Meet The Team

Sangeetha is the co-founder and Artistic Director of Swara Nritya School of Arts, with over 15 plus years of experience as a performer and educator trained in Bollywood and Bharatanatyam.
She has performed on 100+ national and international stages across India, the UK, Japan, and the USA, showcasing styles including Bollywood, Classical, South Indian cinema, and Contemporary dance.
A passionate mentor, she empowers students of all ages to perform, compete, and grow—living by her motto, “Love what you do and do what you love.

Tamara Tirják is the co-founder and Artistic Director of Swara Nritya School of Arts, Cambridge, and an internationally trained Odissi dancer originally from Hungary.
With a foundation in rhythmic gymnastics, ballet, and oriental dance, she has dedicated herself to Odissi since 2010, training under eminent gurus including Padmashree Ileana Citaristi and performing across Europe and India.
A passionate educator, she teaches Odissi and Yoga to children and adults, nurturing both technical excellence and artistic depth.

Santhoshi Iyer began her Carnatic music journey at the age of four and trained under renowned gurus including Manjula Rao, Shakthivel, and M.S. Sheela. Her devotional album Aanantha Bala reflects her deep spiritual connection and belief in music as a source of inner peace.
A devoted educator, she believes in music as a source of inner peace and blends spiritual values with musical excellence in her teaching.
She was recently honored with the prestigious title “Gana Kaladhara” by Griffin London for her contributions to Carnatic music.

Bhargavi is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer with a Vidwat (Master’s) qualification and over 15 years of teaching experience across India, Singapore, Indonesia, and the UK.
A passionate artist with a strong cultural foundation, she has performed, choreographed, and directed classical, semi-classical, and folk dance productions at national and international platforms.
She joined Swara Nritya School of Arts in 2024 as a Bharatanatyam dance teacher and has also trained in Balinese classical dance under Guru Nyoman Trianawati in Indonesia.

Elli Sanghavi joined Swara Nritya School of Arts in 2024 and is a member of the SNC Advanced Dance Team.

A trained Bollywood and Kathak dancer from Canada, she has performed on various stages across Canada and the UK.

Alongside her artistic pursuits, Elli is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Ophthalmology at Anglia Ruskin University.

Janani’s musical journey began at the age of five under esteemed gurus, and she holds a Carnatic Music Lower Grade Diploma from the Directorate of Government Examinations, Tamil Nadu. She has performed at renowned venues including the UK Mahalakshmi Temple during Navarathri and Sai Samithi (Karaikudi). Janani guides students in Carnatic music, Devarnamas, and shlokas—fostering not only technical skill but also a deep cultural and spiritual appreciation for music.

Navya has been part of the dance school since she was 5 years old, and Sangeetha’s passion and commitment have always been a source of inspiration for her.  Navya has been passionate about dance for as long as she can remember. As a child, it was her way of being creative, sharing laughs with friends, and challenging herself to master new steps—a love that has only grown over the years.

Now as a teacher, Navya finds her work especially rewarding. The energy, enthusiasm, and fearlessness of the kids she teaches inspire her every day. Watching them give their all in classes and performances is one of her favorite parts of the job.

Many of Navya’s closest friendships began here, and teaching now feels like a full-circle moment—especially when she choreographs dances she once learned herself. Navya is deeply grateful to be part of this community and loves giving back to the place that shaped her journey.

Jia has been part of Swara Nritya since she was 6 years old, with Sangeetha as her first dance teacher. For Jia, dance is a way to express herself, unleash her creativity, and find moments of relaxation. It’s not just a passion but also a stress reliever and a source of joy. She loves the sense of community dance creates, the friendships she has built, and the valuable skills and experiences she has gained along the way.

What Jia enjoys most about teaching is watching her students grow to love dance as much as she does. Seeing their happiness and excitement in every lesson is incredibly rewarding and fuels her passion for sharing the art of dance. Over the years, Sangeetha has become a key influence in her life, offering support, encouragement, and countless opportunities to grow. From performances and competitions to teaching younger students, these experiences have shaped Jia both in and out of dance. She is proud to give back to the community that has given her so much.