Registration is “Open” for Bala Vihar® (2023-2024) in-person classes on Sundays (10 am to Noon)
- “We are back to in-person only classes with one session on Sundays from 10 am to Noon.”
For any issues with the Bala Vihar® Registration, please contact Mr.Suresh Kumar at 630 362 0104
Chinmaya BalaVihar® / Shishu Vihar
The foundation for a healthy and happy child.
Why Chinmaya Bala Vihar®
Mental strength, emotional strength and cultural connections are critical for today’s children. They are best built when young.
Chinmaya Bala Vihar® offers a structured age-appropriate curriculum based on Hindu scriptures and stories, in a fun atmosphere to enrich your children to become strong, successful, cultured adults.
Operating in Chicagoland for over 30 years, Chinmaya Bala Vihar® has empowered 1000s of children with values and Hindu culture.
Classes on Sundays. 10 am to Noon. Registration started for 2022-23 Sessions
Sishu Vihar
Sowing the seeds of spiritual wisdom in young hearts, this class is ideal for children ages 2 and 3 accompanied by parents. Children are introduced to Ganesha, Krishna and Shiva through nursery rhyme style bhajans, epic stories, yoga and crafts.
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Bala Vihar® Curriculum and Methodology
Bala Vihar® offers an energetic, interactive and fun education led by trained and loving teachers, where children:
- Learn universal values and essentials of Hindu dharma based on Ramayana, Bhagavatam, Bhagavad Gita and other stories
- Learn to think, discuss and meditate
- Learn to chant popular shlokas and stotras
- Learn to sing and perform bhajans
- Perform skits and dances
- Celebrate major festivals together
- Contribute to Service Projects
Adult Study Groups –
Discussion-based education on Hindu Vedanta texts to lead a balanced life leading to spiritual growth.
Additional Classes
(Shlokas chanting) Stuti Vandana
Bhagavad Geeta Chanting
Swaranjali (bhajans)
Vedic Chanting
Vishnu Sahasranamam
Yoga
Sanskrit & Telugu classes
Vocal Sanskrit classes
ACT/SAT Coaching classes
Math Enrichment Classes
Rudram/Chamakam chanting
Swaranjali
The vision of Chinmaya Swaranjali is to develop skills in devotional music with focus on sur/shruthi, taal and lyrics in different languages.
Shishu Vihar
This class is ideal for children ages 2 and 3 accompanied by parents. Children are introduced to Ganesha, Krishna and Shiva through nursery rhyme style bhajans, epic stories, yoga and crafts.
Stuti Vandana
‘Stuti Vandana’ is a collection of famous stotras put together by our mission members. Children receive a medal for each stotra that they have memorized. In this program every child is a winner for life.
What do Bala Vihar® parents and children say?
Bala Vihar® Curriculum
| Bala Vihar® Classes | Syllabus and Approach |
|---|---|
| Shishu Vihar (ages 2 & 3) | Fun introduction to Hindu gods through alphabet safari, stories and music. |
| Prahalada (PKG, KG) | Importance of values through alphabet safari with stories, arts and crafts. |
| Nachiketa (Grades 1-2) | Lessons from Ramayana through stories, games, quizzes, arts and crafts. |
| Shrirama (Grades 3-4) | Understanding of God through Srimad Bhagavatam and Introduction to Bhagavad Gita through discussions, games and skits. |
| Vyasa(Grades 5-6) | Introduction to Hindu concepts and Indian culture through discussions, speeches, skits and quizzes. |
| Shri Krishna (Grades 7-8) | Connecting with god, and building values and confidence through Hanuman Chalisa and Bhagavad Gita. |
| Vishwamitra (Grades 9-10) | Deeper understanding of Hinduism and its application through philosophical discussions and stories of saints. |
| Chinmaya (Grades 11-12) | In-depth Bhagavad Gita and application for life through discussion and debates. |