Our Legacy

Rooted In Tradition, Thriving In The Present

Founded in 1998, we continue to preserve and teach classical arts with authentic pedagogy.

About Us

I did not choose dance, dance chose me. To me, dance is my life.

Dr. Nandhini Ashok, Founder-Director

Heritage & Credentials

Representing the authentic heritage and guru parampara lineage of classical Bharatanatyam.

  • Performed at Thirupati Thirumalai Devasthanam, Chennai Music & Dance Festivals, Bandra Fest
  • Brigadeeshwara Temple — 1,000th year celebration with 1,000 dancers
  • Lectures at Beloit, USA; performances in Greece and Singapore
  • Judge at Thaka Dimi Tha, Tamil Pesum Kadanayaki and multiple college festivals
  • Works with differently abled children, introducing them to classical Bharatanatyam
Dr. Nandhini Ashok

Dr. Nandhini Ashok

Founder-Director · Shree Paavitra Arts Academy

Biographical Journey

A student of the renowned Guru Kalyana Sundaram of Sri Raja Rajeshwari Bharatha Natya Kala Mandir, Nandhini holds a BA from Kumar Gandharva University and a Master's from Bharathi Dasan University, apart from Bachelor of Commerce Degree from Chennai University. She has been teaching, practicing and propagating Bharatanatyam for over two decades. Her proficiency in nritta, nritya and natya has won her great acclaim as dancer and choreographer. She has blended Bharatanatyam, Carnatic Music and Tanjore painting into a holistic, spiritual experience.
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Academy at a Glance

Numbers That Speak

1200+ Students Trained Across all disciplines
48+ School Partnerships Active tie-ups
340+ Certifications Issued Nationally recognised
25+ Years of Excellence Est. 1998
Academic Integration

School Partnerships & Visiting Faculty

Curriculum-Aligned On-Campus Training

Shree Paavitra Arts Academy collaborates with leading school trusts to integrate classical Indian dance and arts into standard co-curricular schedules. In Andheri West, Mumbai, our program operates inside the campus of the prestigious BKHMC Trust.

HMPS (ICSE)

Co-Curricular Integration

Lessons integrated directly into weekly student schedules, fully supported by visitor logs and structured class progress tracking.

Rajhans (CBSE)

Traditional Choreography

Traditional skill development courses and annual stage choreography workshops preparing students for national level performances.

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Accredited Trust

Bai Kabibai & Hansraj Morarji

Charity Trust Partnership

Our visiting faculty provides top-tier classical training inside their high-end campus. All lessons align with our certifications curriculum.

ICSE Division HMPS School
CBSE Division Rajhans Vidyalaya
Academic Value

National Boards & Certifications

Gandharva & Kendra Examinations

Our curriculum aligns with leading classical examination boards, enabling students to achieve recognized diplomas and degrees:

  • Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal (ABGMM)
  • Pracheen Kala Kendra Board Practical & Theory Exams
  • Sangeet Visharad / Sangeet Bhushan Diplomas

Dynamic Verification Registry

We maintain a secure registry for student certifications, providing validation for board applications, school transcripts, and professional records. We offer dual pathway certifications:

School Pathways

Consolidated student assessments, semester mark-sheets, and awards presented directly during school assemblies.

Teacher Registry

Individual candidate listings, digital hall-tickets, certified examiner checks, and physical dispatch.

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Testimonials

In Their Own Words

“The rigor and love with which the teachers conduct classes is beautiful. My daughter has grown both in dance skill and grace.”
Meera Iyer Parent of Advaita (Grade 3 Bharatanatyam)
“Partnering with Shree Paavitra has elevated our school's cultural offerings. Their teachers are professional, reliable, and deeply knowledgeable.”
Dr. Ritesh Shah Trustee, SVM School