School of
Kathak &
Interdisciplinary
Learning with
Shruti
SKILS USA
Preserving Tradition. Building Community. Connecting Cultures.
SKILS USA is a registered non-profit organisation under IRC Section 501(c)(3). It is dedicated to promoting the beauty and depth of Kathak, one of India’s most revered classical dance forms, across the United States. Through meaningful education, performance, and collaboration, we build a vibrant artistic community rooted in tradition and open to cultural exchange.
Founded by Shruti Patki, an accomplished Kathak artist with over two decades of training in the Benaras and Jaipur Gharanas, SKILS USA carries forward the mission of making authentic Kathak education accessible to students of all backgrounds and age groups.
Our Vision
Art transcends borders and unites people. SKILS USA works to:
Propagate Kathak across the USA
Offering structured classes, interactive workshops, and public performances, we enable learners from all walks of life to experience and engage deeply with Kathak.
Encourage inter-cultural dialogue
As a platform for collaboration, SKILS USA fosters interaction between artists from different traditions, promoting understanding and inclusivity through the shared language of movement.
Why Join the SKILS Community
- Learn Kathak from experienced Gurus trained in the Jaipur Gharana
- Participate in online classes adapted to your level and pace
- Attend in-person workshops and community events
- Connect with dancers and artists across disciplines
- Support the preservation of Indian classical arts in a global context
Support
Our Mission
All donations directly support programme implementation and expansion.
Your contributions currently fund
Affordable Kathak classes for students across North America.
Development of virtual learning materials.
Infrastructure for in-person training modules.
Future goals
in key cities
Organising Kathak events and festivals to build community and showcase talent