The Royal Academy of Punjab Society is proud to announce that registration is now open for British Columbia's first Ministry-approved Punjabi Folk Dance (Bhangra) External Credential Program.
This historic achievement makes the Royal Academy of Punjab Society the first and only organization in British Columbia, and the first professional Punjabi folk dance training and community organization in the world, approved to offer Punjabi Folk Dance (Bhangra) Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12 External Credentials for BC high school elective credit.
This groundbreaking program allows eligible BC high school students to earn recognized elective credits while receiving professional training in Punjabi Folk Dance (Bhangra).
For years, students have dedicated countless hours to learning Punjabi folk dance. Now, that dedication can also contribute toward their high school education.
Our program combines professional arts training with academic recognition, giving students the opportunity to:
Founded in 2012, the Royal Academy of Punjab Society is a registered charitable organization committed to preserving and promoting Punjabi folk arts through education, performance, and community engagement.
For more than a decade, we have proudly served thousands of children and youth across British Columbia through:
Our mission is to inspire the next generation while preserving Punjabi heritage through excellence in arts education.
Students may work toward the following BC high school elective credits:
Each credential is recognized through British Columbia's External Credentials Program.
This program is designed for:
Students will gain:
This approval is a historic milestone not only for the Royal Academy of Punjab Society but also for Punjabi folk arts worldwide.
For the first time, students in British Columbia can receive government-recognized high school credits for their achievements in Punjabi Folk Dance. This recognition validates the importance of cultural arts within education and creates new pathways for future generations.
It reflects years of dedication, advocacy, and hard work to ensure Punjabi folk arts receive the recognition they deserve.
Registration is now open for upcoming intakes.
Spaces are limited and enrollment will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
If demand exceeds available spaces, a waitlist will be created.
Become part of the first generation of students in British Columbia to earn high school elective credits through Punjabi Folk Dance (Bhangra).
Train with excellence. Celebrate your heritage. Earn academic recognition.
Make history with the Royal Academy of Punjab Society.