10-06-2023 : Natrang, a renowned theater organization, recently organized an engaging event called “Fun and Fitness with Yoga” as part of its Summer Theatre Camp-2023. The session, facilitated by Ayush J&K, was a resounding success and provided the participating children with a valuable introduction to the fundamentals of Yoga, including Asana, Breathing, and Chanting.
The event was made possible through collaboration with the Directorate of Ayush J&K and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital in Jammu. With their support, a specialized program was tailored to the needs of the Natrang Children Theatre Workshop participants, enlightening them about the numerous health and fitness benefits associated with Yoga.
Dr. Arun Gupta, a respected figure from the Government Ayurvedic Hospital, led the session, demonstrating various Asanas, Pranayama, and Mudras to the enthusiastic children. The practical experience allowed them to delve deeper into the world of Yoga and understand its transformative potential.
In addition to the “Fun and Fitness with Yoga” program, the ongoing Natrang Theatre Camp-2023 aims to prepare a captivating full-length play. This production will be presented before larger audiences, offering them the opportunity to witness a remarkable children’s play that emerges as a culmination of the summer theatre camp.
The meticulously designed training module for the workshop was developed by the esteemed Padmashree Balwant Thakur, a driving force behind the children’s theater movement in Jammu. Further refinement and enhancements to the module have been carried out by Suraj Singh, Anil Tickoo, Neeraj Kant, Sanjeev Gupta, Aarushi Thakur Rana, Chander Shekhar, and other senior members of Natrang.
Ensuring the smooth functioning of the workshop is a dedicated team of artists and trainers, including Gauri Thakur (Workshop Coordinator), Mohd. Yaseen, Meenakshi Bhagat, Kananpreet Kaur, Palshin Dutta, Mihir Gujral, and Sheryaar Salaria. Their expertise and commitment contribute significantly to the participants’ overall experience.
Among the attendees of the session were numerous talented individuals, including Shafaq Fatimah, Tasmia Shafquat, Akshit Basur, Samrat Sharma, Advait Soham, Raaga Sharma, Adeesha Singh, Ruhaan Chandan, Jayaditya Singh, Supria Gorka, Shailaja Sandhu, Shambhavi Sharma, Sharvil Mahajan, Shranaya Mahajan, Javir Singh, Reet Gupta, Aryan Gupta, Adira Gupta, Daivik Gupta, Mehak Chib, Abhiraj Sharma, Sadhya Sharma, Araiya Shan, Mrigasya Shan, Daiwik Shan, Advik Sharma, Tanmay Chopra, Tanishkka Chopra, Aarav Vashisht, Aadhya Thukral, Kavya Jandial, Jeevansh Sharma, Arindam Kohli, Aarohi Kohli, Saanchi Dutta, Dwijesh Dutta, Riaan Gupta, Manavi Bhushan, Anadika Pandoh, Kavyaansh Gandotra, Shnaya Gupta, Shravya Sharma, Audvik Badyal, Kamakhya Bali, Vidhanshi Jamwal, Viyaan Sharma, Nitya Sharma, Prial Ashok Gupta, Droan Dushyant Kohli, Anmol Sharma, Kushan Malhotra, and Pragya Wadhera.
The collective efforts of Natrang, Ayush J&K, and the talented participants have ensured that the “Fun and Fitness with Yoga” session at the Children Theatre Workshop was a memorable and enriching experience for everyone involved.