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Family Events

One of the following family events takes place every Sunday from 10:30am - noon.

Family Satsangs are designed to be engaging and thought-provoking for families and children of all ages. Each satsang explores a different aspect of Siddha Yoga philosophy and culture through art, movement, plays, contemplation, sharing, games, and other creative expressions. There is also plenty of time to connect with other families.

Village Satsangs are Family Satsangs to which everyone in the community is welcome. They are a chance for seekers of all ages to come together to share their wisdom and light. Please check the calendar for the next Village Satsang.

Family Seva Days give families an opportunity to participate in the spiritual practice of guruseva together. We spend time taking care of sacred spaces in the ashram, including the Bhagawan Nityananda Temple and Shambho Hall. In this way families can offer their gratitude and love. Please check the calendar for the next Family Seva Day.

Outings
Throughout the year, families take outings together to a variety of locations. These outings are for all ages and provide a time for families to socialize, relax, and have fun together in a beautiful, natural environment. Directions for each outing are available on the Families board at the ashram or by email to families@oaklandsyda.org.

Gatherings for Kumars (Children 10 - 12 years)

As children move into their pre-teen years, they begin to question the world around them and their place in it. It is at this age that children begin to establish their own relationship with their spirituality. To support them in this, there are Kumar gatherings, in which they come together to meet other children asking the same questions and explore together through games, experiences, study, learning, and discussion. Please check the calendar for the next Gathering.

Other Families Events

Courses
Family courses are a unique opportunity for families to deliver into a particular aspect of Siddha Yoga philosophy and culture in ways that are engaging for everyone. Families participate together and there are also activities for specific age groups. There is a registration fee for courses and they are generally a half-day.

Family Intensives
In this unique event, family members of all ages have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rejuvenating and shakti-filled environment of a Siddha Yoga Intensive specifically designed for families. Throughout the Intensive, parents and children chant, meditate, and contemplate Gurumayi's teachings on the Siddha Yoga Message for the year. There are sessions together as families and separate sessions appropriate for the different age groups.

Other Events

Families are warmly welcomed in Shaktinilaya Hall for all Saturday night satsangs and the Sunday morning Guru Gita chant. For children who need more room to express themselves, Shambho Hall is available with audio distribution.

Events are also offered for teens and young adults.