Age Group: 7th & 8th This is a story based discussion class. Ideas are reinforced with fun activities and videos.

Study Group is a discussion based group for parents and members of the community.

THIS IS A PREK/K CLASS. We teach about values in this class. Its activity and story based. 

Age Group: 9th and 10th grade.  This is a discussion based class. Activites and games are used to reinforce concepts. 

Age Group: 5TH & 6TH grade. This is an activity based class with group discussion and stories. Students will aslo learn about Saints of India. 

HANUMAN, SUPER HERO class covers stories about Hanumanji. Kids learn Hanuman Chalisa and enjoy activities like arts andncrafts, role play and games. 

Age Group: 11th and 12th grade This class is a continuation of last year. We will start with Gita chapter 6. This is a discussion based class with mindful activities. We aim to get the students mentally and spiritually ready for college.

AGE GROUP: 3RD &4TH GRADE. This is a story based class with arts & crafts, roleplay and games.

Brahmacharini Shubhani Chaitanya 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.   The Essence of Bhagavad Gita class will cover key topics of the Bhagavad Gita based on the book – Art of Man-Making, a dynamic series of talks by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda. With clarity, humor, and piercing insight, Swamiji urges us to awaken our inner strength, live with purpose, and serve the world with fearless nobility.    Audience This class is for women seekers of all ages and backgrounds combining elements of discourse and discussion. It's a safe and sacred space to explore Vedantic texts as it relates to the life of women.   Book Follow the link below to purchase book,  https://www.chinmayapublications.com/art-of-man-making-part-1

Dr. Jatin Kapadia will be conducting Bhagavad Gita Study Group online via Zoom video conferencing. The Zoom link to join the online session will be sent to registered participants.    Lord Krishna explains the three guṇas—Sattva (purity, harmony), Rajas (activity, passion), and Tamas (inertia, ignorance)—which bind the individual to the cycle of birth and death. He teaches how these qualities influence our thoughts, actions, and destiny, and how one can rise beyond their sway through steadfast devotion and knowledge. The chapter culminates with the vision of the Gunatita—one who transcends all gunas and abides in the Self, free and fulfilled.   To purchase a copy of the book, please visit: (For each chapter individually) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/geetas-upanishads (For the Holy Geeta complete with all chapters) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/bhagavad-gita-holy-geeta

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.   Aparoksha Anubhuti (“Direct Experience of the Self”) is a Vedantic treatise traditionally attributed to Adi Shankaracharya. It serves as a practical guide for seekers to move from intellectual understanding to direct, experiential realization of the Self. Through reasoning, discrimination, and meditation, it reveals the illusory nature of the world and affirms the ever-present reality of Brahman, which shines as one’s own true nature.   Follow the link below to purchase book, https://www.chinmayapublications.com/tattva-vivekah 

Bhaja Govindam by Swami Chinmayananda is a commentary on the famous devotional composition of Adi Shankaracharya. With clarity and warmth, Swami Chinmayananda unpacks each verse, which urges seekers to turn away from fleeting worldly pursuits and seek the eternal truth through devotion to God and self-knowledge. The book blends practical guidance for daily living with Vedantic wisdom, showing how Shankara’s call to “seek Govinda” is a timeless reminder to live with purpose, clarity, and spiritual focus.   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/bhaja-govindam

The Essence of Bhagavad Gita class will cover key topics of the Bhagavad Gita based on the book – Art of Man-Making, a dynamic series of talks by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda. With clarity, humor, and piercing insight, Swamiji urges us to awaken our inner strength, live with purpose, and serve the world with fearless nobility. 

The Essence of Bhagavad Gita class will cover key topics of the Bhagavad Gita based on the book – Art of Man-Making, a dynamic series of talks by Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda. With clarity, humor, and piercing insight, Swamiji urges us to awaken our inner strength, live with purpose, and serve the world with fearless nobility. 

The Gayatri Mantra is the essence of the entire Veda. It is considered our nitya karma/ daily karma to perform this japa every morning.  Every Sunday, Brni. Shubhani will lead a Gayatri Japa meditation wherein 108 Gayatri Mantras will be chanted followed by a meditation.   All sessions will be conducted online via Zoom. Meeting link will be provided to registered participants.   Audience This is OPEN to ALL. Although most seekers who attend this have gone through the Gayatri Japa class under Brni. Shubhani, those who are new may also join this to start a spiritual sadhana.   Book https://www.chinmayapublications.com/search?q=tune+in+the+mind

Learn to chant Bhagavad Gita from the start with the correct pronunciation.  This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. If you aren't part of our Monday Bhagavad Gita class (explanation of each verse), you can sign up here.   You can also catch up on the missed talks in our Chinmaya Mission New York youtube channel here.

