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  • Bala Vihar Commencement 2026-2027


    Bala Vihar Registration for 2026-2027 session is now open. Bala Vihar philosophy and language classes will commence on Sunday, August  16th 2026 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 2025-2026 academic year.


    Returning Students

    If your family was enrolled in the 2025–2026 academic year, you should have received an email with a re-enrollment payment link. Alternatively, you can text REGISTER to 407-9HARIOM (407-942-7466). Please note that while you may receive multiple emails if you have more than one child, only one re-enrollment payment is required per family.

    New Students

    If your child has not attended the 2025-2026 Bala Vihar session, Please register your child/children by clicking on the below registration link.

    Click here to Register


     



    CMO Membership (Families with no children in Bala Vihar)

    Please enroll/re-enroll your CMO Membership for the 2026-2027 session by clicking on the below donation link. The suggested donation amount is $301.00 for family membership.

    CMO 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 2025-2026 session (last year), you need to re-enroll again. You should have received an email from Chinmaya mission Orlando with the registration details for the 2026-2027 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  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 2026-2027 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  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  813-789-4035 and we will provide you further details.

  • Sacred Secrets Devi Retreat 2027


    We invoke the blessings and Grace of Devi for our 3rd Annual Devi Retreat. We tune our minds to Her image, Her voice and Her love.

    Join Devis from across North America for the 3rd Devi retreat, as we come together to seek the Highest through the inspiring lives of the Glorious Women Saints: based on the Woman Seeker Chinmaya Publication. Learn, Read, Reflect, Discuss the extraordinary lives and compositions of these Saints from all over Bhārat. Come, be inspired and transform! The theme we have this year is "Sacred Secrets", we will find the key and unlock the Devi within us !

    • Immersein enlightening discourses on the lives of inspiring women saints.
    • Reflecton how to be the ultimate seeker.
    • Engagein dynamic workshops.
    • Revelin devotional chants and bhajans.
    • Connectwith the Devi in YOU!

    Details:

    Dates: February 12th through February 15th 2027 (Presidents Day Weekend).
    Camp check-in time is on Friday February 12th from noon onwards (if you are arriving earlier, please let us know ahead of time and we will try our best to accommodate you).
    Camp check-out time is on Monday February 15th from noon to 2 pm.

    Eligibility: For all Devis Ages 18+
    Conducted by: Brahmacharinis (Brni. Shubhani ji, Brni. Akalka ji, Brni. Sandhya ji, Brni. Aparna ji, Brni. Sahana ji, ), Spiritual Teachers (Medha ji and Shashi ji), and Sevikas of Chinmaya Mission.
    VENUE:
    Pinelake Retreat Center, Groveland, Florida  (about one hour from the Orlando International Airport).
    Address: 21725 CR-33, Groveland, FL 34736

    Retreat Fees:

    Includes accommodation, food, retreat activities participation and camp materials for 3 nights.  CHYKs (18-28yrs) special discounted rate. Early Bird ends on Aug 4th 2026.

    1. Chyk dorm style accommodation : 3–6 bunk beds per room (top & bottom bunks used); shared space with 6–12 Devis depending on the room, shared bathroom in the hallway, storage space available to keep personal items in the room — $295 (Early Bird) / $325 (After Aug 4)

    2. Shared: 2–3 Devis per room, some are bunk beds (lower bunks only will be allocated); Devis will have their own bed, shared bathroom in the hallway — $375 (Early Bird) / $405 (After Aug 4)

    Please note: All rooms are shared accommodations with shared bathrooms. Accessible rooms/lower beds will be prioritized for elders and those with special requirements.

    Please indicate if you have any preferred roommate. Please note that requests are NOT guaranteed, but we will try our best to accommodate based on availability.


    Registration is now closed for this event as we have reached capacity. Thank you.



    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. OR text/call Lakshmy Prakash  at (C) 510-378-1264

    We look forward to seeing you at our 3rd Annual Devi Retreat

    Frequently Asked Questions

     

    Q. Explain the two types of accommodations available?
    A.

    a. Chyk dorm style accommodation. The accommodation can have 3 to 6 beds in one room with shared bathrooms in the hallway. See the video below.



    b. Shared accommodation (private beds, rooms can have 2  or 3 beds and shared bathrooms in the hallway). See picture below.


    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  OR text/call Lakshmy Prakash  at (C) 510-378-1264


    Q. Can we see a glimpse of what was covered in the satsangs last year?
    A. Please see here.