularly. Supportive and strict, she ensures her students learn every dance move perfectly. Ishita is known for her ability to keep her students motivated. She holds a Master’s degree in Arts from Rabindra Bharati University.
