Folk Lovers Academy | Pakenham

Welcome to Folk Lovers Academy, located in Pakenham, Australia. Our institution, established in 2018, is a point of interest for folk enthusiasts of all ages. Led by the talented Sukhjinder Singh Laddi, a gold medalist in folk instruments, our academy is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Punjab.

Sukhjinder Singh Laddi's expertise in folk instruments has earned him recognition from prestigious organizations such as the Indian Council For Cultural Relations (ICCR) and the Ministry Of External Affairs. He has also showcased his skills in folk dance and folk orchestra in various countries including Italy, France, Hungary, Turkey, and Bhutan. His performances have captivated audiences in Paris, Budapest, and Istanbul. Additionally, he has traveled to New Zealand and the USA for cultural activities and performances.

Sukhjinder Singh's mastery extends to a range of folk instruments, including Algozey, Tumbi, Flute, Bugdu, Been, Sarangi, and Dhol. He is renowned for providing coaching in folk orchestra and has achieved numerous accolades at the zonal, interzonal, inter-university, and national levels. His talent as an Algozey recordist has also made a mark in the Punjabi music industry, Bollywood, and Coke Studio.

At Folk Lovers Academy, we offer coaching in both folk dance and folk instruments for all age groups. With branches across Melbourne, including Cranbourne East, Lynbrook, Pakenham, Taylors Lakes, Keysborough, Mulgrave, and Wollert, we aim to bring our community closer to our Punjabi Virsa and showcase the beauty of traditional folk dances and instruments.

Our academy has been recognized for its excellence, winning the Telstra Bollywood Dance Competition and Australian Indian Got Talent in 2019. We take pride in our purpose to engage and connect our community to our cultural roots, promoting our vibrant heritage.

We offer classes at various locations and times to accommodate different schedules. Whether you're a child or an adult, there's a class for you. Join us every Friday in Cranbourne East for kids, every Saturday in Pakenham for kids and adults, every Saturday in Cranbourne East for kids, every Tuesday in Taylors Lakes for kids and adults, every Sunday in Lynbrook for kids, every Thursday in Cranbourne East for kids, senior girls, and adults, every Monday in Wollert for kids and adults, every Sunday in Keysborough for kids and adults, and every Saturday in Mulgrave for kids and adults.

To get in touch with us, please contact Sukhjinder Singh Laddi, our Director and Bhangra Coach, at 61 431 927 863. For any inquiries, questions, or commendations, you can also reach out to Seema at 61 (0) 451 307 863. We look forward to welcoming you to the Folk Lovers Academy and sharing the joy of folk traditions with you.