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.

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.

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.

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

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  

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.    Aparokshanubhuti by Sri Adi Shankaracharya is a preliminary text to the study of vedanta. It contains similar vedantic concepts to those in vivekachoodamani and atma bodha, but it delves deeper into the subject. As the title (Direct Experience) suggests, the book contains practical guidance for meditation   Book Follow the link below to purchase book, https://www.chinmayapublications.com/aparokshanubhuti

Analysis of main personalities as we study the text in detail and understand how actions define character, how adherence to Dharma is portrayed in difficult situations.Vibhishana Gita (Keys to Success): Teaches children how to achieve success in the world by living a life that is rich in values. Emphasis is on the mind and how a disciplined mind achieves happiness and peace.

Children learn why we have so many deities and how they are the symbols of the one Lord, who pervades all. These symbols teach us to live a life of discipline, harmony, fulfillment, and happiness.Where there is Dharma, there will be Victory: Discussion of Yaksha Prashnas and Yudhishtra's answers

Through this text children learn how a life lived as prescribed by the Hindu Samskaras can reduce stress and tension in life, easily setting and accomplishing lofty goals.Our Pledge: Discuss this beautiful work by Gurudev and how it provides a roadmap for responsible citizenship, engagement and upliftment of ourselves as well as society.

Adult Study Group Attendees:  Open only to registered Balavihar families or Parivaar/Sevak members   Time:  7:00 - 8:45 pm Fridays on Balavihar weekends   The Vedanta 101 study group is targeted towards beginners in Vedanta and  introduces the foundations and glossary of our scriptures in a structured and systematic way.   The book Self Unfoldment written by Pujya Swami Chinmayananda is an extensive manual that elucidates the whole topic of Vedanta in simple layman’s language. The book is filled with simple examples which illustrate complex Vedantic concepts like BMI chart, Karma, Gunas, Pancha Kosha, meditation and many other topics.   Upadesa Sara concisely introduces all four paths enshrined in our Hindu scriptures with Ramana Maharshi's unique way of explaining Vedanta.

Mythological value based stories, Arts & Crafts projects, Yoga, Sanskrit Vocabulary

Adult Study Group Attendees:  Open only to registered Balavihar families or Parivaar/Sevak members   Time:  7:00 - 8:45 pm Fridays on Balavihar weekends   If the Upanishads are the text books of philosophical principles discussing man, world and God, the Bhagavad Gita is a handbook of instructions as to how every human being can come to live the subtle philosophical principlaes in the actual work-a-day world. Srimad Bhagavad Gita, the Divine song of the Lord, occurs in the Bhisma Parva of the Mahabharata. This great handbook of practical living marked a positive revolution in Hinduism and inaugurated a Hindu renaissance for the ages that followed the Puranic era. 

Simple values like aspiration, brotherhood, cleanliness etc. are taught through animal stories and coloring. Through simple hands-on activities and demonstrations, children learn that just because something is not seen does not mean it is not there! Hence, the need to fix our mind.

Lord Krishna's leelas teach children about sharing, self-discipline, and integrity. They are taught to introspect and observe themselves. Through the text My Twenty-four Teachers, they understand how all aspects of mother nature are selfless and giving, and how we must open our eyes to learn from teachers all around us.

Children listen to the story of Ramayana and learn to comprehend the values that Sri Rama lived by. Coloring and drawing scenes, and following the trails of Sri Rama's journey with events and stories inspire children and develop their imagination.

Have a backbone like a ruler and rule the world. Learn from Hanumanji's example - courage, strength, fearlessness, alertness, discipline, eloquence etc., as these qualities make us physically as well as mentally strong, and help us develop a majestic personality.

From Beginning until Virata Parva: Children listen to the story in detail and learn about this rich and complex epicWhy India is sacred? Our rich heritage & saints and sages are our treasure. Stories of selected Saints.

Stories of Lord Vishnu's main avatars teach children how to measure happiness in this world and the right means to achieve it. They are taught how to develop discrimination between needs and wants, and responsibility by owning up to their choices and learning from them.

In-depth storytelling to expose children to this rich and complex epic. Complete MahabharathaLearn about the geography and culture of India through art, architecture, sacred places, temples etc.

Chinmaya Vrindavan Amrutavihar is a special program tailored for children, who are differently abled, to come together for social interaction, spiritual growth and learning. The children are introduced to stories from our Puranas, taught how to chant shlokas and sing bhajans, along with art & craft activities, yoga, breathing exercises and group discussions.   Classes meet on every Saturday during the Balavihar calendar year from 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.    For further information contact: amrutavihar@chinmayavrindavan.org

Children listen to the story of Ramayana and learn to comprehend the values that Sri Rama lived by. Coloring and drawing scenes, and following the trails of Sri Rama's journey with events and stories inspire children and develop their imagination.

