About Ananda
Ananda is a global spiritual movement based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and dedicated to helping individuals live in joy through meditation, yoga philosophy, community, and selfless service.
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Spiritual Team Leadership
October 11 – 13 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Are you a Business Leader seeking an uplifted and spiritual way to work in today’s world?
This retreat will focus on creating and leading teams from a Divine Consciousness! This will allow you as the team leader to develop and live your highest soul potential while nurturing the same in your team members.
Yoga Getaway: Ananda Yoga to Awaken the Chakras
October 11 – 13 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Awaken your energy to its fullest potential! This retreat offers a transformative journey into the realm of Ananda Yoga and chakra awakening. You’ll gain the ability to access your inner energy at will. Return home filled with vitality and armed with practical tools.
The Bhagavad Gita
Oct 9 – Nov 23 | Online
The Bhagavad Gita is a treasure trove of practical tools for the spiritual life. In this in-depth course, Nayaswami Gyandev and Nayaswami Diksha will help you apply those tools to your own life, aided by Paramhansa Yogananda’s powerful Gita insights.
Ananda Course in Meditation
Oct 17 – Jan 2 | Online
Develop or deepen your meditation practice and connect with your higher Self. You will be guided in tools and techniques for creating a sustainable practice.
Transform Your Life with Affirmations
Wednesday Oct 23, 4:30–6:30 pm PT | Online
Discover the power of affirmations to break through limitations, transform your life, and achieve your highest potential.
Master Your Energy, Master Your Life
Saturday Nov 9, 16, and 23 | Online
Would you like to recharge your body at will, just as Paramhansa Yogananda describes in Autobiography of a Yogi? If you’re curious about Energization Exercises or have been practicing but feel you’re not fully reaping the benefits, this workshop is perfect for you!
First-Timers’ Weekend
Nov 8 – 10 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Embrace new experiences, find inner peace, and create lifelong memories in a nurturing and supportive retreat setting. A perfect get-a-way—with a blend of relaxation, inspiration, yoga postures, meditation instruction, and delicious vegetarian food.
Building Spiritual Power in Uncertain Times
Wednesday Nov 13, 4:30 – 6:30 pm PT | Online
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How to Rise Above Your Karma
Nov 15 – 17 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Understand how the law of karma works, and how to make it work for you. Explore your own karmic patterns and lessons. You will also learn effective ways to free yourself from karma.
Ananda Course in Meditation
Dec 5 – Feb 20 | Online
Take the first step towards Kriya Yoga. In this course, you will be guided in tools and techniques for creating a deep, inspired and sustainable meditation practice.
Family Christmas at Ananda
December 6 – 8 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Enjoy heartwarming activities, delicious holiday meals, and create lasting memories with your loved ones. Come, make this Christmas a time of love, laughter, and shared happiness.
A Christmas of Inner Awakening
December 12 – 15 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Reconnect with your higher Self through yogic teachings of Christ, enjoy a delightful Christmas concert, caroling, other festive activities, and delicious food, creating memories and inspiration that will last throughout the season.
New Year Renewal: Relax, Recharge, Refocus
Dec 28 – Jan 1 | The Expanding Light Retreat, CA
Relax your body, recharge your mind, and refocus your life, with this perennial favorite. Go forward into the New Year rejuvenated, with purpose and solid tools to support your resolutions in all areas of your life.
Empower Yourself for the New Year
Dec 30 – Jan 1 | Online
Gain from your experiences of the past year, and empower yourself to achieve your goals in the coming year, all in a relaxed, supportive environment of other spiritual seekers. Join this insightful, inspiring, and completely practical workshop.
Ananda Course in Meditation
Jan 9 – Mar 20 | Online
Develop or deepen your meditation practice and connect with your higher Self. You will be guided in tools and techniques for creating a sustainable practice.
Take Charge of Your Life
Jan 11 – March 8 | Online
Do you want specific things you can do—not mere philosophy—to make positive shifts in your life? This course will give you an entire toolbox of simple, yet powerful, techniques for working directly with subtle energy, for self-mastery.
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