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Hari OM Chinmaya Vrindavan invites you to attend the following Sanskrit Classes. Learn Sanskrit in the comfort of your home orattend in person based on your availability.   Starting from Summer 2024.   All courses currently will be online. May change depending on the situation. Additional time slots will be made available depending on conditions. Learn Sanskrit Grammar – the Paninian Way Sam 112-(Sam 111, 113)Session Time: Duration : Fee Session 1 Saturdays 9.00 -11.00 am EST 52 weeksFee: $500.00 (Single Adult) / $750 (a Couple) Session 2 Thursdays, 7.30-9.00pm EST 52 Weeks Fee: $500 (Single Adult) / $750 (A Couple) Two independent sessions run parallel; pick one to register and attend. This class is open for all those who want to start learning or polishing their knowledge of Sanskrit.  The course is a 100 level 8 Credit (4+4) course. It is a two 4 credit, 2 Semester courses with regularhomework assignments, quizzes midterms and finals.

Hari OM Chinmaya Vrindavan invites you to attend the following Sanskrit Classes. Learn Sanskrit in the comfort of your home orattend in person based on your availability.   Starting from Summer 2024.   All courses currently will be online. May change depending on the situation. Additional time slots will be made available depending on conditions. Learn the application of Sanskrit grammar using भगवद्गीता, भजगोविन्दम, गीतगोविन्दम् and other texts with शङ्करभाष्यम्, रामनुजभाष्यम where available. Learn Sanskrit Grammar- Applications –Sam 211Session On Wednesdays, 7.30-9.00pm EST 26 Weeks Fee: $250 (per Adult) / $375 (per Couple) Sam 211 Applications of Sanskrit Grammar. This course is open to those who have either taken the basic Sam 112 or with prior knowledge of the subject with the approval of the Instructor.  We will make use of the शङ्करभाष्यम् and other commentaries to understand the language and the text being studied. The course is a 200 level 4 Credit, one Semester course with regular homework assignments, quizzes midterms and finals.

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Hari OM Chinmaya Vrindavan invites you to attend the following Sanskrit Classes. Learn Sanskrit in the comfort of your home orattend in person based on your availability. Starting from Summer 2024.   All courses currently will be online. May change depending on the situation. Additional time slots will be made available depending on conditions. Sam 311 Advanced Sanskrit Grammar – This course is open to those who have either taken the basic Sam112 and Sam 211 or with prior knowledge of the subject with the approval of the Instructor. This is anadvanced Sanskrit Grammar using Scientific methods to understand the पाणिनी व्याकरणम् .The course is a 300 level 4 Credit, one Semester course with regular homework assignments, quizzesmidterms and finals Advanced Sanskrit Grammar- Sam 311 Session on Fridays, 7.30-9.00pm EST 26 Weeks Fee: $250(per Adult) / $375 (per Couple)

Hari OM Chinmaya Vrindavan invites you to attend the following session Telugu Poetry

The goal of this curriculum is to inspire a healthy reverence and understanding of why India is referred to as a sacred land, her glorious heritage and the goal of human  life as revealed by our Scriptures and lived by our saints. Children will gain clarity through the lives and spiritual journeys  of selected saints of India and Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda.

Inspire children to act with fearlessness, humility, conviction and faith as did Sri HanumanJi. Instill the eight virtues (ashta-siddhi) of Lord Hanuman that make Him a Super SuperMan!

Spark curiosity and understanding of Hindu Culture through interactive discussions, reflection, understanding and application of the concepts shared in the class. Topics include Symbolism of deities and basic concepts in vedanta such as four goals of life (purusharthas), the six virtues (shad sampati), the three qualities of the mind (gunas) and the four stages of life (ashramas).

Learn about the different Hindu deities through mythological stories, Shlokas, games, songs, arts&crafts and festival celebrations.

Simple values and discipline through the English Alphabet. The Chinmaya Mission Pledge and the meaning, message and values it imparts.

Self Unfoldment by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda is a text that helps the seeker to develop a strong foundation in the most basic concepts in Vedanta. Discussions and interactive activities ensure these concepts remain embedded in the experience of the student. With this foundation, the student is well prepared to study Prakarana Granthas, Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita. 

