Chinmaya

Dṛg-Dṛśya-Viveka
2023-01-29 07:00 - 07:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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The study of Drg-Drishya Viveka helps seekers ascertain ‘Who I am’ and guides them in meditation, enabling the realisation of their true nature as unconditional Bliss and bringing an end to all sorrows – once and for all.

– Every Sunday – 12 week course
– Starting Jan 29th
– 7:00 – 8:30am
– In person and online
– Free of cost
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Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2
2023-01-28 10:30 - 11:30 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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The quintessential teachings of Hinduism and Vedanta are presented in Chapter 2 of the Bhagavad Gita.
Study the eternal dialogue that represents the confusions of man in every generation and the answers to them given by the compassionate and all knowing Lord Himself.

Every Saturday
Starting Jan 28th 2023
10:30 – 11:45am
In person and online
Free of cost
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland 2022

Positive Living
2023-01-24 19:30 - 21:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Life is what we make it to be. What is it that makes life a success? What are the qualities to be lived to make living a joy for myself and those around me?
Study, understand and grow to live the ideas presented by Lord Krishna himself in the Bhagavad Gita.

Date : Starting 24th Jan
Tuesday Nights
Time : 7:30pm to 9:00 pm
Free of charge
Age Group – 28 to 40 years
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere

Manah Shodhanam
2023-01-23 08:00 - 17:00 | 63 McKenzie Rd, Mangere, Auckland, 63 McKenzie Rd,, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand
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Manah Shodhanam is an original Sanskrit composition of Swami Tejomayananda. This text and commentary helps us understand the working of our mind and gives practical solutions of how to tackle it.

Every Friday – 10 week course
Starting Jan 27th 2023
7:30 – 8:45pm
In person and online
Free of cost
Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland 2022

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Get the blessings of Lord Ayyappa
2023-01-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Join us for Shri Vishnu Sahasranama chanting followed by Lord Ayyappa Stuti, Bhajans and Mahaprasad.
Location – 63, McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge, Auckland – 2022
Saturday 21st of Jan 2023 – 6pm to 8:30pm

Recognising the Witness
2023-01-16 19:30 - 2023-01-20 20:45 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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A succinct summary of the core teachings of Vedanta, based on the well known text Pancadashi. With the aid of an apt metaphor, the teachings are presented in an extremely simplistic manner for the novice and the seasoned spiritual seeker in you.

Mon 16th Jan to Friday 20th Jan
7:30pm to 8:45pm – 5 evening sessions
Location – Available in person and online
Donation – $50

Bhagavad Gita Summer School
2023-01-14 19:00 - 20:30
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Bhagavad Gita Summer School

Date = 14th,15th and 22nd Jan 2023
Time = 7 – 8:30pm
Venue = Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
In person only, not available online

Start your New Year by getting to know the key messages of the Holy Geeta in 3 masterclass sessions
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.

Design your Game Plan for 2023 - Free Webinar
2022-12-20 19:30 - 20:30 | online, Online, Online
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Join us to learn the habits, practices, mindsets, and skills you need to make 2023 truly remarkable.
These are the tools and practices that have been adopted by famous athletes, successful musicians and world-class entrepreneurs.
Gain insights into how one can choose what’s healthy/helpful vs what’s easy and self-sabotaging.
Take charge of your destiny in the New Year.
Your zoom code will be emailed to you after you register.
Tuesday 20th December 2022
7:30pm to 8:30pm
Free of Cost
Virtual Lounge Chat with Q and A

Geeta Jayanti
2022-12-03 09:00 - 13:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Come celebrate this Geeta Jayanti by joining us in chanting the entire Bhagavad Geeta followed by prasad for all.
Chanting the Bhagavad Geeta is not only a refreshing dip into the holy Knowledge given by the Lord himself but also a way of worship of the Divine Lord.
– Saturday 3rd December 2022
– 9am to 1pm
– Venue – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland 2022
The Bhagavad Geeta is not just an ancient scripture but also serves as an essential guide to better living, relating, and communicating with the modern world. The greatest quality of Bhagavad Geeta is that it prompts an individual to think, to make a fair and right decision, and to look at life differently and refreshingly without surrendering one’s identity. The Geeta has been addressing contemporary issues and solving everyday problems of humanity for millennia.

21 Day Challenge
2022-11-28 06:30 - 2022-12-18 07:00
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Will you commit 15mins a day to transform your life?
It takes 21 days to create a habit.
Challenge yourself to a better way of living.
Learn how to contemplate and train the mind into a greater state of wellbeing using short, effective exercises.

Mon 28th Nov to Sunday 18th Dec
Every Morning for 15mins
6:30am to 6:45am

Achieve Prosperity
2022-11-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Experience the power of ancient mantras from the Rig Veda. Join this popular workshop to learn the powerful Shri Sooktam, which are sutras of prosperity from ancient Rigveda. Sara Jhanvekar, Healer and Therapist will help us activate & accelerate the 8 different types of prosperity in your life using the Shri Sooktam.

4 in-person sessions (2 hrs each session) based on Shri Sooktam.
Wednesdays – Starting 23rd November
7.00 PM – 9.00 PM.
Dakshina $50 for all 4 sessions

Discover the Wellbeing code
2022-11-14 19:30 - 2022-11-17 21:00 | Chinmaya Nikunj Wellbeing & Events Centre, 63 McKenzie Road, Mangere Bridge
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Wellbeing is fundamental to our health, enabling us to successfully overcome difficulties and achieve what we want out of life.
Wellbeing is not just the absence of disease or illness. It’s a complex combination of a person’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual factors.
Wellbeing is important because it is related to life satisfaction. The more satisfied you are with your life, the more you will get out of each day. When you’re satisfied and content in life, you can help to positively influence others around you, too.
Hear from a spiritual master what wellbeing truly consists of and how to achieve it in your daily life.
Be the best version of yourself, every day, every moment.
Join this free 4 day talks series.

Day 1: physical well-being
Day 2: emotional well-being
Day 3: mental well-being
Day 4: spiritual well-being

Location – 63 McKenzie Road, Māngere Bridge, Auckland 2022
Time – 7:30pm to 8:45pm
Swami Swaroopananda is the Global Head of Chinmaya Mission.
He chairs Central Chinmaya Mission Trust (CCMT). He is the Chancellor of Chinmaya University and Chairman of Chinmaya International Residential School in Coimbatore, one of the most well-respected and well-performing residential schools of India.
An able administrator and a dynamic leader, his watchful eye and acumen keeps him abreast with developments of any consequence in the over 300 Centres under his guard. Devotion to his Guru, Swami Chinmayananda, and obeisance to his philosophy, guides his decision making and governance.

Re-Program Your Mind - NZ Camp 2022
2022-11-11 18:30 - 2022-11-13 14:00 | Kokako Lodge – 235 Falls Rd, Hunua 2583, New Zealand
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Re-program the Mind is a weekend retreat for individuals in the community to gain insights into mind management and learning how to maintain a positive mental health by a Spiritual Master. The goal is to enable them to be the best version of themselves, fostering healthy family connection and support of the extended community.

Dates – Friday 11th Nov to Sunday 13th Nov
Time – Friday 6:30pm to Sunday 2pm
Location – Kokako Lodge – 235 Falls Rd, Hunua 2583
Price – $130
Camp Facilitator – H. H. Swami Swaroopananda
Age Group – 18+

Yoga Well-Being Flow
2022-10-16 09:00 - 10:30 | 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
