The Shakti Movement
About
Shivani Parepally is a Kuchipudi dancer, teacher, and founder of the Shakti Movement, based in Austin, TX. Blending deep classical training with modern influences, she helps individuals reconnect to their body and inner Shakti through dance, yoga, and breathwork. A lifelong student of Kuchipudi, Shivani is known for her grace, energy, and soulful performances. Through teaching, performance, and her ongoing studies in Indian Artistic Philosophy, she strives to make classical dance accessible, inspiring, and relevant for today’s world.
Work
Shivani teaches, choreographs, and performs classical and contemporary Indian dance, with a focus on Kuchipudi. Through her organization, the Shakti Movement, she creates spaces for individuals to explore movement as a path to self-connection, empowerment, and cultural expression.
Shivani champions Indian classical arts through immersive classes, soul-led performances, and holistic wellness practices rooted in yoga and breathwork. Currently based in Austin, TX, she also travels to share her work through workshops, festivals, and cross-cultural collaborations. Her mission is to make classical dance more accessible and alive for modern audiences, blending tradition with transformation.
Through every class, choreography, and performance, Shivani is committed to keeping the spirit of ancient traditions alive while making them accessible and meaningful for today’s world.
Join her in a class, performance, or collaboration and reconnect with the powerful, creative energy within you.
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