The Program
Five classes, one Sunday morning
Every class meets for 36 Sundays and follows its own reference book. Open “Read the full class handout” on any class below for the complete, director-approved description — the same one-pager shared with registering families.
Bhagavad-Gītā, taught through stories, songs, and crafts
Building on last year’s foundation, children continue their journey into Krishna consciousness through storytelling, songs, crafts, and hands-on activities — meeting Krishna’s most beloved stories and the Gītā’s most-quoted verses in playful, age-appropriate ways.
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Highlights
- Storytelling-based introduction to the Bhagavad-Gita’s core teachings
- Favorite Krishna-conscious stories: Dhruva Maharaja, Narasimha, Bharata Maharaja, Ajamila, Sudama, and more
- Songs, crafts, and activities designed for ages 4–7
- By year’s end, every child can share a simple piece of what they’ve learned with others
A detailed week-by-week syllabus and full curriculum will be provided upon registration.
“We can’t wait to welcome your child to Gopal Class this year — questions are always welcome before you register.”
“Basics of Bhagavad-Gita: A Thematic Study”
Damodara class explores the Bhagavad-Gita through its seven core themes — God, the Soul, Karma, Material Nature and Time, the Forms of Yoga, and how to live it all out in daily life. Discussion, activities, and short verse references build a real, working understanding, not just memorization.
1 Intro
2 God
3 Soul
4 Karma
5 Nature & Time
6 Yoga
7 Practice
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Highlights
- A thematic journey through the Bhagavad-gita’s core philosophy
- Discussion-based learning suited to this age group
- A short revision quiz closes out each of the 7 themes
- By year’s end, each child can explain one theme from the book in their own words
A detailed week-by-week syllabus and full curriculum will be provided upon registration.
“We can’t wait to welcome your child to Damodara Class this year — questions are always welcome before you register.”
Madana Mohana
9:30–10:30 am
Ages 12–15
Bhagavad-Gita As It Is, chapter by chapter
Our most advanced class takes a full journey through Bhagavad-Gita As It Is, all 18 chapters over the year, paired with the same thematic companion book used in Damodara class to connect philosophy to practice. Teens memorize key verses, engage in real discussion, and build the confidence to discuss Krishna consciousness with peers, family, or skeptics.
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Highlights
- Complete chapter-by-chapter study of Bhagavad-gita As It Is
- One key verse memorized per chapter
- Capstone: student-led presentations to close out the year
- Builds real confidence to discuss Krishna consciousness with others
A detailed week-by-week syllabus and full curriculum will be provided upon registration.
“We can’t wait to welcome your child to Madana Mohana Class this year — questions are always welcome before you register.”
Hindi · Younger
10:30–11:30 am
Ages 4–7
Playful, oral-first Hindi foundations
A playful, mostly-oral introduction to Hindi for our youngest learners, building on whatever Hindi children already hear at home. Expect songs, picture and vocabulary games, and story listening, with light letter-tracing introduced later in the year.
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Highlights
- Hindi vowels, common consonants, and vocabulary through songs & play
- 8–10 vocabulary themes: family, food, animals, colors, and more
- A few simple conversational phrases by year’s end
A detailed week-by-week syllabus and full curriculum will be provided upon registration.
“We can’t wait to welcome your child to Hindi Class this year — questions are always welcome before you register.”
Hindi · Older
9:30–10:30 am
Ages 8–12
Structured Hindi reading, writing & conversation
A structured path into Hindi reading, writing, and conversation — from letters and matras to real word-building, simple sentences, and everyday conversation. Vocabulary and conversational Hindi are woven into every unit rather than saved for the end.
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Highlights
- Full letter & matra progression toward independent reading
- Word-building from 2-letter to 4-letter, matra-heavy words
- Basic grammar, sentence formation, and everyday conversation practice
- Culminates in each child reading a short passage or holding a simple conversation for parents
A detailed week-by-week syllabus and full curriculum will be provided upon registration.
“We can’t wait to welcome your child to Hindi Class this year — questions are always welcome before you register.”