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.

  Hindu Culture is aimed at children in Grades 8 and 9 The goal of the curriculum is to: Teach how to handle obstacles through self-reflection and self-improvement Identify and remove the negative tendencies that hold us back from reaching our goals

Bala Ramayana is aimed at children in Grade K and Grade 1. Children learn the story of Ramayana and learn to comprehend the values that Śri Rama lived by. Coloring and drawing scenes, and following the trails of Śri Rama's journey with events and stories inspire and inculcate the imagination.

Bala Bhagavatam is aimed at children in Grades 2 and 3.  Through the stories of different avatars of Lord Śri Viṣṇu, children learn to own up their own actions, learn to ask for only what they need, and not secessarily what they desire.

Krishna Krishna/My Twenty Four Teachers are aimed at children in Grades 4-5.  The goal of My Twenty-Four Teachers is to teach that: Who we are and what we know is because of our teachers and that we are indebted to them We learn only when our attitude is proper; attitude makes us a good disciple Anyone or anything can be our teacher, if we have humility and the right attitude to recognize them, and Nature is one of our greatest teachers

The Bhagavad Geeta is a timeless masterpiece which is still very applicable in today's world. Through this course, the students will explore the different chapters of the Bhagavad Geeta and how to apply them in daily life. Topics in this course include: facing challenges, discovering our real selves, the essence of karma yoga, understanding the goal of life, being our best selves etc. 

Why is India sacred? Our rich heritage, saints, and sages are our treasure. What do we learn from our sages and heritage? How do they contribute to our life of success?

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

Adult Study Group Attendees:  Open only to registered Balavihar families or Parivaar/Sevak members Time: 12:45 - 2:30 PM Sundays 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.   Vedanta is the science of life and when properly understood and applied, is the answer to the problem of human suffering. Tattva Bodha is a prakarana grantha, written in simple samskritham, provides clear definitions of Vedantic terms like nitya, anitya, viveka, vairagya, maya etc. It also clearly defines the necessary preparation a student of Vedanta must undertake to truly benefit from this knowledge. The sum total of all Vedantic analysis is presented vividly in this book to gain the above objectives.   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. Every chapter ends with with a set of questions and references for further reading from the Holy Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads and other Vedantic texts. The greatness of this book lies in the fact that it does not only discuss Vedantic philosophies academically but also provides real life examples of how this philosophy can be applied in real life by the aspirant to gain the ultimate happiness which is within us. Anyone who reads and absorbs the contents of this book gets a very firm footing on the spiritual path and his/her doubts vanish due to the simple handling of topics.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance

Warm up those bodies and instill an early love of dance, movement, and storytelling with our movement arts class! Children will explore a variety of creative expression techniques using props, instruments, and their bodies. Music, games, and imaginative play promote gross motor skill development, imagination, and emerging language and social skills. Get ready to move, groove, and dance to the beat!-music,dance