Chinmaya Mission Orlando
Join us for a weekly book study group starting from May 17 on "The Woman Seeker" with a vision to learn about the lives of illustrious women, Saints of Bharat, Jivan Muktas and Siddha Purushas.
Through Study and Reflection, We transform from the seeker in to the sought.
FAQs
What is the VISION ?
- Learn about the lives of the illustrious Women Saints of Bharat, jivanmuktas and siddha purushas
Through study and reflection, we transform from the seeker into the SOUGHT
What are the GUIDELINES: Keys to healthy discussion in the study group?
Discussion is supposed to be fun, engaging and enlightening!
- Listen first, think and only then see if there’s something you can add to the discussion.
- Utilize Discuss questionsbased on and rooted in the text itself
- Refer back to the text and try to understand what has been said
- Avoid straying outside of the text into other topics
- Avoid overly long/meandering discussions
- Try to stay on topic— don’t stray into matters that are not related to the subject at hand
- Note down any questionsthat have been raised, but are not getting resolved.
- Moderator can note down, and either ask Shubhani ji & Akalka ji
- They can be answered at a later time in Q & A format with Shubhani ji and/or Akalka ji
Be mindful, discussion should not be overpowered by any single person, so try to speak our idea/comment succinctly and if we have spoken a few times, give others a chance
How is moderation done ? MODERATION TO ENCOURAGE DISCUSSION:
- A moderator gently guides the discussion, helps group pause & ask questions, encourages participation and keeps discussion on track (not to ‘teach’ but facilitate discussion)
- ASKING QUESTIONS:
- Pause at key places to ask a question, reflect and to give a breather while reading
- Note key linesin text- discuss their import or meaning, and how they connect to ideas from Vedanta, Srimad Bhagavad Gita, scriptures etc.
If there is a key example — what does this example mean and why was it given?
- After every couple pages/when you complete a section/after a strong paragraph ask:
- What is the main idea of the page /para/section we just read?
For more details, please contact: Lakshmi Prakash ji (51O-378-1264) or email: office [at] chinmayaorlando.org
Chinmaya Mission Orlando is pleased to announce its 32nd annual summer camp for children ages 4 to 13. The theme of this year’s camp is “Best Friends Forever!” and as in past years, it will involve lots of fun interspersed with some learning. Among other things, the camp will feature:
- 10 days of fun, joy and learning of values from our scriptures
- Vedic chanting of Dasha shanti mantras
- Chanting of Guruparampara stotram , Maitreem Bhajata, world peace prayer
- Lessons about true friendship , Values from the Bhagavad gita , Stories
- Surya Namaskara, yoga asanas
- Meditation, mindfulness excercises
- Bhajans and Dance
- Sports and Games for all age groups
- Arts and Crafts
- Guru poornima celebrations
Dates and Schedule
The camp runs from Monday July 8th through Friday July 19 th 2024, NOT including the intervening weekend. Please see the schedule below for camp hours and drop-off/pick-up times.
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Day |
Camp Hours |
Drop-off Time |
Pick-up time |
Additional Information |
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Monday, July 8 |
9:00 AM |
8:45 AM |
2:45 PM |
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July 21 Sunday |
TBD |
N/A |
N/A |
Guru poornima celebrations Prayers/Meet - Camp parents will get to come and offer prayers at the altar and watch the performance of camp children. |
Register Now!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is the camp virtual or in person?A. The Camp is in person only.
Q.What is the cost of the camp?
A. The cost is $200 per child(early bird) for the full duration (two weeks). If more than one child is registering per family, then a discount of $25 off the grand total will be given. The cost will be $250 per child after early bird registration closes.
Q.Can I sign up for just one week?
A. Yes, you may sign up for one week (which can be either of the two weeks). The cost then would be $125 per child (discount of $25 off the grand total will be given if more than one child per family is registering). The cost will be $150 per child after early bird registration closes.
Q.Does the cost include food or do I need to provide that?
A. Snacks are included. However, each child must bring a packed, vegetarian lunch from home. Ice cream everyday
Q.Can I sign up for less than one week or for selected days only?
A. Sorry, but the minimum is one week. Day-to-day registrations are not accepted.
Q.When and where do I drop off my child?
A. Children must be dropped off between 8:45 AM and 9 AM. Please accompany your child and hand them off to a designated camp volunteer. Children may not be dropped off in the parking lot by themselves.
Q.When and where do I pick up my child?
A. Children must be picked up between 2:45 and 3 PM.
Q.What if my child has food allergies or special dietary requirements?
A. The online registration form has an area for specifying this information. If you have already registered but omitted this information, please notify us as soon as possible using the contact information given earlier on this page. Please note that this information is mandatory.
Q.Can someone other than the parent/guardian drop off or pick up the child?
A. Yes, if you notify us in advance of the arrangement.
Every Weekday from 6:00 AM to 6:30 AM, we will take turns to chant select hymns and stotrams for 15 minutes and read Pujya Gurudev’s commentary of the Bhagavad Geeta.
To be one of the chanters or readers, review the upcoming stotrams and if the slot for a give day is not filled up, sign up for it by filling this simple form.
Bala Vihar Registration for 2023-2024 session is now open. Bala Vihar philosophy and language classes will commence on Sunday, August 13th 2023 at 9:00am EST. We invoke the grace and blessings of the Lord and Poojya Gurudev for a safe and successful Bala Vihar session.
We have added a simplified re-enrollment process for families who were enrolled in the 2022-2023 academic year.
Returning Students
If your child has registered in Bala Vihar for the 2022-2023 session (last year), you don't have to re-enroll again.You should have received an email from Chinmaya Mission Orlando with the registration details for the 2023-2024 Bala Vihar session along with a link to make the payment. If you haven’t received an email, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 407-619-5020 / 813-789-4035.
New Students
If your child has not attended the 2022-2023 Bala Vihar session, Please register your child/children by clicking on the below registration link.
CMO Membership (Families with no children in Bala Vihar)
Please enroll/re-enroll your CMO Membership for the 2023-2024 session by clicking on the below donation link. The suggested donation amount is $301.00 for family membership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I re-enroll to Bala Vihar (Returning Families with children in Bala Vihar)?
A.If your child has registered in Bala Vihar for the 2022-2023 session (last year), you don't have to re-enroll again.You should have received an email from Chinmaya mission Orlando with the registration details for the 2023-2024 Bala Vihar session along with a link to make the payment. If you haven’t received an email, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 407-619-5020 / 813-789-4035
Q.How do I enroll in Bala Vihar (New Families with children in Bala Vihar)?
A.Please register your child/children by clicking on the above registration link. Please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 407-619-5020 / 813-789-4035 for any questions.
Q. How do I enroll/re-enroll as Chinmaya Mission Orlando Member (Families with no children in Bala Vihar)?
A. Please visit us at www.chinmayaorlando.org/donate to enroll/re-enroll as a member for the 2023-2024 session. The suggested donation amount is $301.00 for family membership. Please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 407-619-5020 / 813-789-4035 for any questions.
Q.How can I pay by check or cash?
A.We currently accept credit card payments online and for payments via check or cash, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 407-619-5020 / 813-789-4035 and we will provide you further details.
