About us

Our team

YH

Yaniel Hernandez

Director of Website

AB

Ahladita Balraj

Founder/CEO

NP

Neha Pinnamaneni

Director of Social Media

OUR STORY

Operation Natya was founded to address a growing but often overlooked issue: the physical and emotional isolation faced by seniors.

While traditional arts programming focuses on performance, we focus on presence.

Our programs prioritize accessibility, emotional engagement, and consistent care.

Why Dance?

Movement engages the body and mind simultaneously. Research shows that structured movement can improve balance, mood, cognition, and emotional well-being in older adults.

We adapt cultural movement principles into safe, inclusive formats that meet seniors where they are.

Our Values

  • Dignity before aesthetics
  • Consistency over one-time events
  • Safety and accessibility
  • Respect for cultural roots
  • Measurable impact

OUR PROGRAMS

Senior Movement Workshops

Weekly or bi-weekly 30-minute sessions designed for seniors of all mobility levels.

Each session includes:

  • Gentle warm-up
  • Seated or standing movement
  • Rhythm-based coordination
  • Emotional engagement through music
  • Cool-down and reflection

Curriculum Philosophy

Our curriculum is:

  • Adaptable to mobility levels
  • Emotion-led, not performance-based
  • Trauma-informed and consent-focused
  • Designed with safety as the first priority

Measuring Impact

We track:

  • Participation and engagement
  • Mood and energy shifts
  • Mobility confidence
  • Resident feedback