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      Sunday, November 27 @ 7:00 am - Sunday, November 27 @ 10:00 am UTC
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Ananda communities are comprised of a residential area for members and a nearby temple, and often have a school and other Ananda-affiliated businesses. They offer a variety of regular classes and spiritual services.

Teaching centers offer classes, services, workshops, and retreats.

Meditation groups hold regular meetings. They may be small and meet in the homes of members or larger and meet in more public spaces such as yoga studios.

Online classes happen around the world and in multiple languages.

Retreats offer workshops, certifications, and time for spiritual growth and renewal. Visiting a retreat is a wonderful way to recharge your spiritual life.

Ananda Course in Meditation — Starting January 05

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Ananda is a worldwide movement to help you realize the joy of your own higher Self. Ananda is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and was founded by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda in 1968. Learn more…

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