First-session guide · 18 September 2026
Your first class starts with showing up.
Preparing for your first online meditation class does not need to be complicated. A comfortable place, a working device and the correct joining link are enough to get ready for the free English Rajyoga course.
The new seven-day batch starts Thursday, 12 November 2026, with daily sessions from 8:00 to 9:00 PM IST.
Zoom and YouTube Live links, reminders and official updates are shared in the group.
What do you need before the first session?
Begin by joining the official English batch WhatsApp group. This is where the organisers share Zoom access, YouTube Live links, reminders and important announcements. The article gives you preparation guidance; the current group announcement provides your actual session link.
Use a phone, tablet or computer that lets you hear the session clearly. Check your internet connection and battery before class. Headphones may help if you are sharing a room, but there is no special meditation equipment to buy.
Your first-class readiness checklist
Tick each item as you prepare. This checklist is for your own use on this page; it does not register you for the course and is not saved when you reload.
If one item is still uncertain, start with the Zoom, YouTube and WhatsApp joining guide. You can also contact the project for joining help.
What should you expect in a Rajyoga class?
Rajyoga is a spiritual meditation practice based on awareness, elevated thoughts and inner experience. In the Brahma Kumaris tradition, the practice includes soul-consciousness and remembrance of the Supreme Soul.
The course is taught in English and welcomes people with no prior meditation experience or spiritual knowledge. It focuses on meditation and practical spirituality rather than physical yoga postures. The spiritual learning unfolds during the live sessions, so the organisers are intentionally not publishing a detailed day-by-day syllabus in advance.
Listen with curiosity
You do not need to arrive with all the answers. Take time to understand unfamiliar ideas in the context of the teacher’s explanation.
Explore at your own pace
Notice your experience without comparing it with someone else’s. A wandering mind does not mean you are failing.
Return with continuity
Attend from the first day and make room for the full seven-day journey. Each session is approximately one hour.
Three things you do not have to do
- You do not have to understand Hindi. This batch is in English.
- You do not have to force your mind to become blank. The approach explores awareness and meaningful spiritual thoughts.
- You do not have to promise a result. Arrive ready to listen and practise, without expecting an instant transformation.
For a gentle introduction before class, read our Rajyoga meditation guide for beginners.
After your first session
Take a moment to note one idea that stayed with you and one question you would like to understand better. Check the official group for any follow-up instructions, then keep the next evening’s hour available.
A useful reflection is: “Where could I bring a little more awareness into tomorrow?” Choose an ordinary moment such as beginning work or listening to a family member. Keep the intention small and practical.
First-class questions
What time should I be ready?
The class time is 8:00–9:00 PM IST. Being ready a few minutes beforehand gives you time to check sound and open the latest joining link.
Will my camera or microphone need to be on?
Camera and microphone requirements are not specified in the course brief. Follow the organiser’s joining instructions and the teacher’s guidance during the session.
Can I use YouTube instead of Zoom?
Yes. The programme also offers YouTube Live access for a wider audience. Use the current link shared through the official WhatsApp group.
What if I miss a session?
Check with the organisers in the official group. Recording access and catch-up arrangements have not been confirmed, so plan to attend live from Day One where possible.
Do I need to pay or have previous experience?
No. The course is free and welcomes complete beginners. No prior meditation experience or spiritual knowledge is required.
Is there a confirmed start date?
Yes: Thursday, 12 November 2026. Read the full course information for the confirmed timing and format.
Fit your practice around a busy schedule with our Rajyoga guide for working professionals.
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