'As an exponent of Bharatnatyam she has won the laurels and appreciations from the International scholars and the leading dance critics of India for her grasp, depth and versatility on this subject'.
Ganna Smirnova is one of the leading exponents of Indian classical dance in Eastern Europe. A highly consummate performer, academic researcher, a trained yoga teacher (Yoga Shiromani), author, organizer and dance teacher par excellence, Ganna has achieved many a milestones in her journey as an exponent of Indian classical dance, Bharatanatyam. She learned for more than six years continuously with the most rigorous and highly intensive training under Guru Smt. Jayalakshmi Eswar with the spirit of the strict Guru Shishya Parampara.