Gokulam is the place where Lord Krishna’s
magical days of childhood were spent.
It was here that his divine powers came tobe recognized.

Every child has that spark of divinity within…

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh

Balagokulam is a forum for children to discover andmanifest that divinity,
where they learn Hindu values
in an enjoyable manner and make good friends

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghHindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS)
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, volunteer-basedorganization, serving the needs of Hindus in the United States of America.
HSS’ mission is to• Preserve and promote Hindu Dharma and culture.
• Facilitate Hindus to appreciate, learn and practice Hindu way of life in USA.
• Instill pride and confidence in Hindus in general, children and youths in
specific, about their identity.
• Raise Hindu awareness in the society around.
• Develop social awareness, volunteerism, discipline and leadership skills.
• To serve the Hindu interests and Hindu Unity.
Visit http://www.hssus.org for more information.
Send an email to infohss@yahoo.com for more information.
Hindu Swayamsevak SanghHow to contribute to Hindu Swayamsevak SanghHSS has about 100 chapters in United States. Each chapter (known as“Shakha”) meets weekly for 90 minutes. A joyful atmosphere of learning
can be seen at the Shakha, where all the family members take part.
You may join this effort by•••••Regularly attending the Shakha near you.
Tell your friends about the HSS activities.
Attend festivals and other events conducted by HSS.
Offer your skills like web site creation, artistic work, writing, speaking,volunteering to teach children, etc.
Any other way you can think of.

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghOur Inspiration: India is the land of many gods, goddesses,great saints, kings,queens, freedom fighters, philosophers, and visionaries. All of them inspire us.
Hindu Swayamsevak SanghThoughts behind Balagokulam“Children are not vessels to be filled, but lamps to be lit” - Swami
Chinmayananda"Look back, drink deep from the eternal fountains that are behind, and thenmarch forward" - Swami Vivekananda

When Sanskriti is imparted to achild, his tendencies are godly
and when Vikriti increases, histendencies are demonic.

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghWhat is Balagokulam
It is a forum where • Children learn Hindu values in enjoyable manner.
• Hindu children in USA learn to appreciate their cultural roots.
• All round personality development is achieved in practice.
• Children make new friends, participate in extra curricular activities, likeskits, songs, etc.
• Children learn a sense of responsibility and grow up to be an ideal citizen.

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghOur goal is• To facilitate children to appreciate, learn andpractice Hindu way of life.
• Instill pride and confidence in Hindu children
about their identity.
• Raise Hindu awareness in the society around.
• Develop social awareness and leadership skills
among children.

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghVyakti Vikas (All-round Integrated Personality Development)
At Balagokulam, 360° personality development is achieved based on
Hindu Dharma in the following ways
• Physical : Exercise and Games• Spiritual : Study of Scriptures• Mental : Yoga and other techniques• Intellectual : Stories, Debates, Quiz, Projects

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghCreate Pride
A proud Hindu:• Understands the Hindu philosophy• Is convinced of its importance for a peaceful world• Practices Hindu Values• Helps fellow Hindu• Identifies himself as a Hindu

Group Dynamics• Builds Confidence• Face challenges of being part of two cultures

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh

Activities
Regular activities:• Shlokas and Bhajans• Surya namaskar and Yoga
• Games• Stories and quiz
• Arts and Crafts
Special events activities:• Skits• Festival celebrations• Picnics• 1 – 5 days camps• Community service• Balagokulam MagazineHindu Swayamsevak Sangh

Activities
Stories:• From rich Indian Scriptures and History• From Panchtantra• Inspiring stories from the freedom struggle
Shlokas and Bhajans:• Predefined set of shlokas with their meaning in simple English• Small Bhajans for different gods and goddesses
Arts and Crafts:• Drawing, coloring and painting• Akash Kandil for Diwali,etc.
• Clay work to create Ganpati, etc.

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghSyllabus
Syllabus taught in balagokulam has been designed withattention to detail and to impart knowledge in an organizedand enjoyable way.
• Two age groups (5-8 and 9-12)• Tri-mester Systemo Topics from six categories-festivals, dharma, heritage, history, moral, sangh)o Two shlokas or mantra and two subhashitani (words of wisdom)
every montho One bhajan or Geet in two months.
o Every month one project (skits, arts/crafts, discussion, talent show)o Questions (exercise) given after every montho Friendly exams / certificate distribution(Ram Navami, Janmashtmi, Gita Jayanti)
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh

Activities on special events
Celebration of Festivals:• Ganesh pooja• Raksha Bandhan• Guru Pooja• Yugadi• And other Hindu festivals
Community Service:
Seva or service is the best way for us to realize the divinity in all• Serve the needy• Visiting elderly people in convalescent hospital• Volunteer at Hindu temples• Work with other voluntary groups in serving the community

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghHindu Heritage Camps
One to Five day camps :Vacation can be magical. That's the time to explore, enjoy and make more friends.
Hindu Heritage Camp of HSS conducted during vacations or any other weekends
has been a favorite event for the children

Check www.balagokulam.org for upcoming camps in your area

Hindu Swayamsevak SanghThank you!
For more information
Visit www.balagokulam.org

Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh