Chinmaya

Build Your Spiritual Practice
2023-01-30 19:30 - 2023-03-06 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | 53 Ryburn Road, Ohaupo, Hamilton
Spiritual life means holistic living guided by spiritual wisdom and is the gateway to peace and happiness. The timeless wisdom of Vedanta, the science of living as propounded by the Rishis, requires a structured approach to understand the subtle teachings and to ensure that we put forth efforts in the right direction to reap their rewards.Join the foundation course over 6 sessions to build your spiritual foundations, uplift your mind and elevate the soul. This foundation course is designed as a great guide for beginners as well as for advanced seekers.

Venue: 53 Ryburn Road, Ohaupo, Hamilton
Starts Monday 30th Jan to 6th March
7:30pm – 9:00pm
6 Session Course – Every Monday
Free of Cost

Shiva Geeta
2023-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Shiva Gita from the Ramcharitmanas contains the ultimate teachings of Vedanta, spoken by none other than Lord Shiva. Revel in the blissful Truth imbued with joyful devotion.

Starts Sunday 12th March
6 week course
Every Sunday evening, 6pm to 7:30pm
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
Available online and in-person
Free of cost

Meditation for busy people
2023-03-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Which of the following statements is true for you?
· You have no time to meditate?
· You want to benefit from meditation but find it hard to quieten the mind?
· You are overwhelmed with too many things right now
· Mediation is hard and it takes a lot of time to see the results
Join Anand for a guided meditation to learn the sure-shot essentials of mediation in a safe environment. Anand will take you through a relaxing journey to make meditation a regular and easy practice, just over just 3 weeks.
He will also provide opportunities to discuss some of the common misinformation floating around about meditation that act as blockers in our progress.

Start Date – Thursday 16 March 2023
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere
Time – 7:00pm to 8:15 pm, Thursday evenings
Cost – Free

This is not a zoom course, in person attendance is required.

Introduction to Vedanta
2023-03-20 19:30 - 2023-03-24 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Join the ‘𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲’ foundation course over 6 sessions to build your spiritual foundations, uplift your mind and elevate the soul. This foundation course is designed as a great guide for beginners as well as for advanced seekers.
Venue: CHINMAYA Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland
Starts Monday 20 March to 24 April 2023, 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm
6 Session Course – Every Monday
Free of Cost

Available In-person and Online

Online Yoga Class
2023-04-09 09:00 - 10:30 | online, Online, Online
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Yoga transforms people.

This 8-week practice of Hatha yoga increases strength and improves flexibility, reducing stress and promoting deep relaxation.

Starting 9th April – Every Sunday Morning
9.00am to 10:30am
$80 for the 8 week course
Location – Online
Register today, limited spots

Restorative Yoga
2023-04-12 19:30 - 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 12th April – Every Wednesday Night
7:30pm to 8:45pm
$80 for a 8 week course
Location – Online and In-person(Nelson)

Meditation for a Calm Mind
2023-04-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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A quiet mind is more important than a positive mind.
To know one’s own mind is nothing short of life changing.
Want to gain peace and quieten the mind?
Want to relieve the mind from tension and stress?
Break free from the sense of limitation and fear.
Join Anand to learn the techniques of meditation that are surprisingly effective.
In just 3 weeks you will learn how to quieten and gain a calm mind in an environment that is relaxing and safe.

Start Date – Thursday 13 April 2023
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere
Time – 7:00pm to 8:15 pm, Thursday evenings
Cost – Free

This is not a zoom course, in person attendance is required.

Discover your TRUE Self
2023-04-14 19:30 - 2023-06-02 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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I am the essence of ‘my’ life. Without knowing ‘I’, the knower, the very basis of all knowledge, how can I be truly knowledgeable?
Jnanasara by Swami Tejomayananda and facilitated by Br. Ishaan Chaitanya, these sessions unfold the Path of Knowledge – which leads us to the knower, the essence of all knowledge.

Lakshman Gita
2023-05-07 18:00 - 2023-06-04 19:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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When life gets hard, what goes through our mind? How does spirituality want us to think… a dialogue between friends when life is at its lowest highlighting the strength spirituality offers to the one walking the path.
Venue: CHINMAYA Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland
Starts Sunday 7 May to 4 June 2023,
Time: 6:00pm – 7:15pm
5 Session Course – Every Sunday Evening
Free of Cost
Available In-person and Online

Veda Festival 2023
2023-05-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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All Eastern spiritual traditions unanimously declare the end goal of all human pursuits as ‘Nirvāna’ – the state of liberation. In fact, Nirvāṇa is a term found in the texts of all major Eastern religions – Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain traditions. ‘Nirvāna’ is the highest spiritual state of being that the festival will help the audience unpack and gain clarity on.
Festival highlights
– Featuring distinguished speakers from Australia, New Zealand, and India who will share their expertise on the wisdom from the Hindu and Buddhist perspectives
– Round up panel discussions with Q & A
– Breakout workshops on life knowledge that could transform our living
– Covering a broad range of topics with a focus on ‘Nirvāna’, the choices we need to make to attain this perfect state.
– Opportunity to mingle with speakers, researchers, and practitioners of Eastern spirituality informally
VEDA Festival details

Date: Saturday 20 May 2023
Time: 2 pm to 5.00 pm
Venue: CHINMAYA Wellbeing & Events Centre
Address: 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland

EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT

2.00 PM – WELCOME
2.15 PM – PANEL DISCUSSION ON NIRVANA
3.30 PM – BREAK
4.00 PM – WORKSHOPS
5.00 PM – CLOSE

Moksha
2023-05-22 19:30 - 21:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Moksha means Liberation.
Liberation from what? How to attain it? And what does Liberation look like?
Explore the central ideas in this brief 3-session course on Moksha.

