Thiruvananthapuram, June 21
Natyaveda College of Performing Arts, Vattiyoorkavu, marked International Yoga Day on Sunday with a special message highlighting the close relationship between yoga, classical dance and holistic well-being.
Extending Yoga Day greetings, the institution said, “Asana in stillness, Natya in motion. True dance is nothing but a moving meditation.” The message underscored the importance of achieving harmony between mind, body and soul through the combined practice of yoga and artistic expression.
According to Natyaveda, yoga forms an integral part of a dancer’s training, helping improve flexibility, concentration, breath control, balance and physical endurance. The institution noted that the principles of yoga are deeply embedded in India’s classical dance traditions, where every movement and posture reflects mindfulness, discipline and spiritual awareness.
“Today the Natyaveda family celebrates the perfect alignment of mind, body and soul through the divine rhythm of expression and breath,” the institution said while observing the International Yoga Day celebrations.
The institution also announced that admissions to its yoga programmes are now open.
Located in Vattiyoorkavu in Thiruvananthapuram, Natyaveda College of Performing Arts is recognised as one of the leading institutions dedicated to performing arts education in the region. Established in 1999, the institution has grown into a major centre for nurturing young talent in classical dance, music and fine arts.
Natyaveda offers undergraduate degree programmes, diploma courses and hobby classes across a wide range of artistic disciplines. Its dance programmes include Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattom, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Kathakali and folk dance, while its music courses cover Carnatic classical music, Western music and instrumental training, including harmonium and accordion.
The institution also offers Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA) and undergraduate diploma programmes aimed at providing students with comprehensive training in performing arts.
Over the years, Natyaveda has organised numerous cultural programmes, workshops and artistic initiatives that promote India’s rich classical traditions while encouraging creativity and personal development among students.
The institution is led and managed by Sony Kalamandalam and Sundar Malayil, who have played a key role in its growth as a centre of excellence for arts education in Kerala.
By combining traditional artistic training with yoga and wellness practices, Natyaveda continues to promote a holistic approach to education, helping students develop not only their artistic abilities but also discipline, confidence and inner balance. On International Yoga Day, the institution reaffirmed its commitment to fostering physical, mental and spiritual well-being through the enduring connection between yoga and the performing arts.
