About Shantha Ratii Initiatives
Shantha Ratii Initiatives (SRI) is an Indian classical dance academy founded with the purpose of inspiring, enriching, and transforming individuals through the practice of dance.
At SRI, dance is not viewed merely as a performance skill, but as a powerful medium for personal growth, discipline, awareness, and cultural grounding. Our approach seeks to empower students by nurturing both their artistic abilities and inner strength.
We believe in offering students deep cultural roots through the study of Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi, complemented by Yoga, enabling them to grow with balance, confidence, and resilience.
SRI is among the leading Indian classical dance academies in Singapore, offering structured training for children and adults across beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, guided by integrity, depth, and respect for tradition.
We will train you in the following
Our immersive dance education is rooted in traditional techniques, guided by eager enquiry, shaped by steadfast discipline and inspired by intuition. We nurture the dancer beyond just performance, to become a logical thinker who is motivated by enhanced senses and instincts. We plant seeds to grow an artiste whose aura exudes sophistication and refinement.
Bharatanatyam
Bharatanatyam originates from Tamil Nadu and is one of the oldest and most respected Indian classical dance forms. Its powerful geometry, precise movements, expressive storytelling and rhythmic complexity make Bharatanatyam simultaneously a visual delight and a spiritual discipline.
Read more to discover why you should explore Bharatanatyam at SRI.
Kuchipudi
Kuchipudi originates from Andhra Pradesh, India. Graceful movements, rhythmic footwork, expressive storytelling (abhinaya), and dramatic presentation are its signature features.
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Kalaripayattu
A martial arts form known for its origins in Kerala, India, Kalaripayattu is believed to have shaped the famed Chinese Shaolin monks’ development of their self-defence practice, which later evolved into kung-fu.
Read more to discover why you should explore Kalaripayattu at SRI.
Why people choose Shantha Ratii Initiatives (SRI)
Shantha Ratii Initiatives is a boutique institute that, with a customised and personalised approach, engages anyone interested in dance and the arts.
Through the medium of Indian classical dance, SRI nurtures personal growth in discipline, integrity, and enhanced awareness.
With SRI, you not only develop as artistes, you transform into inspired and evolved individuals, forged in the baptism of dance. You are empowered by your growing artistry and inner strength.
The study of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi and Kalaripayattu ensures cultural grounding that instils balance, confidence and resilience.
Our activities are structured for all ages, from children through to adults. You may begin your journey at any stage: beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels. At each level, your SRI experience will enrich you.
You are Invited ...
Learn a timeless classical art form, embody discipline and
confidence, and express yourself in the joyous excitement of this dance form.
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