Sri Shambavi Gopi
Bharatanatyam Dance Guru
Sri Shambavi
Srishambavi began her Bharatanatyam journey at the age of 4 under the tutelage of Guru Smt. Shakunthala, a dedicated disciple of Guru Vazhuvoor Mani Pillai. After completing her engineering degree, she moved to the United States, where she focused on advancing her Bharatanatyam training.
With a Master of Fine Arts in Bharatanatyam, Srishambavi is known for her dedication and excellence in the classical dance field. She founded Bharathashetra School of Dance with a vision to promote both the pedagogy and artistic elements of Bharatanatyam in the DFW metroplex. Passionate about lifelong learning, she continues to refine her craft by exploring innovative techniques and the aesthetics of Bharatanatyam, including the intricate art of nattuvangam, under the mentorship of Guru Kalaimamani Sri. Madurai R. Muralidharan.