Chinmaya

Yoga Well-Being Flow
2022-10-16 09:00 - 10:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | online, Online, Online
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Be where you are, not where you think you should be.

Join this new yoga course to learn how to connect your mind and body through practice of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing techniques).
Starting 16th October – Every Sunday Morning
9.00am to 10:30am
$80 for a 8 week course

Geeta chanting competition
2022-10-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Geeta Chanting competition is a global initiative of Chinmaya Mission. Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda explained that the Bhagavad Geeta is the “handbook for everyday living”. To bring this philosophy into children’s lives, the Bhagavad Geeta Chanting competition was pioneered by Chinmaya Mission. Bhagavad Geeta chanting and competitions are vehicles for inspiring and motivating children and adults to learn and memorize the sacred verses of Shrimad Bhagavad Gita.
When: The Chinmaya Mission New Zealand is organising the Geeta chanting competition on Saturday 01 October 2022 from 4 pm – 6 pm.
Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj – Wellbeing & Event Centre, 63, Mc Kenzie Road. Mangere Bridge. Auckland – 2022
Register your child before Sunday 21 August 2022 on https://forms.gle/f8vS18aU47V7HnCk9
All children aged 5 to 17 years are invited to participate in chanting chapter 3 of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita
Shlokas for chanting are as below:

Years 5 to 8: shlokas 1 to 10
Years 9 to 13: shlokas 1 to 20
Years 14+: shlokas 1 to 30 /full
Registration fee is $20 per child

Each registered child will receive a chanting kit that will be useful to prepare for the competition.

Restorative Yoga
2022-09-28 19:00 - 21:00 | online, Online, Online
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Relax, Restore, Re-energize with focus on gentle yogic breathing & Yoga Nidra. This class aims to facilitate passive healing, rejuvenation and increased well-being as an antidote to stress and dis-ease

Starting 28th September – Every Wednesday Night
7:30pm to 8:45pm
$60 for a 6 week course
Location – Online
Chinmaya Mission NZ : 02-0192-0290929-00

Yoga Well-Beign Flow
2022-09-11 09:00 - 10:30 | online, Online, Online
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Online Classes with Swamini Amritananda
Donation : $60

SELF-HEALING Workshop
2022-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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In four sessions, you will be able to decode the Atharvasheersha, learning & practicing the authentic chanting for self-healing. Learn the practical application of ancient Vedic mantras and align yourself with the Ganesh Tattva through Live Meditations.
Starting 07th September – Wednesday Nights
7:00pm to 9:00pm
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge
No course fees, donations appreciated.
Chinmaya Mission NZ : 02-0192-0290929-00
Welcome to a unique SELF-HEALING workshop, based on the popular Ganpati Atharvasheersha Upanishad. In four sessions, you will be able to decode the Atharvasheersha, learning & practicing the authentic chanting for self-healing. Learn the practical application of ancient Vedic mantras and align yourself with the Ganesh Tattva through Live Meditations.
About Ganpati Atharvasheersha: Sutras Of Self Discovery
Atharvasheersha is a very powerful and effective Stotra / Hymn born from the ancient Upanishads. This workshop focuses on understanding Ganapati & Ganapati Stotra through Comparative theology, Sanskrit phonics, Applied Mantra science and Upanishads. It includes the correct way of chanting and its practical application.
This workshop will include:

History and Origin
Applied science of Upanishads
Comparative theology and Ganapati (Its cultural significance)
Ganapati: A Vedic God, His true meaning and related stories/tales
Adhidaivik, Aadhibhoutik and Adhyatmik: Laws of the Universe
The phonology of Sanskrit language
The Vedic way of Sanskrit pronunciation
Seed mantra and meditations
Guided meditations for self-healing (optional)
Day-to-day healing practices (Optional)
PDF notes * The purpose and meaning of Upanishads
Authentic chanting based on Ganesha-vidya

This is a healing-based workshop. However, those who are not keenly interested in the subject of healing can also join and gain from this workshop by learning and understanding the mantra, phonology, and other related processes:

We will learn the Practical Application of Ancient Hymns
We will also learn the Sutras of Self-Discovery
We will focus on self-transformation techniques
The workshop talks about material & spiritual aspect of Ganapati Atharvasheersha
The workshop focuses on Understanding Ganesha beyond the symbolism

Please note:

Prior knowledge of Sanskrit is not required.
Separate batches are available for kids.
Although this workshop focuses on Ganapati Hymns and its chanting, we will not be only working on memorizing it, but will be going beyond that.

