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Welcome to the Nrithyalaya

Home of Dandayudapani style of Bharatanatyam

Our mission is to provide quality instruction in the centuries-old art of Bharatanatyam, one of India's most beautiful and culturally significant dance forms.

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A Shloka To Remember

“Aangikam Bhuvanam Yasya
Vachikam Sarva vaanmayam
Ahaaryam Chandra taaradi
Tam Vande Sattwikam shivam”

Meaning

Whose bodily movement is the entire Universe
Whose speech is the language (of the Universe)
Whose ornaments are the moon and the stars
Him, we worship the pure (serene) Lord Shiva!

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About

Meet the Guru

Smt. Dr. Padmaganesh, a professional dance choreographer and Founder of Sri Jaya Sai Nrithyalaya. She started Bharatanatyam at the age of 8. Her teaching journey started in 2008 and ever since she has executed 500+ programs since 2008.

She successfully completed her Arangetram under her guru Smt Malarkodi Vijayaraghavan in 2006. And it happened at the age of Blog 30, after having her first daughter who was 2 years old at that time.

She serves as a true inspiration for all her disciples. Her strong compassion along with your wishes has made her a successful teacher.

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Blog

Characteristics of the
Nataraja Pose

The symbolism and meaning of the Nataraja pose depict the Hindu god Shiva as the Lord of the Dance. We explore the five characteristics of the pose that represent creation, preservation, destruction, concealment, and release.

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History of Bharatam

Bharatanatyam is an ancient Indian classical dance form that originated in Tamil Nadu. Know the history, theoretical basis, performance repertoire, and influence on other art forms. Also, understand the Devadasi culture and the courtesan dancing phenomenon.

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Benefits of Bharatam

The health benefits of Bharatanatyam, an Indian classical dance form. From improving balance, flexibility, stamina, and concentration to promoting weight loss and healthy skin, Bharatanatyam offers numerous benefits for physical and mental well-being.

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Classes





We are running the institution which has dedicated itself to the essence of Indian classical dance and culturing this art to younger Generation. we have been teaching the bharatam classes from 2008 onwards. Sri Jaya Sai Nrithyalaya has performed in and around Chennai and in Outstation like Chidambaram, Thanjavur and Guruvayur.

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