Learn to chant Bhagavad Gita from the start with the correct pronunciation.  This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. If you aren't part of our Monday Bhagavad Gita class (explanation of each verse), you can sign up here.   You can also catch up on the missed talks in our Chinmaya Mission New York youtube channel here.

The Bhagavad Gita 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 Gita 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. 

Shishu Vihars are a safe and nurturing space for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers to start their Bala Vihar journey. It is a parent & me class.   The goal of the curriculum is to promote: - Strong bonds between parent and child through active engagement in class - Familiarity with the God and Goddess forms in Hindu Culture - Propagation of the common childhood stories for the Gods and Goddesses - Cultural learning through songs (styled after familiar rhymes) and arts and crafts  

The TA program is aimed at eligible children in the 12th grade. TA’s will: - Co-teach a class with another teacher - Need to keep a minimum of 70% attendance in the Bala Vihar year - Engage children in the curriculum  - Share stories and experiences that will resonate with the students - Assist the classroom teacher in any activities or curriculum development

The goal of this curriculum is to: Explain the ideal that idols represent Explain 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 above deities and celebrate them

The goal of this curriculum is to: Impart and instill the faith that Sri Hanuman will protect them and dispel their fears Inspire them to adopt the virtuous qualities that made Hanuman Ji great Teach them to chant the Dhyana Sloka and the Hanuman Chalisa Explain the meaning of the Dhyana Sloka and the Hanuman Chalisa

The goal of P.O. Box Mr. God is to:  Invite children to find the Omnipresent God and His address. Then they learn that each one of us is His address and we can find Him within us, if we learn to live a life of noble virtues.    The goal of Keys to Success curriculum is to teach: Self-Knowledge is the Key to Success Knowledge we gain depends upon the caliber of our instrument – mind and intellect The importance of quietening our mind and intellect to sharpen our instrument The way to quieten our mind and intellect, and live by the noble values The way to ride the Dharma Chariot, to succeed and be happy in life

Each lesson is based on a specific letter and associated theme (example: A is for Aspiration) To teach kindergarten-aged children simple values & discipline through the English alphabet To have fun living these principles! To begin learning basic prayers, along with their meaning To understand the Chinmaya Mission Pledge  and its underlying values

Dr. Jatin Kapadia will be conducting Bhagavad Gita Study Group in person at the Vaishnav temple on Sunday mornings.    Lord Krishna explains the discipline of a true yogi—one who lives in moderation, free from selfish desires, balanced in success and failure. The chapter culminates in the glory of meditation, where the mind is stilled and the yogi abides in the Self. Among all yogis, Krishna declares the highest to be the one devoted to Him with unwavering faith.    To purchase a copy of the book, please visit: (For each chapter individually) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/geetas-upanishads   (For the Holy Geeta complete with all chapters) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/bhagavad-gita-holy-geeta If you have questions please contact Kartick Kalaimani at qlibalavihar@chinmayanewyork.org

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

The goal of this curriculum is to: Impart and instill the faith that Sri Hanuman will protect them and dispel their fears Inspire them to adopt the virtuous qualities that made Hanuman Ji great Teach them to chant the Dhyana Sloka and the Hanuman Chalisa Explain the meaning of the Dhyana Sloka and the Hanuman Chalisa

The curriculum** of Yato Dharmah Tato Jayah includes: Description: The main theme, as the title Yato Dharmaḥ, Tato Jayaḥ suggests, is to teach children that where there is Dharmaḥ, there is victory in life; one must follow Dharmaḥ. The text dives deep into teaching what is Dharmaḥ, how to live by Dharmaḥ, along with the story of Mahābhāratam and a comparative analysis of the main characters and their Dharmaḥ in the epic.

Anju Arora will be conducting a Self Unfoldment study group in person at the Master’s School (in Westchester) on Sunday mornings.    To understand and appreciate Vedanta better, we begin with the introductory book of Self Unfoldment by Swami Chinmayananda. We often underestimate the study of any introductory book, because we are familiar with a lot of the terms due to our background. It is only when we discuss and dive deeper, we realize how many questions we still have about our true nature. Join us on a deeper journey to the Inner Self.    Our Gurudev, Swami Chinmayananda, expounds upon the fundamentals of Vedanta through His  lucid, exhaustive, clear, and logical language. Through the study of this book, seekers will build a strong foundation for further Vedantic study. In fact, one can even consider this book a complete manual to unfold themself and understand the true heart of Vedanta. 

