From Global Sales to Global Dance Fusion
I believe that 'Ayurveda and Dance' were written in my Kismet, (destiny) and foretold in my Dharma, (the cosmic law) Why you may ask? Well, are you sitting comfortably? then let me begin
"Although Eating well, personal health, and cooking have been passions of mine for many years, it was not always that way. I was an obese child who struggled with weight and self-image. ​Even as I found moments of joy through dance. I watched loved ones face lifestyle-related health issues like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, and I too carried my own challenges. Still, deep down, I always believed transformation was possible.
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Ayurveda was my journey to wellness.​
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I grew up in the 1970s in Northwest London, England to lovely Mauritian immigrant parents and was ingrained into Hinduism from an early age. My late father Gaya Matabudul, was a Hindu Pandit,( priest) and a pillar of the Mauritian community who introduced me to Vedic traditions early on.
And every weekend as a nod to my Indian roots every Saturday I attended Kathak dance classes. I grew up performing semi classical Indian dance 'Kathak 'at temples across London.
My world was a multicultural vibrant mix of tradition and pop culture—from the tabla and temple bells to ‘80s dance music, and schoolyard dance battles. By eight, I had formed a dance group called Dream Girls, performing at school events and dreaming big.
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I also was lucky to spend many summers in Mauritius with my family and grandmother—who lived to 96 following an Ayurvedic lifestyle, which inspired me deeply. She lived off her land with her chickens, and now we have them too :) She had a medicine cabinet in her spice drawer that could fix anything, she basked in the sunshine daily, every day, ate vibrant vegetarian meals, and lived simply, in rhythm with nature.
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The Road to Hospitality
As I got older, I tried countless diets, but nothing truly worked—except dance. It was the one thing that always lifted my spirit and raised my vibration. I chose to travel the world, blending my love of travel, food, and celebration, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality & Culinary Arts—
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Lucky for me, my university was right next to the Ministry of Sound, so dance remained a constant rhythm in my life.While studying, I dove into salsa at Pineapple Studios and performed Mauritius’ national dance, Sega—a vibrant, tribal-inspired movement—in a professional troupe at corporate events.
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My career in luxury hospitality took me from London’s Park Lane to New York’s SoHo, where I immersed myself in global cultures, music, cuisine, dance, and ancient healing practices.
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Living out my Destiny (Kistmet)​
During my career in luxury boutique hotels and events—from London to New York—I held leadership roles and loved the creative energy, but something was missing. After my son was born, the fast-paced city life became overwhelming. I found myself burnt out, exhausted, and out of balance.
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That’s when I knew I needed a shift. I stepped away from hospitality to support our family business, The Cocktail Architect, and slowly began reconnecting with myself—through dance, writing, and returning to my roots. I began studying Ayurveda, the ancient healing science that had always quietly guided me.
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Later, while serving as Director of Business Development at the David Lynch Foundation, I discovered the priceless gift of Transcendental Meditation. Around the same time, my father passed away from complications related to type 2 diabetes. His death shook me deeply and reignited my commitment to holistic wellness.
I went on to become a Certified Ayurveda Holistic Coach through the Kerala Ayurveda Academy—embracing a path of healing, balance, and purpose. My mission is now clear: to help others reclaim their vitality and reconnect with the wisdom within.
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​Fast forward, a move from London to New york, an american husband and two beautiful boys later. Post-COVID, I left Brooklyn for new beginnings in the Hudson Valley. Surrounded by the mountains in my backyard and immersed in nature, I began dancing outside, and blending my passion for dance with my Ayurvedic teachings, drawing from my global travels and experience as a classically trained Kathak performer to create 'Global Dance Fusion'
Looking back, it’s clear all my experiences shaped my path, fusing ancient ancestral wisdom with modern life. They sparked the passion I now share through my work in Ayurveda wellness, movement, and food. that Ayurveda and dance were always part of my Kismet (destiny) and woven into my Dharma (cosmic path). I now feel as though this journey was meant for me, channeling my ancestors—perhaps as a Kathakar (storyteller) in a past life, who lived an Ayurvedic lifestyle and performed for temples and royalty. Most important to live up to my sanskrit name. Nandini a woman that bestows 'joy.'