Nature is one of our greatest teachers: illustrate that anyone or anything in Nature can be our teacher if only we have humility and the proper attitude to recognize them.

Yato Dharmah Tato Jayah - Where there's Dharma, there's Victory. Victory is achieved by avoiding sins and performing right actions. Lessons from the Mahabharata serve as a foundation for teaching the concepts of Karma and Dharma. Morals are taught through provocative questions/answers of Yaksha Prasna. The practical application of dharmic concepts to one's own life are discussed in every lesson. 

Narrate the immortal story of Ramayana and inspire children through stories of Lord Rama, Mother Sita and Sri Hanuman.

The Chinmaya Bala Vihar program offers weekly cultural classes connecting children to their culture and values through fun-filled activities, stories and celebrations of festivals. Bala Vihar sessions enhance the overall development of the personality of a child at all levels - physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual.   This trial class is for NEW families who would like the opportunity to learn a little bit more about a typical Sunday class.

Based on books of the same name by Pujya Swami SwaroopanandaJi, this thought-provoking curriculum aims at equipping youth with the Vedantic tools that help perceive challenges as meaningful opportunities for inner growth and transformation. Managing your inner life i.e. the mind through sound Vedantic principles is the key to succesfully managing external challenges, situations and relationships. 

Based on Goswami TulsidasJi's Ramacharitamanas, the goal of this curriculum is  to make children aware that our capacity for knowledge depends on the caliber of our mind and intellect - and therefore, it is critical to quieten the mind and sharpen the intellect to be happy and succesful. And the way to do this is by assimilating the values described in the chaupais of the Ramacharitamanas - whereby we all can become an "address" of God.

Kindle devotion and faith in young minds through age-appropriate stories from the Srimad Bhagavatam. The curriculum focuses on episodes from the first nine cantos of Bhagavatam and cover the Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Vamana and Narasimha Avataras of Bhagavan Vishnu and related stories

Karma Sannyasa Yoga - The Roadmap to Truth   Join us for a deep dive into Bhagavad Geeta - Chapter 4.   Bhagavan Krishna reveals his divine nature and explains the importance of duty without attachment to results. He outlines paths to liberation—Jnana Yoga (knowledge), Karma Yoga (selfless action), and Bhakti Yoga (devotion)—underscoring the necessity of faith and surrender to the divine.

Parent & child program with songs, stories, arati, games, arts/crafts and fun activities designed to sow the seeds of spirituality in young, developing minds.

Self Unfoldment by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda is a text that helps the seeker to develop a strong foundation in the most basic concepts in Vedanta. Discussions and interactive activities ensure these concepts remain embedded in the experience of the student. With this foundation, the student is well prepared to study Prakarana Granthas, Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita. 

Simple values and discipline through the English Alphabet. The Chinmaya Mission Pledge and the meaning, message and values it imparts.

Nature is one of our greatest teachers: illustrate that anyone or anything in Nature can be our teacher if only we have humility and the proper attitude to recognize them.

The goal of this curriculum is to inspire a healthy reverence and understanding of why India is referred to as a sacred land, her glorious heritage and the goal of human  life as revealed by our Scriptures and lived by our saints. Children will gain clarity through the lives and spiritual journeys  of selected saints of India and Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda.

Inspire children to act with fearlessness, humility, conviction and faith as did Sri HanumanJi. Instill the eight virtues (ashta-siddhi) of Lord Hanuman that make Him a Super SuperMan!

Kindle devotion and faith in young minds through age-appropriate stories from the Srimad Bhagavatam. The curriculum focuses on episodes from the first nine cantos of Bhagavatam and cover the Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Vamana and Narasimha Avataras of Bhagavan Vishnu and related stories

Based on books of the same name by Pujya Swami SwaroopanandaJi, this thought-provoking curriculum aims at equipping youth with the Vedantic tools that help perceive challenges as meaningful opportunities for inner growth and transformation. Managing your inner life i.e. the mind through sound Vedantic principles is the key to succesfully managing external challenges, situations and relationships. 

