About Us

An accomplished visual artist and art educator with expertise in graphic art printmaking. Holds a BFA (2019) and MFA (2021) from Kala Bhavana, Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan.

Professional Experience: Judging children’s art competitions (Charukala Kendra, Kolkata, 2020). Graphic Designer at Red Molecule Event Management, Kolkata (2021). Art Teacher at The Art Hub, Delhi (2022). Visual Art Teacher at Akal Academy, Himachal Pradesh (CBSE, 1.5 years).

Highly motivated and passionate dance instructor with over 7 years of experience teaching various dance styles. Committed to fostering a love for dance and helping students develop skills, confidence, and creativity. Conducted choreography for schools and college annual days; personal choreography for solo, duet and group dances; conducted summer camps in various schools; also worked in TV reality shows in ETV Telugu and Dance Karnataka Dance.

Key Attributes:
– Strong dance technique in multiple styles
– Deep understanding of body mechanics and movement
– Ability to demonstrate moves accurately and gracefully
– Knowledge of music theory and rhythm

Senior instructor for Keyboard/Piano/Guitar and ukulele at Glory Music Academy (GMA) Seegehalli. Teachings involved RSL International and Trinity curriculum. Assisted in producing 4 RSL South India region toppers and 10 distinction holders. Specialised Keyboard and electric guitar mentor for performing arts and senior exam specific instructor.

Key Responsibilities:
– Teaching basic and advanced drawing techniques
– Encouraging creativity and artistic expression
– Providing constructive feedback on student work
– Preparing lesson plans and organizing art activities
– Evaluating student progress and fostering skill development

From Thrissur, Kerala — Founder and Choreographer of Natyamandra Dance Studio. Dedicated to nurturing young talent and promoting Indian classical and cultural dance traditions through structured training and powerful storytelling performances. Recipient of the Paartha Puraskar Award (2021) for contribution to dance; performances featured on Flowers TV and Mazhavil Manorama. Students regularly win First Prize in dance competitions across Kerala.

Original Story-Based Creations: Nagavaly, Thulasi, Nagam, Soundharyam, Bhadrakali, Punyalan, Ganga, and many original productions.

Dance Training Offered: Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Semi Classical Dance, Folk Dance.

A gifted Bharatanatyam performer, choreographer, and teacher, hails from Calicut, Kerala. Deeply rooted in a family that celebrates Indian classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and Mohiniyattam, specialized in Bharatanatyam. Graduated in Bharatanatyam from the University of Art & Culture in 2015 and completed her Arangetram at Guruvayoor Shri Krishna Temple in 2005. Since 2017, a dedicated Bharatanatyam teacher and freelancer. Founder of Laasya Cultural Academy in Kannamangala, Bangalore. Instagram: @anu_sumesh_ or @laasya.cultural.academy.

8 years of experience and over 1000+ students taught across multiple ages.

Details:
– Started at age 4 with a home tutor, later learned at Hillspraise Music Academy, Nagaland, with international instrumental qualifications/certifications (Guitar, Keyboard, Piano, Ukulele, Vocals, Violin, Drums, etc.) from Rockschool and Trinity (London, UK)
– One of the youngest toppers for RSL East India exams (Guitar and Piano)
– 15 years of musical learning before stepping into teaching
– Managing Director of Glory Music Academy (Seegehalli) and Glory and Tuning Folks Music Academy (Kannamangala)
– Head instructor for internship instructors and performance students, Bengaluru specific

Location: Doddabanahalli / Channasandra. Contact: 8151 998 899 | 8155 889 988

A passionate and versatile Western dance instructor known for creativity, performance excellence, and dedication to teaching.

Highlights:
– Participant – Telugu ETV Dhee (Dance Reality Show)
– Participant – DKD Karnataka Dance Reality Show
– Choreographer for school and stage performances
– Recognized as a district-level dance performer
– Winner – Season 1 Dance Competition

Core Expertise: Structured choreography and movement techniques; training in multiple Western dance styles; strong focus on rhythm, musicality, and expression; performance storytelling and stage presence; emphasis on posture, precision, and discipline.

Teaching Philosophy: Karthik believe in nurturing creativity while building strong technical foundations, helping students gain confidence, discipline, and expressive skills for stage performance.

Kalaripayattu is one of the oldest martial arts in the world, originating in Kerala, India, over 3,000 years ago — a holistic practice blending martial techniques, healing practices, and spiritual discipline.

Mastery of All Levels: Meypayattu (body conditioning exercises and forms), Vadivu (animal postures, basic to advanced), Kaikuththippayattu (unarmed combat), Ankathari (weaponry — long and short weapons), Verumkai (bare-hand combat techniques including locks and grips).

15 years of experience imparting Carnatic music to people of all ages, conferred the title “Sangeetha Acharya.” Began pursuing music at age 11 under Palakkad Sisters Smt. Nandini Shankar and Smt. Seethalakshmi Krishnan. Unique teaching style attracts students from KG kids to working professionals.

Music Road Map:
– Basic Batch (Foundation) — Sarali Swaras, Jantai Swaras, Madhya sthayi Swaram, Thaara sthayi Swaram Alankaram.
– Junior Level — ragas: Malahari, Mohanam, Kalyani, Saveri, Kamboji, Arabi, Ananda Bhairavi, Sudha Saveri.
– Intermediate Level (Varnam Batch) — Varnams, Sankarabharanam, Mohanam, Abhogi, Kalyani, Vasantha.
– Senior Level (Keerthanai Batch) — Keerthanams of composers like Thyagaraja Swamigal, Muttuswamy Dikshithar, Syama Sastrigal, Swathi Thirunal, Pattinam Subramanyam Iyer.

Details:
– Karate 2nd DAN Black Belt
– 8+ Years of Teaching Experience
– 1st DAN Black Belt in Taekwondo
– 3+ Years of Teaching Experience in Schools

Build Discipline, Strength & Confidence through Professional Martial Arts Training.

Achievements:
– 2 Gold Medals – District Level
– 3 Silver Medals – State Level
– Inter-College Champion
– 2x Sports Day Winner

Education: Master’s in Communication Systems, NIT Warangal (2022–2024).

Experience & Leadership:
– Chess Team Captain
– Strong Tournament Experience
– Expert in Strategy & Game Analysis

Discipline · Strategic Thinking · Confidence.

Nandana Krishna is a bharathanatyam dancer and performer who began her dance journey at the age of six. She holds Bachelors degree in Bharathantaym from Sree Shankaracharya university of Sanskrit and a Masters Degree in Bharatanatyam from st St Teresas college Ernakulam.
With experience in training students for stage programs and special events she has guided learners in developing strong technical skills, expression, and stage confidence . She has choreographed numerous group and individual performances and has successfully prepared students for various cultural and institutional programs.
As a performer, Nandana has presented Bharatanatyam in solo performances at temples, cultural associations, festivals and community events. Through her teaching and performances she is committed to preserving the rich traditions of Bharatanatyam while inspiring the next generation of dancers.

A passionate and dedicated classical dancer with 20+ years of experience in various dance styles. skilled in live stage performance and disciplined teaching, with a strong ability to train students for arangetram,cultural programs and various dance performances.

Designation: yoga specification
Qualification: N/A
Joined: 2026-07-08

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