Advika Manya Mandala
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic Dance Instructor with a proven track record at Kinder Dance Pvt. Limited, specializing in Bharatanatyam and early childhood movement. Expert in lesson planning and classroom management, fostering student engagement and emotional expression. Adept at mentoring students to build confidence and overcome challenges, ensuring a supportive and enriching learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Instructor & Student Counselor
Private Classes
Bangalore
05.2019 - Current
- Conducted Bharatanatyam training emphasizing adavus, abhinaya, tala, and storytelling to enhance students' performance skills.
- Provided personalized guidance to help students overcome stage fear and build confidence, resulting in improved stage presence.
- Supported students' emotional well-being through informal counseling and mentorship, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Handle both online and offline classes with structured lesson planning.
Counselor
Army Boys Sports Company
Bangalore
01.2024 - 03.2026
- Guided youth in developing sportsmanship and teamwork skills.
- Provided counseling to athletes on performance and personal issues.
- Organized training sessions and workshops for skill development.
Dance Instructor & Class Facilitator
Kinder Dance Pvt. Limited
Bangalore
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Taught Bharatanatyam fundamentals, folk, aerobics, ballet basics, and festive choreography.
- Conducted structured dance and movement sessions for children from Montessori to Grade 3.
- Conducted sessions at multiple institutions, enhancing accessibility to dance education for children.
- Facilitated positive classroom behavior, engagement, and discipline in diverse group settings.
- Utilized basic counseling techniques to foster emotional expression, build confidence, and encourage social interaction.
Education
MSc - Sports Nutrition
ICMR - National Institute of Nutrition
Hyderabad12-2022
BSc - Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Smt. VHD Central Institute of Home Science College
Bangalore12-2020
Skills
- Contemporary Dance
- Dance Fitness
- Hip-Hop
- Creative Movement
- Lesson planning
- Movement education
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Teachers collaboration
- Time management
- Student mentoring
- Motivation strategies
Performances
- Performed at multiple inauguration functions at Bangalore University
- Performed at ICMR - National Institute of Nutrition events
Certification
Bharatanatyam Senior Grade, Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, 05/18
Accomplishments
- National Level Table Tennis Player - Represented Bangalore University
- Best Paper Award - Research recognition at BITS Pilani
Dance Forms
- Bharatanatyam
- Ballet Basics
- Folk
- Aerobics
- Western
- Early Childhood Movement
Professional Overview
Compassionate and dedicated counselor with a background in clinical and sports nutrition, combined with extensive experience as a Bharatanatyam dance instructor. Skilled in handling children from Montessori to Grade 3, supporting their emotional, behavioral, and creative development through structured class management, movement, and expressive arts. A national-level Table Tennis player, bringing discipline, resilience, and a holistic approach to teaching and counseling.
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Kannada
Advanced (C1)
C1
Telugu
Advanced (C1)
C1
Affiliations
- Red Cross Main Volunteer
Timeline
Counselor
Army Boys Sports Company
01.2024 - 03.2026
Dance Instructor & Class Facilitator
Kinder Dance Pvt. Limited
05.2023 - 12.2023
Dance Instructor & Student Counselor
Private Classes
05.2019 - Current
MSc - Sports Nutrition
ICMR - National Institute of Nutrition
BSc - Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Smt. VHD Central Institute of Home Science College