About Pray

Your Favorite Bollywood Dance Teacher in Austin

From the moment young Prayrana Sharma watched her first Bollywood movie, something came alive inside of her! Growing up in Hyderabad, India, she was captivated by Bollywood icon Sridevi, who could tell stories with just a look and express a world of emotions through her graceful movements. Mesmerized by this artistry, Prayrana began practicing those captivating dance sequences on her own. If you've ever seen Prayrana dance, you can easily see the Sridevi influence in her expressive style. Her passion for Bollywood dance shines through in every class, workshop, and performance she leads.

Now a dedicated Bollywood Dance Teacher in Austin, Texas, Prayrana is committed to sharing the magic of Bollywood dance with everyone—be it through a beginner's class, wedding choreography, or group celebration. Austin has become the city she proudly calls home, and it’s here that she has brought her extensive experience to life.

Prayrana honed her skills through nine years of rigorous training at the Shiamak Dance Academy in India, where she absorbed the foundations of dance with discipline and grace. With over nine years of being deeply rooted in Austin's vibrant and inclusive culture, opening her studio, Sway with Pray, felt like the most natural progression.

SWAY WITH PRAY is more than a dance studio—it's a space where Bollywood dance meets joy, inclusivity, and artistry. Here, every step, every beat, and every class is infused with the energy and spirit of Bollywood, offering a warm and inviting space for all levels. Whether you’re a bride dreaming of a mesmerizing Sangeet performance, a beginner looking to embrace Bollywood’s rhythmic charm, or someone seeking to experience the joy of dance, Sway with Pray is ready to welcome you into this world of rhythm and expression.

Meet the Team

  • Stephanie

    Dancer & Instructor

    Stephanie started her dance journey by learning ballet, jazz, folklorico and classical flamenco for 10 years. She danced with Aztlan Dance Company, a Latin Contemporary group, then went on to A'lante Flamenco and delved into flamenco for another 10 years, all while teaching salsa aerobics classes at Esquina Tango for 16 yrs. Now she is having a blast teaching and dancing Bollywood!

  • Laasya

    Dancer

    Laasya loves pink, flowers, social activities, and, of course, dancing! She is always happy and having fun if she is on the dance floor.

  • Julie

    Dancer

    By day Julie is a software developer for Veterans Affairs, and at night you can find her dancing with glitter! She has danced tango, flamenco, Tahitian hula, zapateado, cumbia, samba and now Bollywood. She fell in love with Bollywood music twenty years ago after listening to “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai”.

  • Trisha

    Dancer

    Trisha is a software engineer by profession and dancer at heart. Her hobbies include traveling, cooking, and gardening. Some days she likes to party, while others she loves spending time with herself. Dancing brings her joy and makes her feel alive!

  • Anuradha

    Dancer

    Anuradha works on technical problems by day, but would prefer to spend most of it learning and creating art forms. Aside from SWP, she studies Kathak dance and the Indian classical arts as both a practitioner and amateur historian.

  • Sucheta

    SEO and Content Manager

    Based out of Bangalore, India, Sucheta has around 7 years of experience in SEO and content writing. In the past, she has worked for renowned companies like Prime Focus Technologies, TCS, and the Landmark group (UAE). Currently she manages website content for HGS and Sway With Pray and helps budding entrepreneurs and startup runners be successful.

  • Preetesh

    Video Editor

    Preetesh Kayanadath has 13 years of experience as a video editor and motion graphics artist. He has worked with companies like Brandish Media Entertainment, IL&FS EDUCATION, and Shiamak Davar Institute of Performing Arts. His media production company is called Mania Studio, Mumbai, and he is also a part of SWP.

  • Cassius

    Photographer & Videographer

    Cassius Garcia is an Austin-based photographer and videographer. Specializing in event videography and fashion/lifestyle photography. Experience includes shooting for social gatherings as well as for the portfolios of models seeking representation.