Sai Vidya Mandir
श्रद्धा
सबुरी
Educational & Youth Development Programs at SSMNC
Sai Vidya Mandir is the educational and youth development wing of Sri Shirdi Saibaba Mandir of North Carolina.
Through a variety of programs, we aim to nurture character, confidence, cultural grounding, and lifelong learning in our children and youth.
Contact: SaiVidyaMandir@ssmnc.org
Upcoming Sessions
Bala Vikas
Year-round cultural, spiritual, and values-based learning for children. Includes Yoga, Meditation, Slokas, Bhajans, and moral teachings.
Toastmasters
Engaging Youth Leadership Program that builds communication and leadership skills under the guidance of certified Toastmasters.
Young Knights
Beginner‑friendly introduction to the world of chess. Children learn fundamentals such as board setup, piece movement, and basic strategy.
AI Seminars
Interactive sessions and expert panel discussions on Artificial Intelligence. More educational programs and workshops coming soon.
Bala Vikas
Bala Vikas is a year-round program that begins in the last week of September and continues through the last week of May. The curriculum includes Yoga, Meditation, Slokas, Bhajans, and moral values rooted in Hinduism.
We follow an age-specific curriculum inspired by the teachings and educational framework of Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, helping children develop cultural values, discipline, and spiritual awareness.
Enrollment: Registration for the next academic year opens during July and August. Please reach out to us during that time for details and enrollment information.
Toastmasters
The Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program helps children and teens build confidence, communication skills, and leadership abilities. Our spring session was successfully completed under the mentorship of experienced Toastmasters.
Next Session: Fall session begins late September 2026.
Registration Status: Registration open now!
Contact: toastmasters@ssmnc.org
Upcoming Session
Young Knights
Young Knights Chess introduces children to the fundamentals of chess, including board setup, piece movement, and basic strategy. This program helps develop focus, patience, and analytical thinking.
Next Session: Fall session begins late September 2026.
Registration Status: Registration is now closed (full capacity). Please contact us to join the waitlist and receive updates about future sessions.
Contact: YoungKnights@ssmnc.org
Upcoming Session
AI Seminars
We host interactive AI seminars featuring expert panel discussions on Artificial Intelligence, emerging technologies, and real-world applications. Many more educational programs and workshops are planned for the near future.
If you have ideas for educational programs or wish to help offer one through Sai Mandir, please contact us. We would be glad to work with you to bring new learning opportunities to our RTP community.