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SHAILAJA SARAVANAN

SHAILAJA SARAVANAN

Hosur

Summary

A versatile and accomplished wellness coach and performing artist with a Certified Yoga Instructor credential from the International Institute of Yoga and Research Training (YCT), awarded First Class with Distinction in Yoga. Adding to yoga with rich expertise as a Zumba and cardio trainer, integrating holistic fitness approaches that combine yoga, breathwork, and movement. With over 15 years performances, continued as the founder and lead trainer of Natya Dhwani Arts Academy Throughout the journey successfully trained over 800 students in yoga, dance, and fitness, embodying a vibrant fusion of discipline, creativity, and wellness.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wellness Coach

Freelancer
HOSUR
10.2024 - Current
  • Conducting online and offline fitness classes and dance across multiple locations including Texas, Florida, California, and various parts of India, catering to a global and culturally diverse student base.
  • Created a variety of lesson plans tailored to the specific needs of each student.
  • Developed and taught yoga classes to students of all ages and levels, emphasizing proper breathing techniques, body alignment, and meditation.
  • Integrated elements from other disciplines such as Ayurveda into daily practices.
  • Led weekly yoga retreats focusing on relaxation techniques and spiritual growth.

Yoga Consciousness Trust Ashram
- 01.2024
  • Completed a 3-month residential training at the Yoga Consciousness Trust Ashram, fully immersed in a traditional yogic lifestyle including daily practice of asanas, pranayama, meditation, kriyas, and sattvic living.
  • Opened 2nd branch of NDA [Natya Dhwani Arts Academy] and trained children in yoga for flexibility and cardio workouts to enhance stamina and overall fitness.

Dance Teacher

Sri Prakash Vidya Niketan School
- 01.2023
  • Trained 120 students of Sri Prakash Vidya Niketan School to perform a Zumba flash mob as part of their summer camp program.
  • Worked as a Dance Teacher at Sri Prakash Vidya Niketan School, teaching Zumba, Classical, and Western dance forms across various student age groups.

Indian Association of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy (IADVL)
Visakhapatnam
- 01.2022
  • Indian Association of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy (IADVL) conducted the cultural segment of DERMAZONE SOUTH 2022, part of the 24th IADVL South Zone Conference and CUTICON AP 2022, organized by IADVL in Visakhapatnam. Led 80 artists from across India in a vibrant showcase of Indian art forms.

Lead Dancer

Tamil Kalai Mandram and Kerala Kala Samithi
- 01.2022
  • Performed as the lead dancer in Kuchipudi and Mohiniyattam at Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav – Kargil Vijay Diwas, on behalf of Tamil Kalai Mandram and Kerala Kala Samithi, along with a team of 20 professional dancers.

- 01.2021
  • Participated in Vande Bharatham National Dance competition at Delhi in December.
  • Founded a personal wellness and performing arts space, offering classes in yoga, classical dance, cardio workouts, detoxifying kriyas for weight loss, and strength training, creating a holistic environment for physical and mental well-being.

- 01.2020
  • Launched online classes for yoga, meditation, and dance, expanding reach to a global audience and promoting wellness through virtual platforms.

Education

Yoga Instructor -

Yoga Consciousness Trust
Bheemli
01.2024

MA - Dance

Andhra University
01.2022

BA - Music

B.V.K College
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
01.2020

YOGA -

YCT
Visakhapatnam
01.2019

Diploma - Mohiniyattam (8th to 12th)

Kerala Kalamandalam
Shoranur, Kerala
01.2017

LKG to 7th Standard -

Saint Francis De Sales School
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
01.2012

Skills

  • Yoga instruction and fitness coaching
  • Dance choreography
  • Wellness program development
  • Mental health support
  • Personalized coaching
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Email communication
  • Content creation and marketing

Certification

Yoga certification - International Institute of Yoga and research training – YCT

Languages

English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam

Accomplishments

  • Achieved First Class with Distinction in the International Yoga Instructor Examination conducted by the Yoga Consciousness Trust, recognizing excellence in both theoretical knowledge and practical application of yogic principles.
  • Nominated for and performed Mohiniyattam Guest Performance for the inauguration of National Conference of India Psychiatric Society in March 2022
  • National Level Finalist of the Vande Bharatham National Dance competition at Delhi in December 2021
  • Shortlisted by achieving first place at two stages
  • District Level at Visakhapatnam
  • State Level at Bangalore
  • My Role-Team Leader of our Group "Manogna"
  • Performed 5 modes of dance classical, semi classical, folk, western and salsa dances in a single stage performance in Kala-Bharathi in the year 2011

Personnel Dosier

  • Date of Birth- 04th June 1998
  • Address : PLOT NO: 46, Aim city , 5th cross, Thottagiri Road, Alasanatham, Hosur-635109, Tamil Nadu, India.
  • E-Mail – shailajasaravanan46@gmail.com

Timeline

Wellness Coach

Freelancer
10.2024 - Current

Yoga Consciousness Trust Ashram
- 01.2024

Dance Teacher

Sri Prakash Vidya Niketan School
- 01.2023

Indian Association of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy (IADVL)
- 01.2022

Lead Dancer

Tamil Kalai Mandram and Kerala Kala Samithi
- 01.2022

- 01.2021

- 01.2020

Yoga Instructor -

Yoga Consciousness Trust

MA - Dance

Andhra University

BA - Music

B.V.K College

YOGA -

YCT

Diploma - Mohiniyattam (8th to 12th)

Kerala Kalamandalam

LKG to 7th Standard -

Saint Francis De Sales School

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