✺ Welcome to
Pooja Cultural Centre
📍 Brabham, Perth WA
Where Tradition Meets Grace, a home for the timeless art of Bharathanatyam
Preserving a 2,000-Year-Old
Art Form With Love
Pooja Cultural Centre is a sanctuary for the classical Indian dance form of Bharathanatyam. Rooted in tradition and taught with modern warmth, our academy nurtures students of every age to discover rhythm, storytelling and grace through Natya. From the first Adavu to a graceful Arangetram, we walk every step with you.
Our curriculum blends the rigor of the Guru-Shishya Parampara with structured, joyful learning, building not just dancers, but confident performers and storytellers.
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Meet Pooja
Pooja Sriram
Bharathanatyam Dancer & Teacher
Pooja Sriram is a Bharathanatyam classical dancer who is a lawyer by education and training. Her lifelong passion for the arts has found expression through the classical dance form of Bharathanatyam - having begun her own training at the tender age of six, she has dedicated many years to mastering this ancient art form's rhythm, expression and spiritual depth.
Training & Lineage
- ✦Began training under Smt. Kanaka Srinivasan, a direct disciple of the legendary Guru Vazhuvoor Ramiah Pillai, in the esteemed Vazhuvoor padathi (tradition).
- ✦Later trained under Smt. Kalyani Shekhar, niece of Guru K.N. Dandayudhapani Pillai - blending the abhinaya of the Vazhuvoor tradition with the nritta and natyam of the Dandayudhapani style.
- ✦Completed her Arangetram at the age of fourteen, and had the rare opportunity to learn from the legendary Smt. Yamini Krishnamurthy.
- ✦Trained in Carnatic Classical (South Indian) Music for many years under Vidwan O.V. Subramanian.
Recognition & Achievements
- ✦Performed extensively in India and abroad, including in several of Smt. Kanaka Srinivasan's acclaimed dance productions and numerous solo recitals for prestigious sabhas.
- ✦Won the Sahitya Kala Parishad scholarship for young classical dancers.
- ✦Empanelled artist of the Indian Council of Cultural Relations (ICCR).
- ✦Represented India internationally as part of cultural delegations.
Science Behind the Art
Pooja has also completed a course as a Master Trainer in Exercise Science and Diet & Nutrition from the K11 Institute of Exercise Sciences in Mumbai, where she later served as a lecturer. She brings this understanding of the human muscular system and exercise science into her teaching, helping students learn movements correctly with proper body alignment, muscle engagement and technique.
Now beginning her work as a Bharathanatyam teacher in Perth, Pooja hopes to inspire learners of all ages, nationalities and cultural backgrounds to come together and experience the grace, discipline and joy that define this timeless Indian classical dance. She welcomes all who wish to embark on a meaningful journey into this art form.
“A deep commitment not only to preserving tradition, but to sharing its beauty and discipline with others.”
For details regarding classes, please contact directly on 0479 165 010
Our Classes
Structured programs for every age and skill level, from curious beginners to accomplished performers.
Beginners (Ages 5+)
Foundations of posture, Adavus, rhythm and basic mudras in a fun, nurturing environment.
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Jatiswarams, Shabdams and expanded repertoire with focus on Nritta precision.
Enroll Now →Advanced & Repertoire
Varnams, Padams and Abhinaya training to build emotive, mature storytelling.
Enroll Now →Arangetram Preparation
One-on-one intensive coaching to prepare for your solo debut performance.
Enroll Now →Adult Batches
Never too late: dedicated weekend batches for adult learners of all levels.
Enroll Now →Online Classes
Live, interactive sessions for students learning from anywhere in the world.
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