Top image: With participants at the YM and YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (Image credit: Padma Narayan) ​​

Testimonials 
I am so glad that the individuals that have participated in my sessions find value in my work. Below are a few quotes from participants.

• Program manager: Charles Markham
  • “My name is Charles Markham and I serve as one of the program managers for the Onsite & Special Programs Department at DOROT. We had the good fortune of working with Sloka to lead a workshop series on Classical Indian Dance for our group of older adults. Through Sloka’s clear and concise instruction our participants were able to learn and experience the rich culture and history connected to the classical dance form. Our department’s mission is to offer our constituents global perspectives through engaging programs that cultivate community and a deep respect for people, arts & culture; Sloka’s classes did not fall short of elevating this mission. She is warm and inviting, she brought a wealth of knowledge, and held space for participants to learn, grow, and have fun. The innate connection between storytelling and movement within the Classical Indian Dance form resonated with our community as it allowed them to move but also find their own voice within the practice. We welcome Sloka back to DOROT with open arms anytime because she is not only an experienced, educated, and engaging facilitator but also a wonderful human to work with.”
  Participant: Ms. Carol Schachter 
  • "One mother and daughter dressed in ceremonial saris during one of the series,  and there were tears of joy and sorrow at her last episode. I am not embarrassed to say some of those tears were of my own; however, they were tears of joy because I knew I'd be seeing my dear friend again and again. And this is only one tiny aspect of the global outreach Dr. Iyengar employs to give Bharatanatyam immortality and in the process to honor relatives, living and deceased, of her own. This passion is both personal and international."