ABC Safari is aimed at children in Kindergarten and 1st Grade The goal of the curriculum is to teach children: Simple values and discipline through the English alphabet The fun of living by these values and discipline The Chinmaya Mission Pledge and the meaning, message, and values it imparts

The curriculum** of Krsna, Krsna Everywhere includes: Inspire children to be virtuous and happy through Krsna’s stories Inspire children to introspect Recite Krsna stories from his birth to his role in the Mahabharata   The curriculum** of My Twenty-Four Teachers includes: 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 Nature is one of our greatest teachers

Learn to chant Bhagavad Gita from the start with the correct pronunciation.  This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. If you aren't part of our Monday Bhagavad Gita class (explanation of each verse), you can sign up here.   Practice chanting the Bhagavad Gita with experienced learners and improve pronunciation, clarity and familiarity.   You can also catch up on the missed talks in our Chinmaya Mission New York youtube channel here.

Learn to chant Bhagavad Gita from the start with the correct pronunciation.  This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. If you aren't part of our Monday Bhagavad Gita class (explanation of each verse), you can sign up here.   Learn to chant the Bhagavad Gita verse by verse with the correct pronunciation and tone.   You can also catch up on the missed talks in our Chinmaya Mission New York youtube channel here.

As part of the celebrations for 75 years of Chinmaya Mission, Gayathri ji will be leading classes to teach Chapter 15 of Bhagavad Gita titled Purushottama Yoga on Wednesdays.    Learn to chant Chapter 15 with proper pronunciation. This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. 

As part of the celebrations for 75 years of Chinmaya Mission, Gayathri ji will be leading classes to teach Chapter 15 of Bhagavad Gita titled Purushottama Yoga on Wednesdays.    Learn to chant Chapter 15 with proper pronunciation. This is the perfect way to enjoy and deepen our understanding of the Bhagavad Gita. 

Brahmacharini Shubhani Chaitanya 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.   Note: Students of the current Panchadashi Class do not need to register.   Dṛg Dṛśya Viveka, through its 31 ślokas, expounds on the methodology to distinguish between the Seer (Dṛg) and the seen (dṛśya) thereby establishing the Truth that “I am the Seer and not the seen.” Through Dṛg Dṛśya Viveka, Ādi Śaṅkarācārya helps us ascertain “who we are” and guides us in meditation so that we can realize our true Nature of unconditional Bliss.    To purchase the book: https://www.chinmayapublications.com/drig-drishya-viveka    Audience This class is for those who have studied Vedantic texts and are seeking more clarity and abidance in the Self. This is an intermediate text of Vedanta. 

Brahmacharini Shubhani Chaitanya 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.    Note: Students of the current Bhagavad Gita Chapter 10 Class do not need to register again.    Chapter 11 builds on the previous chapter, in which Śrī Kṛṣṇa described all his vibhūtis to Arjuna as a means to cultivate bhakti. In this chapter, Arjuna is granted a divine vision to perceive Lord Kṛṣṇa full infinite cosmic form. Śrī Kṛṣṇa then goes on to instruct that only those who have full devotion similar to Arjuna can see and attain union with Bhagavān.    The Gita is one of the most widely translated and commented upon scriptures of the world. It is a revelation to humanity by Lord Krishna to Arjuna, a friend and disciple at a critical moment of his life.  It is a universal scripture containing various strands of teachings suited to all types of people at their stages of development.  It teaches the Supreme Goal to be attained as well as the means for attaining it. To purchase a copy of the book, please visit,   (For each chapter individually) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/geetas-upanishads   (For the Holy Geeta complete with all chapters) https://www.chinmayapublications.com/bhagavad-gita-holy-geeta   This class is for seekers who have basic knowledge of Vedanta and are looking to gain a deeper understanding of the Self and their spiritual journey. Most of the students of this class have studied the previous chapters of the Bhagavad Gita. If you haven't done so or if you wish to review, please visit https://www.youtube.com/c/ChinmayaMissionNewYork/featured  for class videos.

