November 2010
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Great Workout DVD
“I had purchased Bangra Beats a year ago since then I have been using it every now and then. It is really enerzining and sweats a lot!! Guess what I never danced before in my life and this DVD was really helpful for me to learn the steps.”
October 2010
2 posts
“I’m currently practicing Bhangra with your DVD, “Bhangra Beats Round...”
– Daman Singh
September 2010
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“I received Bhangra Beats a few days ago, and my whole family enjoyed it. I hope...”
– Mahendra
August 2010
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July 2010
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10 Reasons to Dance
Fitness research is in your favor if you like to dance. Don those dancing shoes and take to the floor.
By Eve Glicksman
Rhumba or sit-ups? A fox trot or the treadmill? Fitness research is in your favor if you like to dance. Studies have shown that dancing can provide many of the same health benefits as aerobic exercises like biking or swimming. And many find that it’s easier to motivate...
June 2010
2 posts
Seema & Heath's Wedding
Congratulations to Seema and Heath! What a great couple and what an awesome wedding. Thanks for inviting me out to Boston to dance on your special day.
Amazon Review
You have to get this DVD if you seriously want to learn the Bhangra moves accurately. Not for beginners though, very intense workout, you WILL be sore if you don’t do the warm ups AND cool-down (I speak from experience :D). Also, you are better prepared for this DVD if you’ve been already dancing with other DVDs (or other form of long workouts) and you got your stamina up…If...
May 2010
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“decided to buy your dvd after I read the article!you need to come and teach in...”
– Dance Instructor
March 2010
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February 2010
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“I love this DVD! I have been a belly dancer for many years, and wanted to learn...”
– Amazon Review
December 2009
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November 2009
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“Jay just ordered Bhangra Beats DVD and I’m loving it!! Keep dancing...”
– A Fan
October 2009
3 posts
“Bhangra Beats is so much fun! My 12 year old daughter likes it, too. We...”
– Suzanne Masterson
September 2009
4 posts
Magazine Pictures!
Everyone, please note that we will be taking pictures for a new major national magazine article at the 9/27 Bhangra Beats workshop, so be sure to make this event and come dressed to impress!
Bhangra Beats Workshop - NetSAP discount →
If you are NetSAP member, use this link to register for a discounted price.
Bhangra Beats Workshop on Sept. 27th
I will be holding a Bhangra Beats workshop on Sunday September 27th at Flashpoint: Coors Dance Studio (916 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001) from 1PM-3PM. This class will focus more on learning some cool Pop-Bhangra moves, including a few new ones I’ve come up with recently. So even if you’ve attended a previous Bhangra Beats workshop, you will be sure to learn something new. Please...
“…Bhangra Beats is much more intense. If initially the workout seem too...”
– Dhiraj Bhattacharya - Amazon.com
August 2009
2 posts
If you’re a busy mom that uses Bhangra Beats for exercise please contact me asap at jay@bhangrabeats.org as we have a great media opportunity for you.
Asian Festival DC
I’ll be performing a Bhangra dance with SAPAN at the Asian Festival in Reston, VA on Saturday August 1st at 5PM. You can find details at www.asianfestivaldc.com
July 2009
3 posts
Capital Fringe Festival in DC
I will be performing with the SAPAN Institute at the Capital Fringe Festival (http://www.capfringe.org/) in DC. See below for more details.
Cirque Dú SAPAN: A Showcase Of South Asian Performing Arts* Be enchanted by the performing arts of ancient South Asia. Engross yourself in the contagious phenomenon of modern Bollywood. Experience the fusion of South Asian diasporic culture. Cirque Dú SAPAN...
June 2009
2 posts
“I only found this DVD thrift shopping with my dad, and I noticed results after...”
– Ana
Artomatic - Bhangra Beats Demo
I will be doing a Bhangra Beats demo this Saturday 6/6 at 6PM at the Artomatic showcase in Washington DC. There should be a great crowd and lots of other fun things going on so come check it out. See the Artomatic website for more details: http://www.artomatic.org, including location.
