Pooja Arts Academy · Tirupati · Est. 2022

Where Tradition, Training & Talent Come Together

Bharatanatyam classes, Gandharva examination guidance and temple performances in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.

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Regular classes · Gandharva examination guidance · Temple performances · National and international participation

A Bharatanatyam academy rooted in Tirupati

Pooja Arts Academy was established in 2022 in Tirupati to teach Bharatanatyam and to present it on stage. Students learn technique, rhythm and expression, and take part in temple and cultural programmes.

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Our artistic journey

2022

Academy established

Pooja Arts Academy begins teaching Bharatanatyam in Tirupati.

Temples and cultural stages

On stage

Performances at Kanipakam, Srisailam, Kalaashri, Vellore Golden Temple, Kashi and other venues.

Beyond India

International participation

Bharatanatyam presented to audiences outside India.

Bharatanatyam training, step by step

Regular classes build technique, rhythm and expression, with examination guidance and performance experience along the way.

Foundation

Posture, Araimandi and basic hand gestures.

Technique development

Adavus, footwork and rhythm (Tala).

Expression & repertoire

Abhinaya, eye movements and traditional items.

Examination preparation

Gandharva examination guidance for eligible levels.

Performance experience

Stage presentation and confidence.

Meet our gurus

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Pooja V

Founder & Director

15 years of dance experience and 35+ dance workshops, including workshop experience with Dr. Muralidharan.

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Guru Vidushi Gayathri V

Senior Guru

30 years of dance experience and senior guidance in Bharatanatyam education.

Our performances

Temples and cultural stages where the academy has performed.

Kanipakam

Kanipakam, Andhra Pradesh

Srisailam

Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh

Kalaashri

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Vellore Golden Temple

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

Kashi

Kashi (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh

Achievements & recognitions

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Thanjavur

Record-Breaking Achievement Certificate associated with participation in a world-record event.

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Kalam Coast Record

Achievement recognition.

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Kashi

Participation in a world-record event.

Mock exams for students

Practise online with a timed mock exam. Log in with the email ID the academy registered for you.

Mock Test

30 minutes · 25 questions

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What parents say about us

Every student’s learning journey is special. We value the trust parents place in Pooja Arts Academy and are grateful to be part of their children’s journey in Bharatanatyam.

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Latest from our blog

Stories, knowledge and insights from the world of Bharatanatyam.

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From the studio and the stage

Dance performances

Dance performances

Classroom activities

Classroom activities

Temple performances

Temple performances

International performances

International performances

Enquire about classes

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Phone: 7893196089