Welcome to Samaya Arts Academy
& Kala Arpana Fine Arts!
Samaya Arts Academy is a pioneer in yoga, dance, and art education. All sessions are instructed by qualified instructors who collaborate to tailor each dancer's education and support each student in realizing their full potential. One of the main factors influencing our success is our reputation for motivating students of all ages to achieve their full potential. We believe a teacher's impact on a student's future goes beyond what happens in the classroom. Our educational methodology is built on establishing a love of the arts while fostering each child's self-esteem, long-lasting friendships, and confidence.
Our Story
Samaya Arts Academy was formed in 2009 to promote Indian classical dance forms, music, visual arts, and yoga. Based in Central New Jersey, classes are taught in the Vazhuvoor style of Bharatanatyam. Guru Kala S. Naresh is the founder and creative director of Samaya Arts Academy. Apart from this, she is also the artistic director of Kala Arpana Fine arts, a non-profit organization dedicated to visual and performing arts. Acharya Kala Naresh is a dedicated dancer, choreographer, visual artist, painter, and textile designer who has done customized designs for many stores, including Crate and Barrel & Bed bath. She did her Master’s in Fine Arts and an MBA and has displayed several unique artworks at well-renowned art exhibitions in NJ. Kala always dreamt of having her own Arts Academy, and her dream came true.
Kala has choreographed countless dance shows and events. Her dance ensembles have won numerous awards and consistently placed first during competitions. Some of her most notable performances took place in the Belgium Consulate in the presence of the Prince of Belgium. She has also hosted many TV programs on Doordarshan and Raj TV. She has danced in many television programs and all shabhas in Chennai. Kala believes in giving every student individual attention and working on every detail of the dance
to keep the traditional bani (or style) intact.