Learn about the different Hindu deities through mythological stories, Shlokas, games, songs, arts&crafts and festival celebrations.

Spark curiosity and understanding of Hindu Culture through interactive discussions, reflection, understanding and application of the concepts shared in the class. Topics include Symbolism of deities and basic concepts in vedanta such as four goals of life (purusharthas), the six virtues (shad sampati), the three qualities of the mind (gunas) and the four stages of life (ashramas).

Yato Dharmah Tato Jayah - Where there's Dharma, there's Victory. Victory is achieved by avoiding sins and performing right actions. Lessons from the Mahabharata serve as a foundation for teaching the concepts of Karma and Dharma. Morals are taught through provocative questions/answers of Yaksha Prasna. The practical application of dharmic concepts to one's own life are discussed in every lesson. 

Based on Goswami TulsidasJi's Ramacharitamanas, the goal of this curriculum is  to make children aware that our capacity for knowledge depends on the caliber of our mind and intellect - and therefore, it is critical to quieten the mind and sharpen the intellect to be happy and succesful. And the way to do this is by assimilating the values described in the chaupais of the Ramacharitamanas - whereby we all can become an "address" of God.

Narrate the immortal story of Ramayana and inspire children through stories of Lord Rama, Mother Sita and Sri Hanuman.

Karma Sannyasa Yoga - The Roadmap to Truth   Join us for a deep dive into Bhagavad Geeta - Chapter 4.   Bhagavan Krishna reveals his divine nature and explains the importance of duty without attachment to results. He outlines paths to liberation—Jnana Yoga (knowledge), Karma Yoga (selfless action), and Bhakti Yoga (devotion)—underscoring the necessity of faith and surrender to the divine.

Children will learn about Hindu culture. A salient feature of this curriculum is an exhaustive explanation of our samskaras that gives children an understanding of why we do what we do so that they will follow rituals with its proper understanding. Ageless Guru describes the inspirational life of Swami Chinmayananda, a modern sage of extraordinary spiritual strength, love, tireless service, and metaphysical reach. 

For adults, we offer Vedantic education based on the Bhagavad Geeta, Upanishads, and other Advaita Vedanta texts using commentary by Swami Chinmayananda. Registration is required to attend the Vedanta Classes. CMSA offers Vedantic education based on the Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads and other Advaita Vedanta texts (using commentary by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda). Our resident Acharya, Shri Arvindji Bhagwat conducts regular classes on Sundays (in-person during Balavihar) as well as on weeknights (via online platforms like Zoom). We invite you to continue your spiritual journey through regular classes and study groups of Vedantic scriptures. 

This text highlights the fundamentals of Vedanta in a clear and logical manner appealing to the modern, scientific-minded generation. It demonstrates how to tap the immense potential power of our inner resources and thereby transform our lives.

Stories, Bhajans, Activities: Children learn about Hindu Deities such as Ganesha, Shiva, Krishna, Rama, Devis through stories, activities, bhajans, celebrations and much more.

Based on the popular book by the same name, this class educates our 5th/6th grade students in the profound symbolism of Sanatana Dharma/Hinduism.  The goal of this curriculum is to:● Explain the ideal that idols represent● Explain the symbolism of the Hindu deities: Ganesha, Shiva, Lord Vishnu,Goddesses, Sri Krsna, and Sri Rama● Explain the significance of traditional religious festivals attributed to the abovedeities and celebrate them

The curriculum covers the virtues of Hanumanji such as unwavering devotion, strength, wisdom, and intelligence. The children will learn how these qualities will serve as essential building blocks for their emotional, social, and moral development, helpingthem become well-rounded individuals. The curriculum also teaches the Hanuman Chalisa and its meaning. This sacred and powerful hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman imparts several valuable lessons to children. Through the stories and teachings contained in the Hanuman Chalisa, children will develop a deeper understanding of the importance of being humble in victory, gracious in defeat, and grateful for the blessings they receive in life.

