About
I am a Body-Based Educator. I have experience in the social sector and the schooling system. I thrive in facilitating experiences and holding spaces for different groups in educational, therapeutic or workshop contexts.Â
I work through deep reflection and action or performance based research. I am excited to find different intersections of the body, learning, arts and nature.
Personal Motivation
Body-Mind
The intrinsic connection between the body and mind underscores the significance of fully inhabiting and nurturing ourselves. I want to cultivate a community that builds a heightened awareness of our bodies. Through movement, the arts, or everyday activities, embodying our experiences allows us to embrace our physicality, to connect with others on a visceral level, and to approach challenges with resilience and adaptability.
Creativity
Within the context of pedagogy, assessment, and curriculum building, embracing creativity is paramount to me for professional growth and instructional effectiveness, particularly when harnessed through movement, theatre, and embodied work. I want to be able tap into my own imaginative reservoir, fostering a dynamic and interactive learning environment. Creativity allows for innovative approaches to diversity and inclusion
Impact
I am driven by care and impact and therefore prefer to work with communities and in the education sector. It entails fostering a deep sense of empathy, nurturing individuals' critical consciousness and embodied awareness, and empowering them to challenge systemic injustices. The aim is to recognize their collective power to shape a more just and compassionate society.
Education
BA (Hons) in Combined Humanities (English, History and Philosophy)Â
Minor - Education Studies
Azim Premji University
June 2016 - 2019
ISC Board - 89% in (English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
Inventure Academy
2014
ICSE Board - 89%
Frank Anthony Public School
2012
Training and Certifications
200 Hour RYC - Yoga Alliance
2015
Certification from 1000Yoga in Hatha Yoga
Awakened Body - Embodied Philosophy Organisation, USA
March - May 2023
The course was an 8 week online embodied and theoretical program on the neurobiology of somatic practices, somatic psychotherapy and cultural and theoretical practices of embodiment that can engage the body towards healing and learning.
Body in Modernity - Navtej Singh Johar
October - November 2021
an academic discussion and reflection space facilated by Navtej Singh. It involved reading on diverse topics of modernity, capitalism, liberalism and embodiment framed in the principles of ancient texts, historical and cultural evidences and praxis.
Peer Counselling
2018
25 Hours of Peer Counselling Training through the Mental Health Department of Azim Premji University
Trinity Guildhall of Speech and Drama
2011
Grade 5 - Speech and DramaÂ
Grade 4 - Performing Text
Grade 4 - Speech and DramaÂ
Grade 3 - Speech and Drama
Kathak and Contemporary
2017
6 years of training in Kathak and Contemporary from Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography and STEM Dance Kampni
Open Water Diver
2016
PADI certified open water diving certification