Children learn why we have so many deities and how they are the symbols of the one Lord, who pervades all. These symbols teach us to live a life of discipline, harmony, fulfillment, and happiness.Where there is Dharma, there will be Victory: Discussion of Yaksha Prashnas and Yudhishtra's answers

Mythological value based stories, Arts & Crafts projects, Yoga, Sanskrit Vocabulary

Adult Study Group Attendees:  Open only to registered Balavihar families or Parivaar/Sevak members Time: 9:15 - 11:00 AM Sundays on Balavihar weekends   If the Upanishads are the text books of philosophical principles discussing man, world and God, the Bhagavad Gita is a handbook of instructions as to how every human being can come to live the subtle philosophical principles in the actual work-a-day world. Srimad Bhagavad Gita, the Divine song of the Lord, occurs in the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata. This great handbook of practical living marked a positive revolution in Hinduism and inaugurated a Hindu renaissance for the ages that followed the Puranic era.

Through this text children learn how a life lived as prescribed by the Hindu Samskaras can reduce stress and tension in life, easily setting and accomplishing lofty goals.Our Pledge: Discuss this beautiful work by Gurudev and how it provides a roadmap for responsible citizenship, engagement and upliftment of ourselves as well as society.

Stories of Lord Vishnu's main avatars teach children how to measure happiness in this world and the right means to achieve it. They are taught how to develop discrimination between needs and wants, and responsibility by owning up to their choices and learning from them.

Simple values like aspiration, brotherhood, cleanliness etc. are taught through animal stories and coloring. Through simple hands-on activities and demonstrations, children learn that just because something is not seen does not mean it is not there! Hence, the need to fix our mind.

Bhagavad Gita discussion at the level of high school children: 6 chapters per year, completing all 18 chapters in 3 years. The essence of Bhagavad Gita is provided through interactive discussion of the teachings and how they can be applied to achieve both a successful and a peaceful life. A number of classroom activities are conducted to help the children reflect on their choices in everyday situations they face today in high school, and challenges they anticipate in college life away from their families.

Have a backbone like a ruler and rule the world. Learn from Hanumanji's example - courage, strength, fearlessness, alertness, discipline, eloquence etc., as these qualities make us physically as well as mentally strong, and help us develop a majestic personality.

Lord Krishna's leelas teach children about sharing, self-discipline, and integrity. They are taught to introspect and observe themselves. Through the text My Twenty-four Teachers, they understand how all aspects of mother nature are selfless and giving, and how we must open our eyes to learn from teachers all around us.

From Beginning until Virata Parva: Children listen to the story in detail and learn about this rich and complex epicWhy India is sacred? Our rich heritage & saints and sages are our treasure. Stories of selected Saints.

In-depth storytelling to expose children to this rich and complex epic. Complete MahabharathaLearn about the geography and culture of India through art, architecture, sacred places, temples etc.

Analysis of main personalities as we study the text in detail and understand how actions define character, how adherence to Dharma is portrayed in difficult situations.Vibhishana Gita (Keys to Success): Teaches children how to achieve success in the world by living a life that is rich in values. Emphasis is on the mind and how a disciplined mind achieves happiness and peace.

Lessons from Ramayana through stories, games, quizzes, arts and crafts.

Importance of values through alphabet safari with stories, arts and crafts.

Fun introduction to Hindu gods through alphabet safari, stories and music.

In-depth Bhagavad Gita and application for life through discussion and debates.

Lessons from Ramayana through stories, games, quizzes, arts and crafts.

Deeper understanding of Hinduism and its application through philosophical discussions and stories of saints.

Understanding of God through Srimad Bhagavatam and Introduction to Bhagavad Gita through discussions, games and skits.

Introduction to Hindu concepts and Indian culture through discussions, speeches, skits and quizzes.

Connecting with god, and building values and confidence through Hanuman Chalisa and Bhagavad Gita.

Introduction to Hindu concepts and Indian culture through discussions, speeches, skits and quizzes.

Understanding of God through Srimad Bhagavatam and Introduction to Bhagavad Gita through discussions, games and skits.

Simple values like aspiration, brotherhood, cleanliness etc. are taught through animal stories and coloring. Through simple hands-on activities and demonstrations, children learn that just because something is not seen does not mean it is not there! Hence, the need to fix our mind.

From Beginning until Virata Parva: Children listen to the story in detail and learn about this rich and complex epicWhy India is sacred? Our rich heritage & saints and sages are our treasure. Stories of selected Saints.

In-depth storytelling to expose children to this rich and complex epic. Complete MahabharathaLearn about the geography and culture of India through art, architecture, sacred places, temples etc.

Analysis of main personalities as we study the text in detail and understand how actions define character, how adherence to Dharma is portrayed in difficult situations.Vibhishana Gita (Keys to Success): Teaches children how to achieve success in the world by living a life that is rich in values. Emphasis is on the mind and how a disciplined mind achieves happiness and peace.

Children learn why we have so many deities and how they are the symbols of the one Lord, who pervades all. These symbols teach us to live a life of discipline, harmony, fulfillment, and happiness.Where there is Dharma, there will be Victory: Discussion of Yaksha Prashnas and Yudhishtra's answers

Through this text children learn how a life lived as prescribed by the Hindu Samskaras can reduce stress and tension in life, easily setting and accomplishing lofty goals.Our Pledge: Discuss this beautiful work by Gurudev and how it provides a roadmap for responsible citizenship, engagement and upliftment of ourselves as well as society.