May 2009
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An Improbable Meeting
Sorry for not updating in a few weeks. I’ve had to go to 4 different weddings in 4 different states the last 2 weekends. However, at the last Sangeet I attended, I ran into Rani from Mississippi (who won a copy of the Bhangra Beats DVD during my Jus Punjabi interview). Who would have thought?? Having only spoken to her over the phone , it was great meeting Rani and her 2 daughters in person,...
April 2009
12 posts
“All we are talking about today is how much we loved our class last night!!”
– Natalie from SELF Magazine
Bhangra Beats Tuesday/Thursday class starts 4/28
The twice a week 30 minute Bhangra Beats class starts tomorrow in Gallery Place (Metro accessible). For those of you who are looking to get in a quick, yet effective, workout during the work week, this is the perfect class for you. Please contact me if you are interested in joining the class as space is limited.
SELF Magazine experiences Bhangra Beats!
Self Magazine’s Fitness Director and her team came to check out a Bhangra Beats class and here is what they had to say.
http://www.self.com/fitness/blogs/freshfitnesstips/2009/04/the-slumdog-slimdown.html
DC Classes
Here is a recent e-mail I received from Anisha, “I just wanted to say thank you for being in the DC area so much, and I hope you continue to give classes here because I really want to take some in the near future! I have schedule conflicts for some of your upcoming classes, so I can’t take them, but I do plan to get some friends together and attend future ones that you’ll...
Free Bhangra Beats class in NYC on 4/21
For anyone in NYC I will be doing a free class for some reporters from SELF magazine on Tuesday 4/21 from 6:30 - 7:30PM at THE 5 POINTS ACADEMY on 277 Canal Street. Come check it out if you’re around.
Free Bhangra Beats demo at the SAPAN Mela
Hey Guys, I will now be doing a free Bhangra Beats demo at the SAPAN Mela tomorrow 4/18. I will also be performing in a Bhangra dance that includes live Beatbox and Tabla. It’s pretty cool so check out details of the event below if you are interested.
The South Asian Performing Arts Network and Institute (“The SAPAN Institute”) proudly presents its first annual… ...
Bhangra Beats is now on Twitter
For all you Twitter fans, you can now follow Bhangra Beats on Twitter: @bhangrabeats
SAPAN Mela
I will be performing this Saturday 4/18 at the SAPAN Mela in Washington DC. It will be a fun event so please try and make it if you can. Details for the event can be found here: http://sapanarts.org/events.php
Thanks for everyone who made it out to today’s Bhangra Beats workshop in conjunction with NetSAP. I had a great time dancing with you guys! See you at the next Bhangra Beats class.
Bhangra Beats Workshop in DC this Sunday
There is still some space available in this Sunday’s Bhangra Beats workshop with NetSAP. So sign up soon! http://www.netsap.org/netsapdc/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=117:april-bhangra-beats-class-with-jay-patel-april-5&catid=35:eventsss&Itemid=67
Jus Punjabi interview in NYC
I got to go up to NYC yesterday to do a live interview with Jus Punjabi. I had a great time showcasing some Bhangra Beats moves and taking calls with the host Anjana. Thanks to those who called in for all their kind words, and thanks to Jus Punjabi for the opportunity & hospitality. It definitely helps make all this hard work well worth it. Video of the interview will be up soon.
March 2009
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Bhangra Beats Workshop with NetSAP
I will be hosting a Bhangra Beats class with NetSAP in Washington DC (near the Verizon Center) on April 5th. Register here if you want to learn some fun new moves: https://www.memberconnections.com/olc/pub/LVNI/events/event_order.cgi?tmpl=events&event=2224945
Bhangra Beats Workshop with NetSAP →
Cherry Blossom Performance
I will be performing at Opening Day of the Cherry Blossom Festival in DC, this Saturday (March 28th, 2009) at 1:30 PM with the SAPAN (South Asian Performing Arts Network) Institute’s Performance Company. Come check it out at the Tidal Basin Stage at the Jefferson Memorial.
January 2009
2 posts
more positive feedback :)
“this is really good, love the moves.”