About Us
Preserving tradition, inspiring excellence in Indian classical dance
Smt. Raga Sindhuja Ghattamaneni
Founder & Guru
Sindhuja is a renowned exponent of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and Andhranatyam which are part of the 7 classical dance styles of India. She combines tradition with innovation, classicism with creativity and ethnic with contemporary. She is an extremely innovative, original, creative, and thoughtful teacher. She is a post-graduate with distinction in Biological Sciences.
Sindhuja was trained in Bharatanatyam under Late Guru Sri K. Adayar Lakshman (prime disciple of Srimathi. Rukmini Devi Arundale). She has been able to imprint his legacy with her own dance persona. She is a good teacher acclaimed by audiences and critics alike in India. Sindhuja is the founder-director of Ragamayuri School of Dance and Yoga. Students from her academy have participated in several programs and got rewarded.
Sindhuja has endeavored to create a new niche for the classical dancers of today. With great fervor, she has attempted to push the frontiers of classical art and to reach out to new and especially young audiences. Sindhuja believes that dance must be linked to life and artists must use their unique position in society to make a difference to life and living.
"As quoted by Avvaiyar, the iconic 13th century Tamil poetess, "What you have learned is a mere handful; what you have yet to learn is the size of the world" is the mantra of Sindhuja. She continues her journey in this divine path of art, by being receptive for learning, and encourages her students to be open for learning."
Our Lineage
Rukmini Devi Arundale
Founder of Kalakshetra, Pioneer of Modern Bharatanatyam
Sri K. Adayar Lakshman
Prime Disciple of Rukmini Devi Arundale
Smt. Raga Sindhuja Ghattamaneni
Founder of RagaMayuri School of Dance and Yoga
Our Students
Carrying forward the tradition of excellence
Our Journey
2008
RagaMayuri Founded
Established RagaMayuri School of Dance and Yoga in Dallas with a vision to preserve and promote classical Indian dance.
2012
First Arangetram
Conducted first student Arangetram (debut performance), marking a significant milestone in their dance journey.
2015
Regional Recognition
Students began winning awards at regional and national level competitions, establishing RagaMayuri's reputation for excellence.
2018
10 Years of Excellence
Celebrated a decade of nurturing talent and promoting classical arts with a grand anniversary performance.
2020
Virtual Programs Launch
Pioneered online dance education during the pandemic, making classical dance accessible to students worldwide.
2023
15+ Years Strong
Continuing the legacy with 500+ students trained and numerous performances across prestigious venues.
Moments of Excellence
Annual Performance Showcase - 2023
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About the Academy
Ragamayuri School of Dance and Yoga is based in Dallas, founded by Smt. Raga Sindhuja Ghattamaneni; with the aim to support and promote the South Indian classical dance form, Bharatanatyam.
Ragamayuri gives importance to Nritta and Nritya, which focuses on intricate jatis, controlled abhinaya and grace. We train our students to perform with confidence and ease. Ragamayuri is well- known for spotting young talent and nurturing them into talented performing artists.
Only a nominal fee is charged for the classes. All classes are conducted by the guru. Each student gets individual attention in class, nurturing a close relationship with the teacher.
Our Values
Passion for Excellence
We are committed to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Indian classical dance with dedication and authenticity.
Individual Attention
Each student receives personalized guidance, nurturing a close relationship with the teacher for optimal growth.
Holistic Development
We focus on developing not just technical skills, but also confidence, grace, and artistic expression.
Performance Excellence
Our students are trained to perform with confidence and ease, participating in prestigious events and competitions.
Our Achievements
15+
Years of Excellence
500+
Students Trained
100+
Performances
50+
Awards Won
Ready to Begin Your Dance Journey?
Schedule a personal session with our Guru to discuss your dance aspirations and join our community of passionate dancers.