The School of Fashion Design, Media & Performing Arts at Rathinam Global Deemed to be University organised a pre-training session for Fashion Art Fest 2026, in preparation for the fashion festival scheduled to take place at Broadway, Coimbatore, on October 25, 2026.

The initiative was conducted in association with the Fashion Institute for Creative Skills and Broadway.

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The pre-training session aimed to prepare students for the upcoming fashion festival by providing practical exposure to runway presentation, model coordination, stage movement and fashion show choreography. The session focused on enhancing students’ confidence, presentation skills and understanding of the professional standards involved in fashion show production.

A key highlight of the session was the participation of Ameen Rasheed, renowned fashion choreographer and pageant trainer, who shared his professional expertise in fashion choreography, runway techniques and model presentation. His guidance provided students with valuable insights into body language, stage presence, discipline and coordination, which are essential for successful fashion shows.

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The event was coordinated by Rufiya, Head, Department of Costume Design and Fashion; Sathishanandan, Director of Event Management; and Raju, Associate Dean.

Rajalakshmi, Director, School of Fashion Design, Media & Performing Arts, witnessed the event and encouraged the initiative, which provided students with an opportunity to gain practical knowledge and professional exposure in the fashion industry.

The training session served as an important preparatory initiative, enabling students to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry practices. Through professional guidance and practical training, students were encouraged to develop their creative abilities and prepare to showcase their talents at Fashion Art Fest 2026.