Chauladevi Institute of Dance & Yoga

Chauladevi Institute of Dance & Yoga (C.I.D.Y.) teaches Indian culture through dance. Teaching at C.I.D.Y. is eclectic, covering the full spectrum of Indian Dance from the classical elegance of Bharat Natyam, and colorful exuberance of traditional folk pieces, to the thoroughly contemporary expression of modern creative choreography. Dance classes are offered at various locations throughout Southeastern Michigan. C.I.D.Y. also offers Yoga and Meditation training.

2024 was a year of awards for our founder & teacher, Ms. Chaula Thacker.

In March of 2024, Ms. Thacker received the

Detroit Duchess Award for Excellence in Art

In June 2024, Ms. Thacker was chosen as a

2024 Kresge Artist Fellow

Chauladevi Institute of Dance and Yoga, Ms. Thacker’s dance academy, just completed a milestone 45 years this April. Additionally, her non-profit, Nadanta, has been instrumental in the promotion & propagation of the Indian classical arts in the metro-Detroit area and beyond for over 35 years!

We at C.I.D.Y. could not be happier for her to receive these honors!