Start Date – Monday 22 May 2023
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere
Time – 7:30pm to 8:45 pm, Monday evenings
Cost – Free
Available online and in-person

Sanskrit for Beginners
2023-05-24 19:00 - 20:30 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Sanskrit is a very beautiful and expressive language. This short course is a simplified initiation and foundation for beginners, keen to start their journey into the world of Sanskrit.

This course has been designed in a manner that anyone regardless of mother tongue and age will get acquainted with the salient aspects of the Sanskrit language.

Start Date – Wednesday 24 May 2023
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere
Time – 7:15pm to 8:30pm, Wednesday evenings
Cost – $40
Only available in-person, not online

Find Your Center
2023-05-25 19:00 - 21:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Develop the practices that will help you achieve a state of peace and tranquility where you can find clarity and focus.
By the end of this course, you will have a toolkit of simple practices that you can use to find your center in any situation. You will be able to move from inner noise to finding inner poise in everyday life.

Start Date – Thursday 25 May 2023
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere
Time – 7:30pm to 8:45 pm
Cost – Free
Available online and in person

Living Vedanta
2023-06-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Knowledge is to be assimilated and imbibed; mere understanding doesn’t take us far. Translate your understanding into your living with Living Vedanta.

Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre
Also available online
Starts Friday 23rd June
Weekly Vedanta Class – Every Friday evening
7:30 to 8:45pm
Free of Cost

Journey of your Soul
2023-06-25 07:00 - 08:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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What is life and what is its purpose? What’s the journey of the soul? Is there a life after death? Learn the secrets to life from the Lord of Death himself! Kathopanishad is an exploration into life, understanding it, and finding a greater purpose for those who seek it.

Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre
Also available online
Starts Sunday 25th of June
Weekly Vedanta Class – Every Sunday morning
7:00am to 8:15am
Free of Cost

Vedanta Essentials
2023-06-25 18:00 - 2023-07-25 19:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Vedanta is the inner science. As with any science, there are a series of fundamental ideas that are required to be understood in order to benefit from that science. Get an understanding of the essential ideas of Vedanta in order to develop your understanding and grow in this inner science.

Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre
Also available online
Starts Sunday 25th June
Weekly Vedanta Class – Every Sunday evening
6pm to 7:15pm
Free of Cost

Find Your Purpose
2023-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Youth are not useless, they are used less” – Find a purpose in life with an exploration of ideas in Bhaja Govindam and use your talents, and abilities to carve a better future for yourself and those around you.

Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre (In-person only)
For young adults (18 to 30yrs)
Starts Wednesday 28th of June
Weekly Vedanta Class – Every Wednesday evening
7:30 to 9:00pm
Free of Cost

A Quiet Mind Is A High-Performance Mind
2023-07-06 19:30 - 20:30 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Understand and learn the technique of meditation as given in the Bhagavad Gita in 6 Thursday Evenings.
Join Br. Ishaan Chaitanya to learn step by step instructions for the seekers to start or continue their meditation journey.
Br. Ishaan 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 meditation.

Starting 6th July – Every Thursday Night
7:30pm to 8:30pm
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge
Also available online but the real benefit is in-person
No course fees

Yoga for wellbeing
2023-07-24 19:30 - 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Course starting 24 July 2023
Yoga instructor Binuja Menon
Monday evenings
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
$120 for 10 sessions
In-person sessions at 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland

Finding Nirvana A Spiritual Retreat
2023-07-30 08:00 - 2023-08-06 17:00 | Ubud Bali
Chinmaya Mission NZ Presents
Finding Nirvana A Spiritual Retreat
Embark on a journey to lead you within, quietening the mind following the text Nirvana Shatakam!

Join Spiritual Book Club
2023-08-01 20:00 - 21:00 | online, Online, Online
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Spiritual books are a window to know yourself. If you want to connect with the ancient wisdom of India, join this unique spiritual book club. You will also become familiar with the works of the ancient Rishis and the world-renowned spiritual Master Swami Chinmayananda and grow with others in this new online spiritual book club!
The inaugural session of the book club will be on

Tuesday 01 August 2023
8 pm to 9 pm.

From there on, we will meet up on the first Tuesday of every month.

