Bridging theory with empirical knowledge of performance art
Learning the science of dance – origin, influence, propagation and evolution. The impact of history and literature, the reverence to artistic & musical lineage of the art form of Bharatanatyam.
Improving body awareness by using vocabulary of traditional indian dance and creative movement. Body conditioning, strength training regimen to acclimitize to the form of movement sustainably.
Rendering techniques of performance – dramaturgy in dance, music and rhythm significance exploration, formatting and presenting repertoire with a thorough understanding of the exhibits.
Samridhi Dance Foundation was started as a humble initiative in 2016 by Smt. Rakshita Raghunathan, to focus on teaching and promoting the performance art of Bharatanatyam among people across borders and identities for sheer joy of celebration of the Indic Culture.
As a young child, Rakshita discovered her love for this art grow along with her and take new forms which she wanted to consciously share in her own ways, by imparting the essence of the Guru-Sishya Parampara learnings she was fortunate to receive from her Gurus with a new age approach.
Today through SDF, we aim to provide cultural education in the art of dance, helping and motivating students to learn with authenticity and deep understanding of the art form.
Samridhi's goal is for you to learn Bharatanatyam regardless of your age/previous experience with dance. Our Programs enable learners to improve in a self-paced, student focused methodology that is relevant in the practice and performance of the art.
We at SDF offer virtual/live sessions through curated programs with 1 to 1.5 year course duration. Classes are conducted via Zoom Advanced Meetings.
February 2026
On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivaratri, Samridhi Dance Foundation offered a Natyanjali — a devotional dance offering in reverence to Lord Shiva, the Nataraja, the cosmic dancer. Students and the Guru came together in a collective act of seva through movement, rhythm, and bhava, honouring the ancient tradition of dance as sacred offering.
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