KTA
Serving Telugu-speaking families in Knoxville with programs that honour culture and community.
Who we are
Volunteer-led and community-driven — Telugu-speaking families and friends across East Tennessee celebrating culture, raising generous kids, and giving back locally.
We nurture Telugu language, heritage, and friendships while strengthening ties across generations in East Tennessee.
A welcoming, volunteer-led hub where families celebrate culture together, serve locally, and support each other through life’s milestones.
Volunteers
Knoxville Telugu Association is volunteer-led. We rely on families to help with festivals, sports days, setup, registration tables, photography, and youth activities.
Tell us how you would like to help — we will match you with a committee lead.
Youth & language
Telugu language and heritage classes for children meet on Sundays at the HCC Temple. Programs include Mana Badi and Purna Vidya sessions led by volunteer teachers.
Sundays · Hindu Community Center (HCC Temple) · 8580 Hickory Creek Road, Lenoir City, TN 37771
Serving the greater Knoxville area.
For enrollment and class details, email the leadership team or use the contact form — a volunteer will respond.
Athletics
Inclusive seasons for families — beginners welcome, respect non‑negotiable.
Weekend nets, friendly fixtures, and room for beginners.
Our cricket circle focuses on inclusive play for youth and adults. We emphasize coaching, equipment sharing, and rotating schedules so families can participate without pressure.
Learn more
Indoor sessions that prioritise fun and fundamentals.
Volleyball nights are designed for mixed skill levels. We split time between drills and scrimmages so everyone gets meaningful touches on the ball.
Learn more
Fast, social doubles on compact courts — easy to learn, hard to put down.
Pickleball sessions welcome beginners and seasoned players alike. We organise round-robin play, skill-friendly brackets, and short coaching blocks so everyone gets time on the court.
Learn moreCalendar
This year — June picnic (3–10 PM), August India Fest at HCC Temple (11 AM–5 PM), and October Bathukamma / Dussehra (details coming soon).
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Saturday June 14 — 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Outdoor picnic with lawn games, cricket tennis ball toss, sack races, and a relaxed BBQ-style dinner.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
August at the Hindu Community Center (HCC Temple), 11:00 AM–5:00 PM — lights, bazaar stalls, stage showcases, kids’ diya craft, and community celebration. Exact August date will be confirmed soon.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
October in Knoxville — Bathukamma, Navratri, garba/dandiya, and Vijayadashami. Exact dates and venue will be announced when confirmed.
Leadership
A short introduction — meet the full team on our leadership page.
Questions about festivals, sports, Sunday language classes at the HCC Temple, or lending a hand? Reach out — a volunteer will reply.
KTA
Serving Telugu-speaking families in Knoxville with programs that honour culture and community.
Who we are
Volunteer-led and community-driven — Telugu-speaking families and friends across East Tennessee celebrating culture, raising generous kids, and giving back locally.
We nurture Telugu language, heritage, and friendships while strengthening ties across generations in East Tennessee.
A welcoming, volunteer-led hub where families celebrate culture together, serve locally, and support each other through life’s milestones.
Volunteers
Knoxville Telugu Association is volunteer-led. We rely on families to help with festivals, sports days, setup, registration tables, photography, and youth activities.
Tell us how you would like to help — we will match you with a committee lead.
Youth & language
Telugu language and heritage classes for children meet on Sundays at the HCC Temple. Programs include Mana Badi and Purna Vidya sessions led by volunteer teachers.
Sundays · Hindu Community Center (HCC Temple) · 8580 Hickory Creek Road, Lenoir City, TN 37771
Serving the greater Knoxville area.
For enrollment and class details, email the leadership team or use the contact form — a volunteer will respond.
Athletics
Inclusive seasons for families — beginners welcome, respect non‑negotiable.
Weekend nets, friendly fixtures, and room for beginners.
Our cricket circle focuses on inclusive play for youth and adults. We emphasize coaching, equipment sharing, and rotating schedules so families can participate without pressure.
Learn moreIndoor sessions that prioritise fun and fundamentals.
Volleyball nights are designed for mixed skill levels. We split time between drills and scrimmages so everyone gets meaningful touches on the ball.
Learn moreFast, social doubles on compact courts — easy to learn, hard to put down.
Pickleball sessions welcome beginners and seasoned players alike. We organise round-robin play, skill-friendly brackets, and short coaching blocks so everyone gets time on the court.
Learn moreCalendar
This year — June picnic (3–10 PM), August India Fest at HCC Temple (11 AM–5 PM), and October Bathukamma / Dussehra (details coming soon).
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Saturday June 14 — 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Outdoor picnic with lawn games, cricket tennis ball toss, sack races, and a relaxed BBQ-style dinner.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
August at the Hindu Community Center (HCC Temple), 11:00 AM–5:00 PM — lights, bazaar stalls, stage showcases, kids’ diya craft, and community celebration. Exact August date will be confirmed soon.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
October in Knoxville — Bathukamma, Navratri, garba/dandiya, and Vijayadashami. Exact dates and venue will be announced when confirmed.
Leadership
A short introduction — meet the full team on our leadership page.
Questions about festivals, sports, Sunday language classes at the HCC Temple, or lending a hand? Reach out — a volunteer will reply.
