Gayathri Balakrishnan Bharatanatyam Teacher |Online Instructor
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I am a trained Bharatanatyam dancer with over 16 years of experience in learning and performing this classical art form. I began my journey at the age of 10 and have been teaching for the past 4 years.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, I started my own dance school Narthanam Natyalaya to continue teaching students online. What began with just five students has now grown into regular online and offline classes for learners of different ages and backgrounds.

My classes are structured, personalized, and focused on building a strong foundation in:

Adavus (basic steps)
Slokams and Mudras
Warm-up exercises for flexibility and posture
Abhinaya (expressions)
Classical Bharatanatyam items and devotional songs
Stage preparation and discipline in practice

My students have participated in two Guinness World Record Bharatanatyam programs, which was a proud moment in our journey together.

I offer online classes for students in India and abroad, and can teach in English, Tamil, and Malayalam. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to continue your Bharatanatyam journey, I aim to make learning joyful, meaningful, and rooted in tradition.

If you’re passionate about dance, I would love to guide you with care and commitment.

Subjects

  • Bharatanatyam (Dance) Beginner-Intermediate

  • Bharatanatayam Beginner-Intermediate

  • Classical dance Bharatnatyam Beginner-Intermediate

Experience

  • Founder & Dance Instructor (Nov, 2020–Present) at Narthanam Natyalaya, Chennai
    Founded and established "Narthanam Natyalaya" during the COVID-19 pandemic to continue teaching Bharatanatyam.

    Conducted regular online and offline classes for beginner and intermediate students.

    Trained students for stage performances and cultural events.

    Guided students who participated in two Guinness World Record Bharatanatyam programs.

    Created personalized lesson plans focusing on adavus, abhinaya, theory, and items.

    Supported each student’s individual growth in technique, confidence, and expression.
  • Dance Teacher (Mar, 2017–Present) at Sri Sai Natyalaya
    Taught Bharatanatyam to beginner and intermediate level students, covering adavus, theory, abhinaya (expressions), and traditional pieces. I created structured lesson plans suited to each student's pace and learning style.
    I have successfully trained and guided my students to complete their Salangai Poojai, ensuring they were confident, technically strong, and stage-ready for this important milestone in classical dance.

Education

  • Journalism and Mass Communication (Oct, 2023–now) from MADRAS UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI, INDIA

Fee details

    ₹300–1,500/hour (US$3.16–15.79/hour)

    My fees vary based on the student's level, location, and class type.

    For students in India: ₹300 to ₹800 per hour

    For students abroad (UK/US/Canada/etc.): ₹600 to ₹1500 per hour

    Monthly packages and group class discounts are available

    Trial class can be arranged on request

    Payments accepted through UPI or Bank Transfer

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