Ananda Meditation
We teach scientific meditation techniques from the Path of Kriya Yoga as taught by Paramhansa Yogananda, great yoga master and author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi. We are here to support your meditation practice and your journey toward Self-realization.
We offer 4 central techniques of the Path of Kriya Yoga for Self-realization:
Ananda Meditation Course & Trainings
Ananda Course in Meditation
The 10-week Ananda Course in Meditation online course is designed to provide in-depth instruction in scientific meditation techniques that bring more peace, deeper relaxation, and focused concentration to every area of your life, regardless of outer conditions.
You will learn a quick and effective technique of meditation and Paramhansa Yogananda’s Energization Exercises. This course is the first step in the Path of Kriya Yoga course series.
Ananda Online Meditation Teacher Training
Learn to share Paramhansa Yogananda’s meditation techniques and benefits of meditation with the growing numbers of people who are hungry for them.
In this online meditation course, you will be supported by:
- Lively discussion forums filled with insights
- “Live” practice teaching with fellow trainees
- Numerous opportunities to receive feedback on your teaching, and give feedback to others
- Team projects
- Personal coaching and guidance from meditation instructors
Path of Kriya Yoga: 5 Step Online Course Series
A 5-step online course series that guides you through the process of preparing to learn Kriya Yoga, the most effective technique for accelerating spiritual growth and attaining union with God.
- Ananda Course in Meditation
- Living the Principles of Self-Realization
- Course on Discipleship
- Preparation for Kriya Yoga
- Kriya Yoga Initiation
Ananda Meditation Retreats
Expanding Light Retreat
Ananda Village, Nevada City CA
Offering yoga and meditation teacher training, personal retreats, and more in a peaceful and healing environment. This is Ananda’s main retreat in America.
Ananda Meditation Retreat
near Ananda Village, Nevada City CA
Located on 80 pristine acres of forested land—an ideal setting for individuals or groups coming for retreat or seclusion.
Ananda Meditation Retreat
near Assisi, Italy
In the beautiful Umbrian hills near Assisi, Ananda Italy offers many courses that touch a wide variety of subjects. Each one offers you spiritual techniques for inner growth and how to apply higher awareness to daily life.
Ananda Meditation Retreat
near Pune, India
Guests participate in a variety of weekend and week-long programs and are welcome to join in the daily life of the residents, devoting time each day to meditation. For those desiring it, complete seclusion can be arranged.
Ananda Meditation Support
Guided Meditations
Tap into deep inner peace and experience the joy within yourselves with Ananda’s guided meditations based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda.
Download the Free Ananda Meditation App
Start a new practice or inspire your current one:
- Learn techniques, ancient and new
- Inspire your practice with guided meditations
- Use a timer to help you focus
- Create custom meditations and add chants, periods of silence, affirmations, and more
- Save bandwidth by downloading meditations for offline viewing
Answers to Common Meditation Challenges
- Physical Discomfort While Sitting
- Lack of Concentration
- Sleepiness
- Discouragement
- Impatience: I Expected Better Results!
- Daily Stress
- Physical and Emotional Tension
- Tension While Focusing at the Spiritual Eye
- Lack of Enthusiasm
- Cannot Find the Time to Meditate
- Feeling You Are Not a Good Meditator
- Spiritual Overconfidence: Thinking of Oneself (and One’s Abilities), Rather than God
- Protection from Negative Influences
- Feeling You Are Making Little or No Progress
Ask us any meditation questions!
Find Your Local Ananda Community, Center or Meditation Group
Meditation can be challenging to do on your own. Find meditation support and meet like-minded friends by visiting one of Ananda’s Communities, or Meditation Centers and Groups worldwide.
