Kerala Nadanam
Expressive theatrical form integrating rhythm, abhinaya and narrative — a jewel of Kerala's classical heritage.
Classical Artist & Educator
Steena RajA life devoted to classical dance
- Classical Dancer
- Choreographer
- Dance Teacher
A graceful professional classical dancer with a deep sense of rhythm, a profound feeling for music, and a creative ability to express ideas and stories through movement — known for stamina, discipline, and the harmony of body and tala.
A multi-skilled performer who translates technique into emotion, working with singers, musicians, artists and actors across artistic platforms.
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My Journey
Five decades of learning,
still a student
From a five-year-old's first adavu to a lifelong pursuit under some of Kerala and Tamil Nadu's most respected gurus.
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The Beginning · Age Five
Sri. Sylendran
Started to learn dance at the age of five under the celebrated South Indian choreographer and dancer Sri. Sylendran — disciple of Chitra Visweswaran (Chennai) and Director of Chidambaram Bharata Natya Institute.
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Mohiniyattam
Kalamandalam Hymavathi & Kalamandalam Vimala Menon
Trained in the lasya tradition of Kerala — soft, lyrical and deeply meditative — under two of Mohiniyattam's most respected teachers.
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Kerala Nadanam
Guru Sreshta Anchal K Sivanandan Nair and others
Studied under doyens including Joy R Nath, Dr. Kalamandalam Raji Subin, Dr. Joy Krishnan, Kavitha Pradeep and Vineetha.
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Ottan Thullal & Kathakali
Kalamandalam Geethanandan Master · Nelliyodu Vasudevan Namboothiri
Ottan Thullal under Kalamandalam Geethanandan Master, and Kathakali from the legendary Nelliyodu Vasudevan Namboothiri.
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Today · Still Learning
Gopika Varma · Saran Mohan · Nelliyodu Vishnu Namboothiri
Currently learning Mohiniyattam from Kalaimamani Gopika Varma, Bharathanatyam from Kalakshethra Saran Mohan, and Kathakali from Nelliyodu Vishnu Namboothiri — a continuous journey of dedication and devotion to the classical arts.
Art Forms
Disciplines & Art Forms
Five classical traditions, each with its own grammar of rhythm, gesture and emotion — practised, performed and taught.
Bharatanatyam
Powerful geometry, rhythmic precision and expressive storytelling rooted in the temples of Tamil Nadu.
Mohiniyattam
Graceful, lyrical dance tradition of Kerala emphasising lasya — soft, feminine and deeply meditative.
Kuchippudi
Dynamic classical dance-drama blending vivid character work, rhythm and graceful movement.
Carnatic Music
South Indian classical vocal tradition rich in raga, tala and devotional expression — the soul of dance.
Education & Training
Navarasa School of
Dance and Music
Where art meets soul — a nurturing home for classical training in Ooruttambalam, Thiruvananthapuram.
Navarasa School of Dance and Music is dedicated to preserving and transmitting the rich legacy of classical Indian arts to the next generation. Founded on the philosophy that dance is a spiritual practice as much as a performing art, the school provides a nurturing environment for students of all ages and levels.
Named after the nine rasas — the emotions that form the bedrock of Indian aesthetics — Navarasa believes every student carries a unique artistic voice, and our role is to reveal it.
Training is offered in structured batches with individual attention, guided by decades of performance and teaching experience at the highest classical levels.
Classical Dance
Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam, Kerala Nadanam and Kuchippudi.
Carnatic Music
Vocal training from beginner to advanced, rooted in gurukul method.
Abhinaya
Expressive gesture and emotional interpretation — the language of the heart.
Stage Exposure
Cultural events and performance opportunities for every student.
On Stage
Performances & Engagements
Available for temple and festival stages, cultural programmes, choreography commissions and lecture demonstrations across Kerala and beyond.
Temple & Festival Stages
Classical solo and ensemble recitals for temple utsavams, cultural festivals and community celebrations.
Choreography & Production
Original choreography for stage productions, thematic presentations and collaborative work with musicians and actors.
Lecture Demonstrations
Talks and demonstrations on rasa, abhinaya and the classical repertoire for schools, colleges and cultural bodies.
Student Arangetrams
Guidance, training and stage direction for students preparing their debut classical performance.
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Get in Touch
Contact & Location
For admission enquiries, performance bookings, or anything else — we'd love to hear from you.
Reach Us
AddressSangeetham, Chirayilkkavu Road, Neeramankuzhi,
Ooruttambalam P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695507,
Kerala, India
Ooruttambalam P.O., Thiruvananthapuram – 695507,
Kerala, India
Emailsteenaraj@gmail.com
Websitesteenaraj.com
Class TimingsStructured batches through the week — enquire for the current schedule.
Find Us
Nestled in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram district, easily accessible from the city centre.
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