Est. 1998  ·  Mumbai, India  ·  NGO & Public Trust

Where Classical Arts
Meet Sacred Purpose

“The artist is not a special kind of man,
but every man is a special kind of artist.”

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Our Story

Rooted in tradition,
thriving in the present

Founded in 1998, Shree Paavitra Arts Academy was born from a single conviction — that classical Indian arts are not relics of the past, but living, breathing expressions of a culture that deserves to flourish.

Over 25 years, we have trained over 1,200 students, partnered with 48+ schools and trusts, and issued hundreds of nationally recognised certifications — all while maintaining an uncompromising commitment to artistic authenticity.

Authentic Gurukul
Traditional guru-shishya parampara
Certified Excellence
Nationally recognised examination board
School Reach
48+ school tie-up partnerships
Multi-Art Disciplines
Dance, Vocal & Instrumental streams
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Smt. Nandhini Ashok, Founder, Shree Paavitra Arts Academy
"नृत्यं सर्वकलानाम् श्रेष्ठम्"

Dance is the finest of all arts — Natyashastra

The Sacred Trinity

Hasta · Pada · Mukha

The holy trinity of Bharatanatyam — where hand gestures, footwork and expression unite in divine communion. These are not merely techniques; they are the language of the gods.

Hasta - Hand Gestures

Hasta

Hand Gestures

108 Asamyuta and Samyuta hastas — the silent vocabulary of the cosmos, expressing every emotion from love to liberation.

Pada - Footwork

Pada

Sacred Footwork

The thunderous dialogue between earth and dancer — Adavus form the rhythmic foundation of every Bharatanatyam composition.

Mukha - Expression

Mukha

Abhinaya

The face that narrates epics without a word. Abhinaya — the soul of dance — where the nine rasas find their truest home.

Our Disciplines

Four Pathways to Mastery

Each discipline carries centuries of tradition. Our structured curriculum takes students from foundational basics to certification-level excellence.

Classical Dance

Bharatanatyam

The mother of all classical Indian dance forms, originating from the sacred temples of Tamil Nadu. A complete spiritual, aesthetic and physical discipline rooted in Natyashastra.

Beginner to Advanced 6 Levels · 3 Yrs per level
Certified Program School Curriculum
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Classical Dance

Kathak

Born in the courts of the Mughals and the temples of North India, Kathak blends the rhythm of footwork (tatkar) with expressive storytelling (abhinaya) in a stunning union of power and grace.

Beginner to Advanced 5 Levels · Annual Exams
Certified Program Lucknow Gharana
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Music

Classical Vocal

Hindustani and Carnatic vocal traditions, taught through rigorous riyaz and an understanding of raga, tala and bhava. From sur-sadhana to concert-level performance — a complete vocal journey.

Beginner to Advanced Hindustani & Carnatic
Certified Program
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Music

Instrumental Music

Harmonium, Tabla, Sitar and Keyboard — our instrumental curriculum is designed for both the serious student and the cultural enthusiast. Structured practical training with certified examination pathways.

All Levels Welcome 4 Instruments
Certified Program School Curriculum
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Academy at a Glance

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Smt. Nandhini Ashok

Smt. Nandhini Ashok

Founder & Director · Shree Paavitra Arts Academy

Our Visionary

Dance chose me —
I merely listened.

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

— Smt. Nandhini Ashok, Founder

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. 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.

  • 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
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School Partnerships

Trusted by Leading Institutions

We collaborate with schools and educational trusts to bring authentic classical arts education directly into their curriculum — with structured scheduling, trained teachers, and certified examinations.

Saraswati Vidya Mandir

Pune, Maharashtra

Bharatanatyam Vocal

Kendriya Vidyalaya Trust

Nagpur, Maharashtra

Kathak Instrumental

Sharda Public School

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Bharatanatyam Kathak

Vivekananda English Medium

Nashik, Maharashtra

Vocal Instrumental

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

Aurangabad, Maharashtra

Bharatanatyam

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Upcoming Events

Mark Your Calendar

From annual arangetrams to inter-school cultural competitions — the academy's cultural calendar is vibrant and varied.

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Annual Arangetram

December 2026 · Shree Paavitra Auditorium

15 Jun

Annual Examination

Summer Certification Examinations 2026

📍 Academy Hall, Pune 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

20 Jul

Cultural Showcase

Monsoon Raga — An Evening of Classical Music

📍 Nehru Centre, Mumbai 6:30 PM onwards

10 Aug

Workshop

Abhinaya Masterclass — Advanced Bharatanatyam

📍 Shree Paavitra Studio 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

05 Sep

Inter-School

Laasya — Annual Inter-School Dance Competition

📍 Tilak Smarak Mandir, Pune Full Day Event

Certifications

A Certificate That
Carries Authority

Our certifications are issued under a nationally recognised examination framework. From hall ticket generation to result publication — every step is managed with rigour, transparency and digital efficiency.

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Student Registration

Student details submitted by school or directly by teacher

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Eligibility Verification

Attendance, assessment clearance and fee verification

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Hall Ticket Generation

Digital hall ticket issued to eligible students

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Examination & Certification

Practical + Viva conducted. Certificate issued on result

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Certificate of Excellence

This is to certify that

Ananya Sharma

Has successfully completed · Grade IV · Bharatanatyam

Director

Shree Paavitra

Reg. No.

SPA/BN/4/2026/0341

Date

May 2026

Gallery

A glimpse into the world of Shree Paavitra — our students, performances, workshops and celebrations.

Testimonials

In Their Own Words

There is a particular blood rush I get whenever I walk on a stage. I feel as if I have this sudden power of authority. This is my dance life — that simple.

Aditi Mahesh

Student · Bharatanatyam

Great dancers are not great because of their technique; it is because of their passion. This is what I find in my dance — and what Shree Paavitra gave me.

Elizabeth Sweety Varghese

Student · Advanced Batch

Shree Paavitra is not merely a dance school — it is a sanctuary. My daughter has transformed, not just as a dancer, but as a complete, grounded human being.

Priya Chandrasekhar

Parent · Mumbai

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Begin Your
Artistic Journey

Whether you're a student seeking admission, a school interested in a partnership, or a parent with questions — we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Phone

+91 98765 43210

Email

info@shreepaavitraarts.in

Academy Address

Shree Paavitra Complex, Sadashiv Peth, Pune - 411030

Office Hours

Mon – Sat, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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