How to know your true self?
2022-08-14 18:00 - 19:30
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‘Who am I?’ is a question that has puzzled humanity for millenniums. Kenopanishad takes the questioning individual on a journey to discover their true self – the source of ever lasting happiness.
Starting : Sunday 14th August.
Time : 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm

Restorative Yoga
2022-08-10 19:30 - 21:00 | online, Online, Online
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In truth yoga doesn’t take time – it gives time.
Relax, Restore, Re-energize with focus on gentle yogic breathing & Yoga Nidra. This class aims to facilitate passive healing, rejuvenation and increased well-being as an antidote to stress and dis-ease

Starting 10th August – Every Wednesday Night
7:30pm to 8:45pm
$60 for a 6 week course
Location – Online
Chinmaya Mission NZ : 02-0192-0290929-00

Online Yoga Class
2022-07-31 09:00 - 10:30 | online, Online, Online
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A new Online Yoga Class is starting to help participants connect their mind and body through practice of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing techniques).
This 6-week practice of Hatha yoga increases strength and improves flexibility, reducing stress and promoting deep relaxation.

Starting 31st July – Every Sunday Morning
9.00am to 10:30am
$60 for a 6 week course
Location – Online
Chinmaya Mission NZ : 02-0192-0290929-00

Register today, limited spots

Chinmaya Satsang at your home
2022-07-28
Invite Chinmaya Mission Teachers for a Satsang.

To invoke the wisdom of our Gurus and Rishis
Experience the divine sounds of Vedic chanting
Bring home auspiciousness and prosperity
To gain the blessings of our sacred scriptures

Satsang will be for approximately 60 to 75 mins.
Satsang is a gathering in which spiritual reflection, discussion, meditation or teaching takes place; for example, chanting in kirtan or philosophical debate in dharma talks.
It is really easy to organise the satsang.

Decide on a date and time. We prefer Thursday evenings or Sunday mornings.
For bookings, contact Prabha Hariswamy at 021-1308046
Invite your family and friends to the event
Arrange for some tea and light snacks if you wish, but it is not compulsory

Grand Quiz Night
2022-07-23 19:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Did you ever think someone would give away $3000 worth of cash prizes for a guaranteed fun quiz night? And feed you a delicious three-course meal?
It’s that time of the year when the weather’s terrible and there are less things to do. So don’t think twice; get a team of 8 together and register today or buy a ticket, and we will team you up with a few other intelligent people.
Categories include General Knowledge, TV & Movies, Sports and many more.
Come test your knowledge.

100% of the funds raised will be donated to The Chinmaya Wellbeing Centre.
The biggest quiz night of the year.
Individual ticket for $50 or team of 8 for $350
Saturday 23rd July 2022 – 7pm onwards

Find your Path - Upadesha Sara
2022-06-03 15:30 - 21:00
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Join us in exploring this text by Bhagavan Ramana, which aims to outlines the popular spiritual paths (karma yoga, bhakti yoga, ashtanga yoga and jnaana yoga) and the uniqueness of each one of them in our lives as a seeker of the Truth.
Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
Also available online
Starting Friday 3rd June
7:30pm to 9:00pm
Free of charge

Step-Up Youth Course
2022-06-01 19:30 - 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Join the 6 session course to fully understand the principles that guide life and how to create a Roadmap to succeed in life.
The course is based on the popular book ‘Kindle Life’ authored by the world-renowned Spiritual Master Swami Chinmayananda.
Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
Also available online
Starts Wednesday 1st June 2022
7:30pm to 8:30pm
6 Session Course
Free of cost
Age Group – 18 to 30 years

Sadhana Panchakam
2022-05-31 20:00 - 21:30 | online, Online, Online
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Ready for a forty step journey that takes you to unimaginable heights?
A short text exploring the step wise journey of the Seeker in each one of us to its true destination – Happiness

Starting Tuesday 31st May 2022
12 week course
8:00pm to 9:30pm
Free of cost
Age Group – 25 to 40yrs old
Available in person and online

Meditation and concentration are the way to a life of serenity.
2022-05-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Learn the techniques for meditation in 6 Monday Evenings.
Join Anish to learn step by step instructions for the seekers to start or continue their meditation journey.
Anish will also point out in detail many tips and tricks that must be used and the pitfalls that must be avoided in order to succeed in contemplation.

Starting 16th May – Every Monday Night
7:00pm to 8:00pm
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge
Also available online if you are isolating but the real benefit is in-person
No course fees, any donations appreciated.
Chinmaya Mission NZ : 02-0192-0290929-00

Stress should be a powerful driving force, not an obstacle
2022-05-05 19:30 - 20:30 | online, Online, Online
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Stress is unavoidable.
But is Stress is good?
is Stress needed?

