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Walking the Path:
Navigating Life's Journey with a Spiritual Perspective
Taming the Unruly Mind
Sunday, June 11, 2023

This is the first in a multi-part series of One-day Live Sadhana Retreats.

These retreats will explore various themes focused on bringing spiritual understanding into our daily lives in a practical way.

  • This retreat aims to explore how we can gain greater mastery over the mind.
  • There will be a practical exercise to help participants better appreciate the art and practice of contemplation.
  • Gain spiritual perspective on the various aspects of life and face the everyday challenges with a sense of calm and composure.
  • Live Q&A
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Full Calendar

All upcoming live classes & events.
Please see the time zone listed with all dates.

Program Date
Dates with (*) vary by class group and time zone
 Format
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 1
 * Fri, June 2 or
  Sat, June 3, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 2
 * Fri, June 9  or
  Sat, June 10, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Walking the Path:
Taming the Unruly Mind
Br. Madhavamrita Chaitanya
 Sunday
June 11, 2023
PDT
 Live Zoom Retreat
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 3
 * Fri, June 16 or
  Sat, June 17, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 4
 * Fri, June 23 or
  Sat, June 24, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 5
 * Fri, June 30 or
  Sat, July 1, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 6
 * Fri, July 7 or
  Sat, July8, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 7
 * Fri, July 14 or
  Sat, July 15, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Walking the Path: Navigating Life's Journey with a Spiritual Perspective
Br. Yoga Chaitanya
 Sunday
July 16, 2023
PDT
 Live Zoom Retreat
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 8
 * Fri, July 21 or
  Sat, July 22, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 9
 * Fri, July 28 or
  Sat, July 29, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 10
 * Fri, Aug 4 or
  Sat, Aug 5, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 11
 * Fri, Aug 11 or
  Sat, Aug 12, IST
 Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Class 12
 TBA Live Zoom Class
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
Closing Ceremony
 TBA Live Zoom Class


Past Events

Now available on-demand!

LEARN SANSKRIT THE TRADITIONAL WAY
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 2
June 2 - August 11, 2023

Continue learning spoken Sanskrit the traditional way. Immerse yourself in the rich and beautiful language of ancient India. Weekly live classes with multiple class time options.

Learn like a child and immerse in the beautiful sounds, slowly increasing comprehension and vocabulary over time.

  • Pronounce Sanskrit words with the correct pronunciation.
  • Understand and speak in sentences.
  • Develop Sanskrit vocabulary.
  • Complete exercises and gain the right skills required for further studies in Sanskrit.
Learn More or Enroll!
Nurture Mother Nature, Nurture Yourself
Earth Day Retreat
April 22-23, 2023!

We are launching a very special retreat!

Take advantage of a special opportunity to join this retreat led by Amma's disciples. Spiritual talks, inspiring panel discussions, devotional singing, connecting with nature, hands-on workshops and more! Enjoy this two-day retreat with live events or watch sessions individually at your convenience with 30-day access to materials.

This retreat is a combination of live events and self-paced practices. You can follow along from your own time zone. It will be conducted in English.

  • Amma’s disciples will lead you in sadhana with nature meditations, special visualizations for Earth Day, archana, and bhajans.
  • Nurture yourself with Gentle Mindful Movement: Qi-Gong & Deep Stretching.
  • Nurture nature with some hands-on spring workshops: Gardening at Home, making Seed Balls and Tree Planting.
  • Enrich yourself with hands-on spring workshops: Spring Cooking, Malayalam class and the Art of Natural Dyeing.
  • All inspired by Amma and Her teachings, and a beautiful way to receive many gifts from Amrita Virtual Academy.
Enrollment is open!
Be like a child—open up and sing with innocence and love...
Sing from Your Heart!
Live Workshop
April 15, 2023

Learn to sing the bhajan "Amritamayi Anandamayi." Receive personalized feedback and guidance. The goal is for you to sing and feel the bhajan from your heart regardless of your musical knowledge or vocal abilities. No knowledge of shrutis, ragas or any music theory is required. All voices welcome!

  • Live Zoom workshop.
  • Learn proper pronunciation of lyrics with primary focus on singing from the heart with devotion and bhakti.
  • Learn through listening and repetition of verses.
  • Learn voice exercises to help open up vocal chords.
  • Centered on Amma’s teachings and enhancing bhajan sadhana.
Learn more or enroll!
On-demand Authentic Indian Cooking
Amrita Prasadam |
March Episodes: Food & Spirituality

This month, Swami Dayamritananda Puri gives a special satang about Food & Spirituality. He shares some rare stories about Amma and cooking from his experiences and gives some practical advice to bring spirituality to our kitchens.

Episodes include:

  • Vaju starts out with some Vedic chanting dedicated to Lord Shiva followed by a special Satsang.
  • A traditional North Indian puffy deep fried bread paired with a flavorful chickpea curry simmered in a spicy and tangy gravy. Sweet lassi is a tasty and cooling yogurt drink that compliments this scrumptious meal.
  • A traditional and popular South Indian rice dish made with tamarind paste, spices and rice.
  • Kitchen 101: We will get to know the various dals, lentils and pulses used in Indian cooking.
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LEARN SANSKRIT THE TRADITIONAL WAY
Spoken Sanskrit: Level 1
Dec 15, 2022 - Mar 5, 2023

Get a friendly introduction to Sanskritam, the sacred language of ancient India. This course will allow a beginning level student to develop hearing, understanding and speaking Sanskrit through a streamlined set of exercises. If you have studied Sanskrit before and want a refresher, this is a great opportunity to strengthen your foundation from the beginning.

Learn like a child and immerse in the beautiful sounds, slowly increasing comprehension and vocabulary over time.

  • Pronounce simple Sanskrit words with the correct pronunciation.
  • Understand and speak in simple sentences.
  • Develop an introductory Sanskrit vocabulary.
  • Complete simple exercises and gain the right skills required for further studies in Sanskrit.
Learn more or Enroll!
Amritaculture
Let’s Grow Tulasi!
New Workshop!

Caring for the Sacred & Medicinal Tulasi Devi Plant
An inspiring and informative workshop covering all aspects of the growth and care of the Sacred Tulasi plant. Focusing on growing Tulasi in temperate and non-native climates.

  • This is a self-paced workshop. You can enroll at any time with 1-year access upon enrollment.
  • Detailed instructional videos for all aspects of Tulasi growth.
  • Includes an introduction to Tulasi that shares the story of Amma’s inspiring guidance behind growing Tulasi!
  • Gain access to an exclusive online community of like-minded Tulasi growers. Share and exchange knowledge.
Learn More or Enroll!