Children will learn about Lord Sri Krishna and His virtues through Krishna Lila stories.They will also learn about the selfless supreme spiritual love and devotion of Gopis for Krishna which made them see Him everywhere.The goal of “My Twenty-Four Teachers” (adapted from the 11th canto of Bhagavatam) is to learn that anyone or anything can be our teacher if we have humility and the right attitude to recognize. Nature is one of our greatest teachers. Children will get a synopsis of precious teachings learnt by Saint Dattatreya from these twenty-four teachers. These gurus pave the path towards spiritual self-realization. 

To understand and appreciate Vedanta better, we begin with the introductory book of Kindle Life by Swami Chinmayananda. In this book, Swami Chinmayananda evades much of the technical jargon and initiates us into the essentials of higher, value-based learning. This study will serve as a strong foundation for further deeper Vedantic study and contemplation. Join us on a deeper journey to the Inner Self.   Audience: This is for those who like to gain a clear foundation on Vedantic concepts. This online study group will be led by Anju Arora and the text will be studied in a discussion and interactive format. The Zoom link to join the online session will be sent to registered participants.   Please follow the link to purchase book: https://www.chinmayapublications.com/kindle-life

Bollywood for ages 5-13. Dancers will be divided by age and placed into 4 different studios taught by 4 diferent teachers.    *2025 Moksha Arts T-Shirt Included   *All Moksha Arts communication happens via email. Please ensure you register with an email you check often.    *Fall semester will end with a year-end dancer-only showcase on Thursday, December 12th @ 5:30pm. This showcase will be for Moksha Arts dancers only. Parents will be invited to the end of year show on Saturday, June 7th at Symphony Space.    *Students dance barefoot in studio. Upon arrival, students will remove socks and shoes in studio.    *Students should wear comfortable clothing such as Moksha Arts t-shirt and leggings/sweatpants. No dresses or skirts.   *Hair must be pulled back/tied up in a tight ponytail or bun. Please ensure your dancer's hair tie does not come loose. This is mandatory for all dancers.    *Please send dancers with a water bottle to class.    *Make-up class is not provided for any missed classes by student. Make-up is only provided should Moksha Arts cancel a class due to teacher emergency.    * Please ensure you inform Punchali and/or your teacher of any absences prior to the class.    Schedule: 9/5 1 9/12 2 9/19 3 9/26 4 10/3 OFF (Make-up if needed) 10/10 5 10/17 6 10/24 7 10/31 OFF - Halloween 11/7 8 11/14 9 11/21 10 11/28 OFF - Thanksgiving 12/5 11 12/12 12 - Showcase (Thur., 5:30pm)   Spring semester of classes will begin Jan. 6 and end with a show on Saturday, June 7th at Symphony Space. Registration for Spring session will be available in mid-December.  

Brahmacharini Shubhani Chaitanya will be conducting this program in hybrid format. This program will be held in person, but will also be accessible online.   The location details for in person sessions will be shared with registered participants closer to the start date.   The Zoom link to join online sessions will be sent to registered participants.    In this text, Swami Chinmayananda takes us through the thought process necessary to gain control of our inner world. In part two of this text, we will be studying the practical application of this theory of meditation. Swami Chinmayananda takes us through the concrete techniques that we can perform to start, strengthen, and maintain our sadhanas in our daily lives. Through this process, we will strengthen our ability to control our inner world and reach new depths in our spiritual progress. When meditation becomes natural to us, we truly transform, remaining calm and still amidst the dynamic and changing world.     Audience This class is for Chinmaya Yuva Kendra and Chinmaya Setukaris. Chinmaya Setukaris are the bridge builders between the youth (CHYK) and Bala Vihar parents and more senior members of the Chinmaya Mission family. Typically in the age group of 29-40, this group is characterized by outgrowing youthful energy and seekers interested in transforming ideas into practical mainstream life realities.     Book Please follow the link below to purchase book, https://www.chinmayapublications.com/meditation-and-life  

