A 10-day summer camp is organised annually for 50 children age 8 -11, to inculcate the eternal values of our cultural and spiritual heritage and to nurture thier innate skills through activities such as yogasana, hymn and verse recitation, painting, storytelling and value-based games. Additionally, to inforce these values and skills, the programme is organised twice a month on Sundays.
The Bala Mandir classes commenced with great enthusiasm, beginning with the worship of “Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda.” The children participated in Nama Sankirtanam, joyfully singing devotional hymns around the Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna Temple, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
Following the prayers, engaging storytelling sessions were conducted, where the children were narrated stories from the Ramayana. These stories aimed to instill moral values and life lessons in the young minds. Additionally, moral stories were shared to further reinforce ethical and virtuous living.
To keep the children actively engaged, various games and activities were organized. These activities were designed to not only entertain but also to motivate and inspire them towards positive thinking and teamwork. The session, displaying enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. The session concluded on a positive note, leaving the children enriched with spiritual and moral lessons.
Bala Mandir – Academic Year (2025 – 2026)
Date: 07.09.2025
No. of Children: 31
Bhajans and Temple Procession : Ms. K. Naveena
Ramayana Class (Virtues of Lord Rama / ராமனின் நற்பண்புகள்) : Mr. P. Gopalakrishnan
Stories of Lord Shiva and Lord Ganesha : Mrs. D. Geetha
Stories of Gurudev and Holy Mother Saradamma : Ms. K. Naveena
Inspiring Training Session on Swami Vivekananda’s Teachings : Mr. P. Thirumurthi
Date: 31.08.2025
No. of Children: 36
Bhajans and Temple Procession Led by: Mr. K. Kamaraj
Ramayana Class Conducted by: Dr. J.P. Chandrasekhar
Session on Virtues Delivered by: Mrs. K. Uma Maheswari
Moral Stories (Neethi Neri Kathai)
Conducted by: Mrs. G. Bharathi
Brain Activation Session (Work for the Brain) Engaged by: Mr. P. Thirumurthi
An interactive session designed to stimulate thinking, problem-solving, and creativity through fun brain activities.
Date: 24.08.2025
No. of Children: 33
Bhajans and Temple Procession – Led by Dr. P. Rajavel.
Ramayana Class – Conducted by Mr. P. Gopalakrishnan.
Session on Swami Vivekananda’s Life and Message – Delivered by Mrs. Vijayalakshmi.
Moral Stories (Neethi Neri Kathai) Session – Conducted by Mrs. E. Sandhiya.
Brain Activation Session (மூளைக்கு வேலை) – Engaged by Mr. P. Thirumurthi.
Date : 17.08.2025
No of Children : 29
An assessment session was conducted today for the students of the Balamandir classes. The children were organized into four teams, each named after a spiritual figure and guided by a team leader:
Sri Krishnar Team – led by Geetha
Sri Hanuman Team – led by Sandhiya
Sri Ramar Team – led by Viji
Markandeyan Team – led by Bharathi
The assessments were carried out class-wise, as part of this week’s Balamandir activities.
In addition to the assessments, a temple procession and bhajan session were held, led by Mr. Kamaraj, enriching the day with spiritual vibrance and devotion.
Date : 03.08.2025
No of Children : 29
Bhajans and a temple procession, led by – Dr. P. Rajavel
A Ramayana class – Dr. J.P. Chandrasekhar.
A moral stories (Neethi Neri Kathai) session – Mrs. geetha and selvi neevena
An inspiring training session on Swami Vivekananda’s teachings was conducted – Mr. Kamaraj.
Date : 27.07.2025
No of Children : 35
Bhajans and a temple procession, led by – Dr. P. Rajavel
A Ramayana class – Dr. J.P. Chandrasekhar
A session on Swami Vivekananda’s life and message – Mrs. Vijayalakshmi
A moral stories (Neethi Neri Kathai) session – Mrs. Uma Karthikeyan
An inspiring training session on Swami Vivekananda’s teachings was conducted – Mr. Thirumurthi Annan and Mr. Kamaraj
The session concluded with a prayer. The children left the gathering enriched with knowledge, moral strength, and a deeper connection to Indian culture and spiritual traditions
Date : 20.07.2025
No of Children : 38
Bhajans and a temple procession led by – Dr. P. Rajavel.
A Ramayana class – Dr. J.P. Chandrasekhar.
A Thirukkural-based story session – Mrs. Sandhya.
A Moral stories (Neethi Neri Kathai) session – Mrs. Bharathi.
An inspiring training session on Swami Vivekananda’s teachings was conducted – Mr. Thirumurthi and Mr. Kamaraj.
The session concluded with a prayer. The children left the gathering enriched with knowledge, moral strength, and a deeper connection to Indian culture and spiritual traditions.
Date : 06.07.2025
No of Children : 41
Bhajans were led by – Mr. Kamaraj
Guru songs were conducted by – Mrs. Geetha
A Ramayana class – Mr. Gopal,
Life skills education – Ms. Naveen,
Training on Swami Vivekananda’s inspirational quotes – Mr. Thirumurthi
The session concluded with a prayer.
The children left with inspired minds, strengthened values, and a deeper appreciation for Indian culture and spiritual heritage.
Date : 29.06.2025
No of Children : 43
Bhajans and temple procession – Mr. Kamaraj
Ramayana class – Dr. J.P. Chandrasekhar
Life Education – Mrs. Uma Karthikeyan
Storytelling – Mrs. Vijayalakshmi
Swami Vivekananda’s inspirational quotes training session – Mr. Thirumurthy
The session concluded with a prayer and participant feedback, reflecting the impact of the day’s learning.
Date : 22.06.2025
No of Children : 46
Bhajans and Temple Procession – Mr. Kamaraj
Ramayana Class – Mr. Gopal
Moral Stories Session – Mrs. Sandhya and Bharathi
Interactive Session with Children – Mr. Thangamani
Parents Meeting for Bala Mandir Participants
Date : 15.06.2025
No of Children : 45
Bhajans and a temple procession- Dr. P. Rajavel,
Importance, objectives, and rules of Bala Mandir- Dr. T. Thangamani
Ramayana Class – Dr. J. P. Chandrasekhar
Life Skills Development Session – Ms. K. Naveena
In the class, marking a meaningful and inspiring beginning to the new academic year.
Bala Mandir – Academic Year (2024 – 2025)
Date : 30.03.2025
No of Children : 15 Children
Bhajan : Dr P. Rajvel
Ramayanam : DR J. P Chandrasekhar
Health and Good Habits: Selvi Naveena
Eye exercise: Dr T. Thangamani
Group discussion: Thiru Kamaraj and Thirumoorthy
Date : 30.03.2025
No of Children : 33 Children
Nama Sankirtanam : K. Kamaraj
Godly Faith Stories and Cooperative Presentation Games : Dr. T. Thangamani
Science Exploration Activity – 1 : Dr. S. Gopi
Date : 16.03.2025
No of children : 32 Nos