HARIOM, This event has concluded, however we are yet collecting funds towards this event. If you would like to support our fundraiser please do select a category.    HANUMAN CHALISA PUJA AND YAGNA SATURDAY 2/21/2026 9AM- 2PM GSA COMMUNITY CENTER, LITTLE ROCK, AR  This is a fundraiser in celebration of 75 years of Chinmaya Mission. PROGRAM FOR 21ST FEBRUARY 2026 9 AM: PUJA AND HAVAN  including chanting108 names of Hanumanji 10 am: Bhajans by kids 10.15: Chanting Hanuman chalisa 21 Times.  12.15 pm: Aarti 12.30pm: Talk by Swamiji 1 pm: Video by Swami Chinmayananda 1.15 pm: LunchCome invoke the grace and Blessings of Bhagwan Rama, Hanumanji and Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda.    For More information about Chinmaya Mission: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SSET7lAsBM_oSXinAS3wDcyTgF9VK0rF/view?usp=sharing   For more information about our local chapter, please visit our website. https://www.chinmayamission.com/little-rock        

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.

  Presided by Swami Sharanananda   Daily Activities, Stories, Skits, Quiz, Games, Arts and Crafts, Fun Fair, Cultural Program and more.   Grand Finale with Cultural Program and Lunch on Jul 19, 2026.   Camp fee includes lunch and snacks daily   Pre-program care available 8:00 am to 9:00 am   Post-program care available 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm   https://mychinmaya.org/summercamp/

  Presided by Swami Sharanananda   Daily Activities, Stories, Skits, Quiz, Games, Arts and Crafts, Fun Fair, Cultural Program and more.   Grand Finale with Cultural Program and Lunch on Jul 19, 2026.   Camp fee includes lunch and snacks daily   Pre-program care available 8:00 am to 9:00 am   Post-program care available 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm   https://mychinmaya.org/summercamp/

  Presided by Swami Sharanananda   Daily Activities, Stories, Skits, Quiz, Games, Arts and Crafts, Fun Fair, Cultural Program and more.   Grand Finale with Cultural Program and Lunch on Jul 19, 2026.   Camp fee includes lunch and snacks daily   Pre-program care available 8:00 am to 9:00 am   Post-program care available 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm   https://mychinmaya.org/summercamp/

  Presided by Swami Sharanananda   Daily Activities, Stories, Skits, Quiz, Games, Arts and Crafts, Fun Fair, Cultural Program and more.   Grand Finale with Cultural Program and Lunch on Jul 19, 2026.   Camp fee includes lunch and snacks daily   Pre-program care available 8:00 am to 9:00 am   Post-program care available 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm   https://mychinmaya.org/summercamp/

  Presided by Swami Sharanananda   Daily Activities, Stories, Skits, Quiz, Games, Arts and Crafts, Fun Fair, Cultural Program and more.   Grand Finale with Cultural Program and Lunch on Jul 19, 2026.   Camp fee includes lunch and snacks daily   Pre-program care available 8:00 am to 9:00 am   Post-program care available 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm   https://mychinmaya.org/summercamp/

CMNY is organizing a Hanuman Chalisa Havan on the occasion of the inauguration of our much awaited new center Upavan and the Vanavasi Ram Temple. We are also celebrating 75 years of the Chinmaya Mission movement.    📆  Saturday, April 25, 2026🕰️  8:30 am – 12:30 pm 🛕 Chinmaya Upavan129 Woodbury Road,Woodbury,  NY 11797   Havan will be followed by lunch prasad.   Dress Code: Ethic Indian Attire

Chinmaya Mission New York cordially invites you and your family to the inauguration of our new home, Chinmaya Upavan. Please join us for this special celebration with Pujya Swami Swaroopananda and all the dedicated sevaks who have made this dream a reality.   📆  Sunday, July 26, 2026🕰️  9:00 AM onwards 🛕 Chinmaya Upavan129 Woodbury Road,Woodbury,  NY 11797   Inauguration ceremony will be followed by lunch prasad.   Dress Code: Ethic Indian Attire   The word "Upavan" signifies a path to the Divine. "Vana" refers to the Supreme Self or Brahman, "upa" means near. Together, Upavan represents that which brings you closer to your true Self.   Through scriptural study and reflection, Upavan will be an abode of jñāna yoga. Through chanting, devotional hymns and pūjās, it will be an abode of bhakti yoga. Through the selfless service of our entire community, it will be an abode of karma yoga.  When the three yogas come together in any being, they are the closest to their true selves.   We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and walking closer to our true selves.

Ramayana Part 1 class description.

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Alphabet Safari class description.

Ramayana Part 2 class description.