Moksha Arts Dance Company for Ages 7-18. This dance program is for the more serious dancer. Enrollment is only accepted once a year in September. Students will not be accepted into the program mid-year.    All new students are accepted into Dance Company on a probation. Any dancer who is not able to keep up with the pace of the class or is not retaining corrections after 3 months of class, will be asked to take a break in the Spring. They are welcome to rejoin the following September when enrollment begins. and return the following fall when they are ready for the commitment needed.    *Student must also be enrolled in another Moksha Arts Bollywood or Classical class to join. Please note contemporary dance does not qualify for meeting requirement.    We will be conducting levels 1-4 of Moksha Arts Dance Company from 7-8pm in 4 different studios. Students will be divided by age/level. Level placements will be at the teacher's discretion based on age, experience and performance opportunities. Levels may differ year by year based on total enrollment in Dance Company.     * All enrolled dancers will get an opportunity to participate in our Dance Video Project. We will be producing and directing a dance video during an intensive weekend from Friday, September 27 to Sunday, September 29th. All rehearsals and video shoot will take place during these 3 days.    *Fall semester will end with a dancer only showcase on Thursday, December 12th.     *Students dance barefoot in studio. Upon arrival, students will remove socks and shoes in studio.    *Students should wear comfortable clothing such as Moksha Arts t-shirt and leggings/sweatpants. No dresses or skirts.   *Hair must be pulled back/tied up.   *Make-up class is not provided for missed classes by student. Make-up is only provided should Moksha Arts cancel a class due to teacher emergency.    Instructors: Haarmeet Kamboj, Raashi Desai, Pooja Desai, Ashlesha Shah.    Schedule: 9/5 1 9/12 2 9/19 3 9/26 4 9/27 5 - 6:00-8:00pm (Friday Intensive) 9/28 6 - 10:00-12:00 & 1:00-3:00pm (Saturday Intensive) 9/29 7 - 9:00-1:00pm (Sunday Video Shoot) 10/3 OFF (Make-up if needed) 10/10 8 10/17 9 10/24 10 10/31 OFF - Halloween 11/7 11 11/14 12 11/21 13 11/28 OFF - Thanksgiving 12/5 14 12/12 15 - Showcase (Thur., 5:30pm)   Spring semester of classes will begin Jan. 6 and end with a show on Saturday, June 7th at Symphony Space. Registration for Spring session will be available in mid-December.  

Dr. Jatin Kapadia will be conducting Vedanta Study Group online via Zoom video conferencing. The Zoom link to join the online session will be sent to registered participants.    This is the first chapter of one of the most famous texts on Vedanta - Panchadashi. Our Guruji, Swami Tejomayananda, in his simple style has explained the subtle concepts of Vedanta. This book deals with various aspects of Self-Knowledge and is helpful to both the novice and the veteran.   Book Follow the link below to purchase book, https://www.chinmayapublications.com/tattva-vivekah 

Bollywood for ages 13-18. Dancers will be divided by age and placed into different classes.    *2025 Moksha Arts T-Shirt Included   *All Moksha Arts communication happens via email. Please ensure you register with an email you check often.    *Fall semester will end with a year-end dancer-only showcase on Thursday, December 12th @ 5:30pm. This showcase will be for Moksha Arts dancers only. Parents will be invited to the end of year show on Saturday, June 7th at Symphony Space.    *Students dance barefoot in studio. Upon arrival, students will remove socks and shoes in studio.    *Students should wear comfortable clothing such as Moksha Arts t-shirt and leggings/sweatpants. No dresses or skirts.   *Hair must be pulled back/tied up in a tight ponytail or bun. Please ensure your dancer's hair tie does not come loose. This is mandatory for all dancers.    *Please send dancers with a water bottle to class.    *Make-up class is not provided for any missed classes by student. Make-up is only provided should Moksha Arts cancel a class due to teacher emergency.    * Please ensure you inform Punchali and/or your teacher of any absences prior to the class.    Schedule: 9/5 1 9/12 2 9/19 3 9/26 4 10/3 OFF (Make-up if needed) 10/10 5 10/17 6 10/24 7 10/31 OFF - Halloween 11/7 8 11/14 9 11/21 10 11/28 OFF - Thanksgiving 12/5 11 12/12 12 - Showcase (Thur., 5:30pm)   Spring semester of classes will begin Jan. 6 and end with a show on Saturday, June 7th at Symphony Space. Registration for Spring session will be available in mid-December.