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Z4 Dancing Network is a dance and fitness academy based in Kolkata, India, founded and led by renowned dancer and choreographer Swapan Ray. The academy offers a wide range of Western and Eastern dance styles, along with fitness and creative programs for students of all age groups, from preschool children to adults and professionals.
'''Z4 Dancing Network''' is a dance and fitness academy based in Kolkata, India, founded and led by renowned dancer and choreographer '''Swapan Ray'''. The academy offers a wide range of Western and Eastern dance styles, along with fitness and creative programs for students of all age groups, from preschool children to adults and professionals.


==Overview==
==Overview==
Z4 Dancing Network was established with the vision of creating a holistic platform for dance, fitness, and creative expression. The academy emphasizes quality dance education, individual attention, and scientifically designed programs tailored to different age groups and skill levels.
Z4 Dancing Network was established with the vision of creating a holistic platform for dance, fitness, and creative expression. The academy emphasizes quality dance education, individual attention, and scientifically designed programs tailored to different age groups and skill levels.


The academy’s philosophy is summarized by its popular tagline:
The academy’s philosophy is summarized by its popular tagline:
''“If it’s dance you are thinking, it’s Z4 you are thinking.”''
“If it’s dance you are thinking, it’s Z4 you are thinking.”


==Dance & Fitness Programs==
==Dance & Fitness Programs==
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===Western Dance Forms===
===Western Dance Forms===
* Salsa
* Salsa
* Cha-Cha
* Cha-Cha
* Tango
* Tango
* Jive
* Jive
* Mambo
* Mambo
* Rumba
* Rumba
* Bachata
* Bachata
* Samba
* Samba
* Lambada
* Lambada
* Merengue
* Merengue
* Foxtrot
* Foxtrot
* Waltz
* Waltz
* Bollywood
* Hip-Hop
* Contemporary
* Afro-Jazz


===Indian & Eastern Dance Forms===
===Indian & Eastern Dance Forms===
* Bharatanatyam
* Bharatanatyam
* Kathak
* Kathak
* Odissi
* Odissi
* Folk dance
* Folk dance


===Fitness & Creative Programs===
===Fitness & Creative Programs===
* Zumba
* Zumba
* Yoga
* Yoga
* Karate
* Karate
* Painting & Art classes
* Painting & Art classes


The academy blends high-energy Western dance techniques with the grace and expressive nuances of Indian classical and folk dance forms.
The academy blends high-energy Western dance techniques with the grace and expressive nuances of Indian classical and folk dance forms.
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Z4 Dancing Network believes dance is not just an art form but a powerful medium for physical fitness, emotional expression, and personal development. Programs are designed to enhance:
Z4 Dancing Network believes dance is not just an art form but a powerful medium for physical fitness, emotional expression, and personal development. Programs are designed to enhance:


* Self-confidence
* Self-confidence
* Focus and discipline
* Focus and discipline
* Motor skills and coordination
* Motor skills and coordination
* Creativity and musicality
* Creativity and musicality
* Teamwork and leadership
* Teamwork and leadership
* Posture, poise, and overall fitness
* Posture, poise, and overall fitness


Research-backed methodologies are used, especially in programs for children, where dance education also supports academic performance and cognitive development.
Research-backed methodologies are used, especially in programs for children, where dance education also supports academic performance and cognitive development.


==Founder and Leadership==
==Founder and Leadership==
The academy was founded by '''Swapan Ray''', an internationally recognized dancer and mentor.
The academy was founded by Swapan Ray, an internationally recognized dancer and mentor.


Swapan Ray is a Guinness Book of World Records holder for dancing non-stop for 75 hours with different beats. He is also the winner of the All India Latin American Dance Championship. His work and achievements have been featured by global and national media organizations, including:
Swapan Ray is a Guinness Book of World Records holder for dancing non-stop for 75 hours with different beats. He is also the winner of the All India Latin American Dance Championship. His work and achievements have been featured by global and national media organizations, including:


* BBC News
* BBC News
* CNN
* CNN
* Star News
* Star News
* Zee News
* Zee News
* India Today
* India Today
* The Telegraph
* The Telegraph
* The Times of India
* The Times of India
* Hindustan Times
* Hindustan Times


Under his mentorship, Z4 has grown into a respected name in the Indian dance education ecosystem.
===Awards and Honors===
Swapan Ray has received several national and international honors for his contributions to dance, fitness, and performing arts education. These include the Rising Leadership in India Award, Global Education Excellence Award for Performing Arts, International Achievement Award, Rashtriya Pratibha Award, World Signature Award for Best Branding in Performing Arts, and the Atal Behari Vajpayee Excellence Award for Dance and Fitness.


==Faculty and Collaborations==
==Faculty and Collaborations==
Notable artists associated with Z4 Dancing Network include '''Meghmala Aichroy''', a Gold Medalist in Kathak, who conducts classical dance classes across multiple Z4 branches. She has received numerous awards across India for her contribution to Indian classical dance.
The academy also collaborates with internationally recognized faculty members specializing in Western, Eastern, and Indian classical dance forms. The teaching team includes Gold Medalists in Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Odissi, many of whom have received multiple awards in India and abroad for their contributions to the performing arts.


