BHANGRA EMPIRE ACADEMY OF STARS
An investment into the future of our youth, community, and culture.
OUR VISION
Bhangra Empire's Academy of Stars is geared towards students that have the passion and dedication to take their Bhangra skills to the next level. Our kids program is for students between the ages of 7 and 17 and adult program is ages 18 and up. Though auditions are open to all experience levels, we highly recommend completing our Beginner and Intermediate classes before auditioning.
OUR GOAL
Our goal is to provide a structured year-round option for students that want to improve as Bhangra dancers and performers. Through a combination of class sessions, bootcamps, and workshops, we are focused on preparing students with the tools necessary to further expand their Bhangra careers as well as provide exciting performance opportunities.
Little Stars (Coed)
Ages 8 to 11
Rising Stars (Coed)
Ages 12 to 14
All-Stars (Coed)
Ages 15 to 17
Gabroo Stars (Boys)
Ages 11 to 17
Sparkling Stars (Girls)
Ages 7 to 9
Shooting Stars (Girls)
Ages 12 to 14
Shining Stars (Girls)
Ages 15 to 17
Royal Stars (Coed)
Ages 18 and up
2025 - 2026 ACADEMY TEAMS
Sparkling Stars - Grades 2 to 4 (All Girls)
Shooting Stars - Grades 6 to 9 (All Girls)
Shining Stars - Grades 10 to 12 (All Girls)
Little Stars - Grades 3 to 6 (Coed)
Rising Stars - Grades 7 to 9 (Coed)
All-Stars - Grades 10 to 12 (Coed)
Gabroo Stars - Grades 6 to 10 (All Boys)
Royal Stars - Ages 18+ (Coed)
New: San Jose Kids Academy Team - Grades 5-11 (Coed)
New: San Jose Adults Academy Team - Ages 18+ (Coed)
Please note: We do not have auditions for specific teams, we will place people on teams based on experience, skill level, age, and location
ACADEMY REQUIREMENTS
2025-2026 ACADEMY AUDITIONS
Academy classes will be held once a week for 90 minutes each on Sundays at Empire Studio in Pleasanton. All academy students must be residents of the Bay Area, California. Academy auditions are only open once a year. Students that join are expected to attend all sessions during the 2025-2026 year (August 2025 to June 2026).
Our academy teams require a level of commitment much greater than our normal classes. Below are a list of the high-level requirements students would need to adhere to:
- Perform at all 3 Dance-Offs during the year (dates for the entire year will be provided by end of July)
- Attend all classes punctually
- Practice consistently outside of class
- Practice multiple times a week as we get closer to the performance
- Submit weekly practice videos of the routine you have learned
ACADEMY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP
Tuesday July 8th - 8PM to 9:30PM @Empire Studio (Ages 7-17)
Wednesday July 9th - 8PM to 9:30PM @Empire Studio (Ages 18 and up)
This is a workshop taught by Bhangra Empire founders and past academy coaches and intended to prepare you for auditions. It is not mandatory, however we will be going through all the different types of footwork that you will be required to know for your audition. We highly recommend people that are interested in joining our academy to attend. Tickets are available at the link below. Please note that we have limited space for this workshop so get your tickets before they sell out:
FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW
Please fill out the form below with the necessary information to let us know a little bit more about yourself as well as your experience in Bhangra and Dance. This is also where you will choose the session you will be auditioning at. Please note that we have a limited amount of space in the studio so the audition times will be on a first come first serve basis. You MUST audition in person at one of the times below to be considered for one of the teams.
Empire Studio
5684 Stoneridge Dr STE B
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Academy Auditions
Audition Session 1 - Tuesday July 1st, 2025 from 8PM to 10PM (Ages 7-17)
Audition Session 2 - Thursday July 10th, 2025 from 8PM to 10PM (Ages 7-17)
Audition Session 3 - Sunday July 13th, 2025 from 1PM to 3PM (Ages 7-17)
Audition Session 4 - Sunday July 13th, 2025 from 3PM to 5PM (Ages 7-17)
Audition Session 5 - Sunday July 13th, 2025 from 5PM to 7PM (Adults Only)
We will be accepting a limited amount of students. We will be sending results via email by the end of July. Please follow the steps below to reserve your audition spot:
Note: If you have any trouble filling the form out or submitting it, please screenshot the form and email it to info@bhangraclasses.com and we will reserve your spot and send a confirmation email. Thanks!
WHAT TO EXPECT AT AUDITIONS
The audition process will be 2 hours long. We will teach a 45-60 second routine to everybody in the first hour and you will audition in the second hour in groups of 2-4. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water to stay hydrated.
WHEN TO EXPECT RESULTS
Audition results will be made available by the end of July