In addition to being focal points of religious activity, BAPS mandirs are also centers of culture.
Many forms of traditional Indian art have their roots in Hindu scriptures and have been preserved and flourished in the setting of mandirs.
Many BAPS mandirs outside of India hold Gujarati classes to facilitate scriptural study, instruction in traditional dance forms in preparation for performances in festival assemblies, and music classes where students are taught how to play traditional instruments such as tabla.
Devotees view the mandir as a place for transmission of knowledge of Hindu values and their incorporation into daily routines, family life, and careers.

Apart from classes teaching about religion and culture, mandirs are also the site of activities focused on youth development.
Many centers organize college preparatory classes, leadership training seminars and workplace skills development workshops.
Centers often host women's conferences aimed at empowering women.
They also host sports tournaments and initiatives to promote healthy lifestyles among children and youth.
Many centers also host parenting seminars, marriage counseling, and events for family bonding.

BAPS mandirs and cultural centers serve as hubs of several humanitarian activities powered by local volunteers.
Mandirs in the US and UK host an annual walkathon to raise funds for local charities such as hospitals or schools.
Centers also host annual health fairs where needy members of the community can undergo health screenings and consultations.
During weekend assemblies, physicians are periodically invited to speak on various aspects of preventative medicine and to raise awareness on common conditions.
In times of disaster, centers closest to the affected area become hubs for relief activity ranging from providing meals to reconstructing communities.
In addition to being focal points of religious activity, BAPS mandirs are also centers of culture. Many forms of traditional Indian art have their roots in Hindu scriptures and have been preserved and flourished in the setting of mandirs. Many BAPS mandirs outside of India hold Gujarati classes to facilitate scriptural study, instruction in traditional dance forms in preparation for performances in festival assemblies, and music classes where students are taught how to play traditional instruments such as tabla. Devotees view the mandir as a place for transmission of knowledge of Hindu values and their incorporation into daily routines, family life, and careers. 
Apart from classes teaching about religion and culture, mandirs are also the site of activities focused on youth development. Many centers organize college preparatory classes, leadership training seminars and workplace skills development workshops. Centers often host women's conferences aimed at empowering women. They also host sports tournaments and initiatives to promote healthy lifestyles among children and youth. Many centers also host parenting seminars, marriage counseling, and events for family bonding.
BAPS mandirs and cultural centers serve as hubs of several humanitarian activities powered by local volunteers. Mandirs in the US and UK host an annual walkathon to raise funds for local charities such as hospitals or schools. Centers also host annual health fairs where needy members of the community can undergo health screenings and consultations. During weekend assemblies, physicians are periodically invited to speak on various aspects of preventative medicine and to raise awareness on common conditions. In times of disaster, centers closest to the affected area become hubs for relief activity ranging from providing meals to reconstructing communities.
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