Mrs. Kavitha Raj is a Diploma UG and PG holder in Classical Dance. Her deep love for dance was nurtured and enhanced by Guru Natiya Vishaarath V. Chithra starting at the young age of 8. She earned her Diploma in Dance and Nattuvanga Kalaimani from Tamilisai College, where she was also honored with the title "Natiya Visharath". She further advanced her academic qualifications by completing her B. Bharathanatyam and M. Bharathanatyam at Annamalai University, Chidambaram.
She is a proud disciple of the legend Pudhuvai GURU K. KRISHNAN. Under his guidance, she has performed extensively and won numerous prestigious accolades, including:
"AADYA NATYA MAHAMANI" AWARD – Presented by Aadhyalakshmi Arangamela, Lions Club International (2019)
"NALLASIRIYAR AWARDEE"
Having participated in a multitude of cultural programs and national-level competitions across India, she embarked on her teaching career over 14 years ago by establishing KAVITHA KALALAYA. Her cascading energy and unwavering fidelity to the art form continue to groom and empower numerous young, talented artists.