This workshop will address the nature of stress as well as provide training and practical experiences at the mind, body and behavioural level.
You will learn simple but effective techniques for stress reduction that you can continue to use in your day-to-day life.
We will also share real life experiences and participants will get an opportunity to ask any questions.
Join to gain insights into how one can choose what’s healthy/helpful vs what’s easy and self-sabotaging.
Thursday 5th of May
Online Webinar
7:30pm to 8:30pm
Free of charge

Hamsa Gita
2022-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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A beautiful text from Srimad Bhagvatam that sheds light on two main aspects of spirituality – the preparatory stage of mind purification and the knowledge to be gained. Join us for this short text which encapsulates the entire spiritual journey of a seeker to figure out your spiritual journey.
Available online and in person
Starting Saturday 9th April
Venue – Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre
Time – 10am to 11am
Free of cost

Create Authentic Connections
2022-03-09 07:30 - 2022-03-16 21:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Connections matter. Strong ties with family, friends, your partner and the community provide us with happiness, security, support and a sense of purpose.

Join us in this 2 session workshop which will help you understand yourself and form Meaningful and Connected relationships.

Being connected to others is important for our mental and physical wellbeing and can be a protective factor against anxiety and depression.

Authentic Relationships will fuel Inspiration
Authentic Relationships will build Self-Confidence
Authentic Relationship will become your Source of Happiness

Available In person and online

Venue – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland 2022, New Zealand
2 session course
9th March and 16th March
7:30pm to 8:45pm
Free of cost

Energise your life
2022-03-07 19:30 - 2022-03-14 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Life is what we make of it. So, what do you want to accomplish in life? Energise your life with a solid understanding of our desires and what we really want to achieve.
Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
Also available online

Monday 7th March and 14th March
7:30pm to 8:45pm
Course fees: $25 for 2 Sessions

Start your spiritual journey
2022-02-21 19:30 - 2022-02-28 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Make 2022 a year of spiritual transformation. Start your spiritual journey by exploring the sacred books of India and discover the heart of all Hindu spiritual practices.

Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge

Also available online

Monday 21st Feb and 28th Feb / 7:30pm
6 Session Course
Course fees: $60

Summer School - Discover Bhagavad Gita
2022-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Start your New Year by getting to know the key messages of the Holy Geeta in 3 masterclass sessions. Each masterclass will be an interactive session with our resident expert Anish Aya, hosted by Anand.
Date and time:

Session 1 – Friday 21 January 2022
Session 2 – Sunday 23 January 2022
Session 3 – Friday 28 January 2022
Time: 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm all sessions

Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
About the course: The primary aim of the Discover Bhagavad Gita Course is to help us discover the wisdom of Holy Geeta and make our lives glorious by following the ‘Gita-way’ accessible to anyone who yearns for it. Each session will provide holistic, insightful coverage of the entire text in a lucid and simple style. The session is designed as an interactive conversation and will follow the samvaad of Arjuna and Shri Krishna in a sequential manner as presented in the Holy Gita, whereby you will get a clear idea of the teachings of the Gita.
Those who successfully complete the course will be given a course participation certificate. If the enrolled participants collectively decide, we might even have a bring-a-plate or some tea-n-snacks after the session at the same venue.
Course fees: $80 for all three sessions. Fees include the Holy Geeta book by Swami Chinmayananda worth $40. If you already have the same book, the course fee is $40.

Structured Cultural Classes for Children
2022-01-01 16:00 - 17:30
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Saturday Register Now
Opening doors for children in places that they could not imagine
The main aim of this program is:

To provide children (aged 5 – 15 years) with an atmosphere to grow, noble ideals, healthy emotions and physical discipline.
To imbibe in children the richness of our culture and heritage and make them aware of the glorious tradition that they hail from.
To create self-confidence to serve and act cheerfully in the community.
To inculcate personal discipline and a true spirit of leadership.
To help latent faculties within the children develop, in a spirit of genuine affection, motivation and trust.

Sunday Registration
Saturday Registration

Yoga For Beginners
2021-11-07 09:30 - 11:00 | online, Online, Online
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The aim of a beginner’s class is to bring awareness to our posture, balance, alignment and breath.
A new yoga class is starting to help participants connect their mind and body through practice of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing techniques). This 7-week course also incorporates meditation to quiet and still the mind. This practice of Hatha yoga increases strength and improves flexibility, reducing stress and promoting deep relaxation.

About SWAMINI AMRITANANDA

Swamini Amritananda is based in our Auckland and Nelson centre and is heading activities there along with overseeing the activities all across New Zealand. She runs the Mission’s activities in Auckland and Nelson, where she conducts regular yoga classes, meditation sessions & Vedanta study group for adults & children. She is also a qualified YOGA teacher trained in Sivananda Yoga Centre, India.