The Vedantic view is simple
2023-08-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Vedanta is the science of re-discovering Inner Happiness given to us by the Rishis of Ancient Bhārat.
Get a glimpse into this inner science with Swami Tejomayananda’s simple yet lucid text – Subodh Vedanta, explained in a relatable manner by Br. Ishaan Chaitanya.

Starting Thursday 17 August
Thursday Nights
7:30pm to 9:00 pm
8 week in-person course, not available online
Free of charge
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere

Garba Night
2023-09-08 19:00 - 23:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Get ready to unleash your inner dancer as our talented Live Musicians and DJ Gabbroo spins the latest Garba tracks, ensuring non-stop entertainment throughout the night.
The event will feature electrifying music, stunning performances, and an atmosphere of pure excitement and happiness.
By purchasing this ticket, you will also be supporting our fundraising efforts for the community centre.
Whether you’re a seasoned Garba enthusiast or new to the dance, we invite you to come and celebrate with us.
– Vegetarian Food
– Prizes for competitions ( best dressed male and female and best dancer male and female)
– Best DJ in Town- Dj Gabbroo
– Live Musicians
Date – Friday 8th September
Time – 7pm to 11pm
Location – 63 McKenzie Road Māngere Bridge
Tickets – $20
Contact for tickets: 021-144-1144
marketing@chinmaya.org.nz
We are grateful to our Sponsors:

Kaysons Ltd
Star Propert Management Ltd
Bake & Beans
Kasish Foods
Kamal Luthra from Barfoot & Thompson
Arjun SuperMarket
Apron Empowered

Yoga for Wellbeing - Every Saturday Morning
2023-09-16 08:00 - 09:30 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Yoga connects the movement and flow of the mind and body with the rhythm and control of the breath. This causes us to focus inwards, increasing our physical and mental awareness. Pranayama (the fourth limb) is the practice of breath control, which is the source of our prana, or vital life force.

Course starting 16 September 2023
Monday evenings | 8:00am to 9:15am
10 sessions
$120 for 10 sessions
In-person sessions at 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland
Only available in person, not online

Instructor Binuja Menon who is an energetic and talented Yoga Instructor and Therapist. Discover how her advanced training and specialization in Ashtanga principles can help you reach the optimal health and wellbeing.

Balvihar Camp 2023
2023-09-29 00:00 - 2023-10-01 00:00 | YMCA Shakespear lodge, Whangaparora
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The camp will have lots of character building activities like games, discussions and story telling.
It is also designed to bring an understanding of Hindu Culture and spiritual concepts to children in an age appropriate way.
Camps are a truly transformational experience for children.
Enjoyable, Educational and Self-Development experience.

For Children from 8 to 16 years of age
Friday 29th September evening – Sunday 1st October afternoon
YMCA Shakespear lodge, Whangaparora
Early Bird – $140 (until 31st Aug)
Regular Price – $165

Hindu symbolism workshop
2023-09-30 13:30 - 15:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Know the meaning behind Hindu symbols in this short workshop. Why do we celebrate our festivals the way we do? Why are Hindu gods multi-armed, each one specific and distinct from the other? What is the significance of their individual vehicles and the weapons they carry? In the Indian ethos, we encounter symbolism everywhere – in our sastras, in our celebrations and festivals, in the way we live. Symbolism has a language of its own. All are welcome. Free.
The workshop is also part of the Auckland Heritage Festival’s Exploring Sacred Spaces event organised by the Auckland Inter-Faith Council.
Session plan

1.30 pm Welcome
1.45 pm Interfaith prayers
2.00 pm Hindu symbolism
2.30 pm Q&A
2.45 pm Tea & Snacks

Thinking is Free
2023-10-14 08:00 - 17:00
Thinking is Free is a free podcast available on multiple platforms to help you view life from a spiritual perspective. Feed your mind with the right thinking it requires to become spiritual – all on the go! We explore the various facets of life and challenges we all routinely face in a conversation with dynamic individuals from the society and Br. Ishaan Chaitanya, our resident young monk in Auckland.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-is-free/id1668594255
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4JHVKO5sZOCsnQ8QQTlRSg
Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kMmI3NTMwNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw

Introduction to Spirituality
2023-10-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Upadesha Saara – The spiritual path is often very confusing for the novice. Get familiar with the main paths of spirituality – Karma, Bhakti, Ashtanga and Jnaana, to figure out which is the right for you.

Starting Thursday 19th October
7:30pm to 9:00pm
10 session, every Thursday evening
Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
Also available online

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 3
2023-10-21 10:00 - 11:45 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Understand and learn to apply Karma Yoga in your daily life as taught by Sri Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita.

Starts Saturday 21st October
Every Saturday
10:30am to 11:45am
Venue: Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre
Also available online
Free of Cost

Learn how to Meditate
2023-10-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Think and act. Understand and then do. What is Meditation in Vedanta? Learn the ins and outs of Meditation before taking up the practice.
Join Brahmachari Ishaan Chaitanya to learn step by step instructions for the seekers to start or continue their meditation journey.
Br. Ishaan 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 meditation.

Starting Friday 27th October
7:30pm to 8:45pm
8 Session Course
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge
Also available online
No course fees
