Bharatanatyam - lesson 6 - learn adavus or steps - kuditha mettu adavu

This video is to teach kuditha mettu adavu to students. kudi means jump. this adavu is done by a subtle jump on toes followed by striking of heals. when done with proper technique, this results in a graceful adavu which is very pleasing to watch. traditional learning involves 4 variations in hand movements, however, feet remain the same with only 2 beats. syllables used are - thai ha thai hi