Join us in this experience that offers to be a turning point in your life

Starting 7th November – Every Sunday Morning
9.30am to 11:00am
$70 for a 7 week course
Location – Online

Bhagavad Gita Class
2021-11-07 08:00 - 2021-12-31 09:30 | online, Online, Online
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Bhagavad Gita is the essence of all the Vedic knowledge.

Study Bhagvad Geeta with Swamini Amritananda with detailed description on how to put this Essential Wisdom to practical use.
This Supreme knowledge keeps on narrating several ways on how to raise yourself to the highest possible position in life.

Saturday Mornings
8am to 9:30am
Facilitated by Swamini Amritananda

Awake, Inspire and Open
2021-11-06 10:00 - 2021-12-31 23:30 | online, Online, Online
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A new yoga class is starting to help participants connect their mind and body through practice of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing techniques). This 7-week course also incorporates meditation to quiet and still the mind. This practice of Hatha yoga increases strength and improves flexibility, reducing stress and promoting deep relaxation.
About SWAMINI AMRITANANDA
Swamini Amritananda is based in our Auckland and Nelson centre and is heading activities there along with overseeing the activities all across New Zealand. She runs the Mission’s activities in Auckland and Nelson, where she conducts regular yoga classes, meditation sessions & Vedanta study group for adults & children. She is also a qualified YOGA teacher trained in Sivananda Yoga Centre, India.
Join us in this experience that offers to be a turning point in your life
Starting 6th November – Every Saturday Morning
10:00am to 11:30am
$70 for a 7-week course
Location – Online

Restorative Yoga
2021-11-03 19:00 - 2022-01-04 20:30 | online, Online, Online
Register Now
Relax, Restore, Re-energize with focus on gentle yogic breathing & Yoga Nidra. This class aims to facilitate passive healing, rejuvenation and increased well-being as an antidote to stress and dis-ease.
About SWAMINI AMRITANANDA
Swamini Amritananda is based in our Auckland and Nelson centre and is heading activities there along with overseeing the activities all across New Zealand. She runs the Mission’s activities in Auckland and Nelson, where she conducts regular yoga classes, meditation sessions & Vedanta study group for adults & children. She is also a qualified YOGA teacher trained in Sivananda Yoga Centre, India.
Join us in this experience that offers to be a turning point in your life
Starting 3rd November – Every Wednesday Night
7:30 pm to 8:45 pm
$80 for an 8-week course
Location – Online

Be Kind to your Mind - Free Webinar
2021-10-10 20:00 - 21:30 | online, Online, Online
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What is defined as mental wellbeing?
What causes mental wellbeing to deteriorate?
What does psychology and Vedanta say about the causes and solutions?

Join us to gain insights into how one can choose what is healthy/helpful vs what’s easy and self-sabotaging.
You will also get some tips about things you can implement in your day to day lives from a Psychologist and Vedanta Teacher.

Sunday 10th October 2021
8:00pm to 9:15pm
Free of Cost
Virtual Lounge Chat with Q and A

How to Create a Thriving Spiritual Family
2021-09-19 20:00 - 21:00
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Anytime is a good time to start some new habits that will inspire spiritual growth in our families.
Unlock the vast untapped resource of Spirituality, which is a crucial part of Human Development, Health, and Wellbeing.

Meditation for Practitioners
2021-09-14 19:30 | online, Online, Online
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Learn the techniques for meditation in 8 Tuesday evenings.
Join Swaminiji to learn step by step instructions for the seekers to continue their meditation journey.
Swaminiji will also point out in detail many tips and tricks that must be used and the pitfalls that must be avoided in order to succeed in contemplation.

Starting 14th September – Every Tuesday Night
7:30pm to 8:30pm
Location – Online
No course fees, any donations appreciated.
Chinmaya Mission NZ : 02-0192-0290929-00

Understand And Take Control
2021-09-12 20:00 - 21:30 | online, Online, Online
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Are you looking for ways to reprogram your mind, so your thoughts, patterns, and habits can work in your favor instead of against you?
In our current state of mind we have fears, addictions and anxieties.
It doesn’t matter what is your goal – Excel in your career, personal relationships or gain inner peace and contentment.
These 5 effective steps will help re-training the mind to not compromise on our chosen goals.
Sunday 12th September 2021
8:00pm to 9:00pm
Free of Cost
Virtual Lounge Chat with Q and A

Yoga Open Class
2021-09-10 10:00 - 11:30 | online, Online, Online
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Open class is for those who have a good understanding of basic yoga asanas and yoga breathing.

Starting 4th September – Every Saturday Morning
10:00am to 11:30am
$80 for a 8-week course
Location – Online.
