RVD Academy

RVD Academy is a dance studio in Canton, MI, located at 4235 Canton Ctr Rd. It holds a 5.00 rating based on customer reviews. Founded in 2018, RVD Academy, or Raakhe Virse De, meaning "protectors of culture," grew from a small competitive team started in 2012 to over four teams. Leadership includes Jagga Sohol, Monick Mehta, Banti Bhullar, and Sunny Aheer. The academy operates five locations in Canton, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Grand Rapids, and Naperville, Illinois.

The studio offers regular Bhangra classes for all ages, with over eight sections for students from three years old to adults. Programs include beginner and advanced Bhangra classes, online virtual instruction, and adults couples classes. Specialized offerings feature Giddha classes for women, Dhol classes for Punjabi drumming, and fitness Bhangra classes that use a professional JBL sound system, colored lighting, and a live Dholi. Additional sessions include ladies-only cardio classes and kids Bhangra classes.

RVD Academy’s premier junior high school team has earned first-place awards at the Buckeye Mela, Bhangra in the Swamp 2026, and Richmond Mela. Students have won titles such as Best Jodi, Best Dancer, and Best Mix. In 2024, the academy performed with Diljit Dosanjh and hosted over 20 events. Contact information for Canton and Lansing is (734)-788-1667 or (734)-507-9200. Grand Rapids can be reached at (616)-438-1439, and Naperville at (734) 386-6438. Inquiries can also be sent to [email protected].

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