==Branches and Expansion==
==Branches and Expansion==
Z4 Dancing Network operates across several locations in and around Kolkata, including:
Z4 Dancing Network operates across several locations in and around Kolkata, including:
* Kasba
* Gariahat
* Bhowanipore
* Park Street
* Kalikapur
* Santoshpur
* Highland Park
* Southern Avenue
* New Town (two locations)
* Rajarhat
* Barasat
* Kankurgachi
* Girish Park
* Dum Dum Cantonment
* Dum Dum Nagerbazar
* Salt Lake
* IIM Joka
* Siliguri


* Gariahat 
Upcoming branches are planned in Nepal and Tripura as part of the academy’s regional expansion initiatives.
* Bhowanipore 
* New Alipore 
* Highland Park 
* Ashok Tower 
* Salt Lake 


The academy also conducts regular classes at IIM Joka and in Siliguri. New branches are planned or under development in:
==New Ventures==
Z4 Dancing Network is developing a dance-based reality show for release on an OTT platform, with plans to launch from January 2026.


* Esplanade 
The academy is also preparing a large-scale Zumba initiative aimed at creating a new Guinness World Records achievement through mass participation.
* Kankurgachi 
* Rajarhat 
* Howrah 
* Behala 
* Girish Park 


==Vision==
==Vision==

Latest revision as of 16:40, 2 January 2026

Z4 Dancing Network is a dance and fitness academy based in Kolkata, India, founded and led by renowned dancer and choreographer Swapan Ray. The academy offers a wide range of Western and Eastern dance styles, along with fitness and creative programs for students of all age groups, from preschool children to adults and professionals.

Overview

Z4 Dancing Network was established with the vision of creating a holistic platform for dance, fitness, and creative expression. The academy emphasizes quality dance education, individual attention, and scientifically designed programs tailored to different age groups and skill levels.

The academy’s philosophy is summarized by its popular tagline: “If it’s dance you are thinking, it’s Z4 you are thinking.”

Dance & Fitness Programs

Z4 Dancing Network conducts training in a wide variety of disciplines, including:

Western Dance Forms

  • Salsa
  • Cha-Cha
  • Tango
  • Jive
  • Mambo
  • Rumba
  • Bachata
  • Samba
  • Lambada
  • Merengue
  • Foxtrot
  • Waltz
  • Bollywood
  • Hip-Hop
  • Contemporary
  • Afro-Jazz

Indian & Eastern Dance Forms

  • Bharatanatyam
  • Kathak
  • Odissi
  • Folk dance

Fitness & Creative Programs

  • Zumba
  • Yoga
  • Karate
  • Painting & Art classes

The academy blends high-energy Western dance techniques with the grace and expressive nuances of Indian classical and folk dance forms.

Teaching Approach

Z4 Dancing Network believes dance is not just an art form but a powerful medium for physical fitness, emotional expression, and personal development. Programs are designed to enhance:

  • Self-confidence
  • Focus and discipline
  • Motor skills and coordination
  • Creativity and musicality
  • Teamwork and leadership
  • Posture, poise, and overall fitness

Research-backed methodologies are used, especially in programs for children, where dance education also supports academic performance and cognitive development.

Founder and Leadership

The academy was founded by Swapan Ray, an internationally recognized dancer and mentor.

Swapan Ray is a Guinness Book of World Records holder for dancing non-stop for 75 hours with different beats. He is also the winner of the All India Latin American Dance Championship. His work and achievements have been featured by global and national media organizations, including:

  • BBC News
  • CNN
  • Star News
  • Zee News
  • India Today
  • The Telegraph
  • The Times of India
  • Hindustan Times

Awards and Honors

Swapan Ray has received several national and international honors for his contributions to dance, fitness, and performing arts education. These include the Rising Leadership in India Award, Global Education Excellence Award for Performing Arts, International Achievement Award, Rashtriya Pratibha Award, World Signature Award for Best Branding in Performing Arts, and the Atal Behari Vajpayee Excellence Award for Dance and Fitness.

Faculty and Collaborations

The academy also collaborates with internationally recognized faculty members specializing in Western, Eastern, and Indian classical dance forms. The teaching team includes Gold Medalists in Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Odissi, many of whom have received multiple awards in India and abroad for their contributions to the performing arts.

Branches and Expansion

Z4 Dancing Network operates across several locations in and around Kolkata, including:

  • Kasba
  • Gariahat
  • Bhowanipore
  • Park Street
  • Kalikapur
  • Santoshpur
  • Highland Park
  • Southern Avenue
  • New Town (two locations)
  • Rajarhat
  • Barasat
  • Kankurgachi
  • Girish Park
  • Dum Dum Cantonment
  • Dum Dum Nagerbazar
  • Salt Lake
  • IIM Joka
  • Siliguri

Upcoming branches are planned in Nepal and Tripura as part of the academy’s regional expansion initiatives.

New Ventures

Z4 Dancing Network is developing a dance-based reality show for release on an OTT platform, with plans to launch from January 2026.

The academy is also preparing a large-scale Zumba initiative aimed at creating a new Guinness World Records achievement through mass participation.

Vision

Z4 Dancing Network aims to make dance accessible to everyone while maintaining international standards of training. The academy continues to focus on nurturing talent, promoting fitness through dance, and creating confident performers with strong artistic foundations.

External Links

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