Swati Prasad Pyda is a movement artist, wellness practitioner, and social entrepreneur with over 12 years of experience in Odissi, Kalaripayattu, and Yoga. As the founder of Kommunity, Swati combines her artistic talents and entrepreneurial vision to create a unique movement wellness platform centered on holistic health and well-being.

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Swati’s journey in wellness began early through Yoga, shaping her approach to life and her surroundings. A certified SVYASA Yoga teacher and a student in Iyengar Yoga, she brings depth and precision to her teaching. Swati discovered her artistic calling in Odissi, a form she continues to nurture on stage today, building on over a decade of performance and teaching.

Her exploration of Kalaripayattu has been transformative, evolving into a core part of her movement wellness practice. She has trained with Krishna Pratap in Bangalore, as well as at Attakalari and Hindusthan Kalari Sangam, and she continues to train under Vinodh Kadangal. Kalari has become a powerful catalyst for her to dive deeper into the world of movement wellness, exploring its spiritual and healing aspects.

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Inspired by ancestral wisdom, Swati’s approach blends tradition with contemporary relevance, making her teachings accessible and effective in today’s fast-paced world. Through Kommunity, she aims to create a space where ancient practices support modern lives, encouraging connection, resilience, and well-being. Her offerings, including workshops, city classes, park sessions, and residencies in India, engage urban audiences in a journey toward holistic wellness grounded in ancestral practices.