Folk Lovers Academy | Wollert, located in Melbourne, Australia, is a renowned dance school dedicated to promoting Punjabi Virsa, traditional folk dances, and folk instruments. The academy was founded in 2018 by Sukhjinder Singh Laddi, a highly skilled and certified dance teacher.
Sukhjinder Singh Laddi is a Gold medallist in folk instruments and has had the honour of performing for the Indian Council For Cultural Relations (ICCR) and Ministry Of External Affairs on multiple occasions. He has showcased his talent in various countries such as Italy, France, Hungary, Turkey, Bhutan, and many more, presenting captivating folk dances including Bhangra, Jhoomer, Malwai Giddha, and Jindua, as well as folk orchestra performances.
Sukhjinder Singh is also a renowned Algozey recordist in the Punjabi music industry, Bollywood, and Coke Studio. With his extensive experience and expertise, he provides coaching in Folk Orchestra and Folk Dance to all age groups, including international students, with branches across Melbourne in Cranbourne East, Lynbrook, Pakenham, Taylors Lakes, Keysborough, Mulgrave, and Wollert.
As an academy, Folk Lovers Academy has achieved significant recognition, winning prestigious competitions such as the Telstra Bollywood Dance competition and Australian Indian Got Talent in 2019. In addition to dance classes, they also offer Folk Instruments coaching for those interested in mastering traditional Punjabi instruments.
The academy's primary objective is to engage and unite the community through their Punjabi Virsa, while also showcasing their rich culture and heritage. They aim to bring people closer to traditional folk dances and instruments, providing a platform for individuals to learn and appreciate Punjabi music and dance traditions.
The academy offers a variety of classes in Bhangra, catered to different age groups and skill levels. These classes are held at various locations, including Cranbourne East, Pakenham, Taylors Lakes, Lynbrook, Wollert, Tarneit, Clyde North, Keysborough, and Mulgrave. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, there is a class suitable for everyone.
For senior girls interested in Bhangra, the academy offers dedicated classes every Thursday from 6pm to 7pm in Pakenham. The highly skilled Bhangra coach and academy director, Sukhjinder Singh Laddi, can be contacted at +61 431 927 863 for further information. For general inquiries and class information, you can reach out to the academy at +61 406 727 863 or contact Seema at +61 451 307 863.
Folk Lovers Academy takes great pride in their dedicated volunteers and supporters, including Mandeep Singh, Amit Sharma, Sandeep Singh, Harmanjot Singh, Balvir Singh, Jaspreet Singh, and Seema Gurwinder Kaur. They have also been blessed with the guidance and support of mentors such as Bhangra coaches Amarjit Rupana, Gurjeet Cheema, and Ajay Sharma, as well as Ustaad Ravi Kumar Ji, Ustaad Malkit Singh Ji Chappar, Ustaad Bhajan Lal Ji, and Dada Guru Dhanna Bai Ji.
For any inquiries, questions, or commendations, the academy can be contacted through the provided email address – folkloversacademy@gmail. Com. To stay up-to-date with the academy's events and activities, you can follow them on social media platforms or visit their website.