Bhavana Sriram Bharatanatyam Expert and Trainer
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Natya Kalai Mani Smt. Bhavana is a distinguished Bharathanatyam dancer, educator, and choreographer with over 16 years of classical training and 10 years of teaching experience. Trained under renowned Gurus Padmashree Shobana and Natya Kalai Ooli Smt. Dharani Ramakrishna, she has performed on over 150 prestigious stages globally, including corporate events. As the founder of Sri Mayuram Natyalaya, I have successfully imparted my deep knowledge of Bharathanatyam to over 500 students in dance and trained nearly 1,000 students across various schools in different Indian dance forms.

Awards:
Yuva Kala Bharathi Award
Valrum Vivekananda Award
Natya Kalai Mani
Best Hasya & Rudra Award
Mahakavi Bharathiyar Award

Key Highlights:
Performed Bharathanatyam on over 150 international platforms, bridging cultural gaps and showcasing its universal appeal.
Trained over 500 students to win top honors in competitions, while choreographing award-winning group performances.
Developed innovative Bharathanatyam programs for children and professionals, integrating dance workshops into corporate settings to promote wellness and creativity.

Teaching Approach:
My approach to teaching Bharathanatyam focuses on building strong classical foundations while fostering creativity and emotional expression through dance.
I encourage my students to explore the art form in its full depth, providing them the freedom to innovate and express their individuality.
I believe in personalizing my teaching style to nurture each student’s growth, both as a dancer and as an individual.

Subjects

  • Nattuvangam Beginner-Expert

  • Bharatanatyam (Dance) Beginner-Expert

  • Indian Folk dance Intermediate

Experience

  • Creative Specialist (Jan, 2018–May, 2019) at Fitkids, Bangalore
    Developed creative and interactive dance programs for children, blending Bharathanatyam with fun, engaging activities to foster creativity.
    Worked on innovative teaching techniques to make dance an enjoyable and holistic experience for young learners.
    Engagement with the customers and interpretation of their needs and derivation of advice for prospective products that are aligned with the customers’ demands.
  • Founder and Dance Teacher (Aug, 2017–Present) at Sri Mayuram Natyalaya, Chennai
    Established and manage Sri Mayuram Natyalaya, where over 500 students have been trained in Bharathanatyam, focusing on classical technique, choreography, and stage presence.
    Organized annual performances and actively participated in cultural festivals across Chennai and beyond.
    Trained and mentored students who have excelled in prestigious competitions and performances.
  • PRT - Dance Teacher (Feb, 2015–Mar, 2017) at DPS Doha, Qatar
    Taught Bharathanatyam and other Indian dance forms to students, incorporating both traditional and contemporary elements.
    Choreographed and trained students for school events, national festivals, and cultural programs.
    Led students to win awards in national and international dance competitions.
  • Dance Teacher (Mar, 2010–Oct, 2014) at Saraswathi natyalaya
    Taught Bharatanatyam under the mentorship of Guru Dr. Dharani Ramakrishna.
    Choreographed and guided students for performances at cultural festivals, temple events, and public programs.

Education

  • Bharatanatyam Lower Grade (Jun, 2010–Jul, 2010) from Tamilnadu teacher's educational university, Chennai–scored 90
  • B.E (Jun, 2008–Jun, 2012) from Anna University–scored 78

Fee details

    ₹800–2,000/month (US$9.33–23.32/month)

    Beginner - 800
    Intermediate- 1200
    Advance- 1500

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