Vedanta / Gita Classes:

On most Thursday, Gautamji, a senior disciple of Swami Parthasarathy, delivers ongoing lectures on Vedanta / Bhagavad Gita. For details contact via email at vedanta@hindusamajmandir.org 

Cultural Classes   ( Download Forms )   ( Registration for 2010 classes is now Open!)

Dance (Kathak /Bhangra / Bollywood / Hip-Hop):

These classes run in 3 semesters for the entire year. Depending on type of class, charges include $160 to $200  for each semester plus $30 to $45 registration charge for a year. Adult Bollywood Classes are on Sundays at 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm.  Come on in for an hour of fun and exercise! For details please contact through email at dance.classes@hindusamajmandir.org

Hindustani Sangeet:

Taught by Bollywood Singer and Sangeet Vishaarad, Ms. Sunita Kapur, Kids and adults learn Bollywood songs, Bhajans, Ghazals, Folk, and Classical Vocal. Please contact through email at hindustani.sangeet@hindusamajmandir.org . Fees for each 12 week semester is $300 with an Annual Registration Fee of $30. Timing - Saturday between 10 am to 1 pm.

Bala Vihar:

For kids to learn our precious culture, spiritual wisdom and related values through books, stories, bhajans, shlokas and games. For more information, please  email at balavihar@hindusamajmandir.org  or visit  http://mahwah.balavihar.googlepages.com 

Little Ustaads: Beat a Tabla, Strum a Sitar, Groove to Teen Taal and Rock to a Raga!

Little Ustaads allows children (0 – 4 years) and parents to discover and appreciate the world of Indian classical music through rhythmic tunes, rich vocals, mini instruments and vibrant visuals. Each 45 minute structured session will encompass the secrets and charm of traditional music presented in a contemporary style. The carefully designed content will promote emotional development, hand and eye coordination, mental stimulation, auditory refinement and exploratory play in a fun and effortless manner.

Now is the time to expose your child to the sounds of Indian Classical music, and unleash the artist within themselves.

Please contact through email at little.kids.classes@hindusamajmandir.org
<< Download Forms >>

Martial Arts:

Sensei Frank DiMaria, a Black Belt,  has been teaching and training martial arts since 2002 with his Sensei (Chief Instructor ) Title in 2007.  Sensei Frank Dimaria hopes that through his training, he can instill Self-Respect, Self-Confidence, and Self-Worth to others, all while becoming physically fit at the same time. “If you do your personal best, that’s how you become your personal best” - Sensei Frank DiMaria. Let’s all do our personal best to participate in this fantastic program in mid September!!!

Please contact: martialarts@hindusamajmandir.org

Naturally Yoga: (For Children & Adults)

For Childern:
Taught by Margaret Ricciardone a certified children's yoga teacher with Naturally Yoga of Glenrock. Yoga at an early age encourages self-esteem and improving their ability to concentrate. Storytelling is an integral part of Margaret's curriculum which encourages them to use their imagination. The yoga classes offered will be:
1. Mom and Me Tots Yoga: 2-3 yrs old - for moms and their little ones. Join us for some silly yoga playtime, incorporating breathing, stories and relaxation!
2. Kids Yoga: 4-7 yr olds - Come take a hot air balloon ride to a magical forest, become a brave warrior and even paint the night sky. The possibilities are endless when we combine yoga and storytelling!

Classes will be on Saturdays. ($180 for 12 session & $30 yearly registration fee)
Please contact: childyoga@hindusamajmandir.org

For Adults:
Taught by Sheryl Edsal who has created several unique programs including Yoga Fun and Yoga for Teens, Family Yoga, etc. Sheryl has been a guest instructor at Deepak Chopra's yoga teacher training in New York City. She has presented her Yoga Camps nationally and has taught yoga for Omega's Summer Teen Camp. Sheryl has is in teaching yoga for almost twenty years. Sheryl's humble Yoga beginnings in Integral Yoga blessed her with the profound discovery of her first and most influential teacher, Sri Swami Satchitananda. Since then, Sheryl’s life in Yoga has grown and expanded, infused with the love and knowledge of many different trainings and certifications in numerous other Yoga traditions including Kundalini, Ashtanga, Iyengar and Anusara, to name just a few. Sheryl has studied with many inspirational teachers and feels deep gratitude for her all Gurus both living and in spirit.

Classes will be on Saturdays ($180 for 12 session & $40 yearly registration fee)
Please contact: adultyoga@hindusamajmandir.org

Painting Classes:

Nivedita Patwardhan, who graduated as an architect from JNTU, Hyderabad, India is currently taking painting classes at the temple on Saturdays, at 11 am. She learned from Suhas Joshi in India in various art mediums: like oil paint, pastels, madhubani, tanjore and warali. Class is being conducted in: General drawing and painting which includes working in various mediums-pastels, water colors, pencil shading, etc. Charges are $240 for 12 session plus $30 yearly registration fee. For details painting.classes@hindusamajmandir.org

Yoga Classes: For general yoga classes taught by Mandir volunteers, Please contact us yoga.classes@hindusamajmandir.org.

Bharatanatyam:

Viral Vakani in over 12 years of experience, Viral started learning Bharatanatyam at age 11 back in India from Shree Amee Gujarathi and Shree Satish Pillai from the Nritriyanga Acedemey of Bharatanatyam Classical Dance. After coming to USA she was with Swadhyay Cultural Activities, meantime attending Oddisi workshop (Shree Aloka Kangolu) and also learning Kathak with Urmi Samadar. She resumed her training from Shree Bhramari Shivaprakash where she got an opportunity to learn another Style of Bharatnatyam.  email at bharatanatyam@hindusamajmandir.org for more information. (classes are on Thursday 6:00 - 7:30 or Saturdays 11:00 to 12:30) << Download Forms >>

Community Center Club (CCC)

Club's activities include Sports - Indoor and Outdoor sports such as Table Tennis, Volleyball, Chess and other sports. For further information, please send email to ccc@hindusamajmandir.org

Youth Club:  ( Download Registration Forms )  

The Community Center of Hindu Samaj Mandir has started a youth club for children which will strive to cater to the social needs of the teens in our community by providing structured program, fun activities, volunteer opportunity, counseling for college admission and fundraising which will not only allow them to express their talents and interests but also nurture their leadership qualities and build a strong character. The youth club will be divided into a junior youth club for grade 7-9 (if the youth is going to be in 7th grade in coming September, you can enroll him/her in January) and a senior youth club for grade 10-12.

For further information or if you have any questions please contact: ccyouthclub@hindusamajmandir.org   Also see/download our << FLYER >>