Adavus are steps that are combined to form a dance sequence in Bharatanatyam. They are done in synchronization with the sollu kattu (bol) or the syllables used. Following are the Ten important Adavus that a new student is asked to practice thoroughly :

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- Tatta Adavu - Natta Adavu

- Paraval Adavu - Kuditamitta Adavu

- TattimittiAdavu - Mandi Adavu

- Jati Adavu - Tirumanam Adavu

- Sarikal Adavu

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during the first year of Bharatanatyam coaching, a student is trained only in Adavus, Hand Gestures and Natyashastra & Abhinaya Darpan Slokhas.