Last Sunday each month

Perhaps you or someone you know is facing an illness or a personal challenge—physical, mental, or spiritual. Join us in monthly for guided healing prayers. All are welcome.

1st Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm

Enjoy a guided tour of our intentional community in Mountain View, including some individual apartment homes, a temple, and the beautifully landscaped grounds. Whether you're curious about cooperative living, spiritual practice, or want to experience a place rooted in harmony and purpose, you're warmly invited.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesday evenings in October

Birth, death, and reincarnation seem to us fragmented realities. We have little memory of what came before, and no knowledge of what is to come. Reincarnation is the highway, karma is the roadmap, astral and physical birth and death are the vehicles in which we travel

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Saturday, 10am-12:30pm

Learn to relax your body, quiet your mind, awaken intuition and experience greater joy and creativity in daily life. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen or start building a daily meditation habit.

Saturday, 7pm • Temple

Mangalananda has shared kirtan with us many times over the years. He is a direct disciple of the great Indian mystic saint, Anandamayi Ma. The evening’s kirtan will all be invocations and praise of the Mother of the Universe, sharing in Her victorious power and love.

Sunday, 4pm • Pooja

Gentle yoga session offered by Pooja on the community green. Ananda Yoga brings yoga back to its original spiritual essence. Exercise and stress relief are only the beginning; the higher purpose of Ananda Yoga practice is to uplift your consciousness.

Sunday, 6:30-8pm • Shanti

This evening is a time set aside for deepening your practice of Kriya. Together, we will refresh our understanding, strengthen our techniques, and uplift our consciousness in the shared magnetism of group practice.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Wednesday evenings in October

Birth, death, and reincarnation seem to us fragmented realities. We have little memory of what came before, and no knowledge of what is to come. Reincarnation is the highway, karma is the roadmap, astral and physical birth and death are the vehicles in which we travel

Saturday, 12:30-3pm • Ananda Community Courtyard

Celebrate the bounty of fall with a beautiful meal prepared by Ananda Valley Farm, and served out in the community courtyard. All food is lovingly prepared with fresh produce from the farm.

Sunday, 4pm • Pooja

Gentle yoga session offered by Pooja on the community green. Ananda Yoga brings yoga back to its original spiritual essence. Exercise and stress relief are only the beginning; the higher purpose of Ananda Yoga practice is to uplift your consciousness.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesday evenings in October

Birth, death, and reincarnation seem to us fragmented realities. We have little memory of what came before, and no knowledge of what is to come. Reincarnation is the highway, karma is the roadmap, astral and physical birth and death are the vehicles in which we travel

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Saturday, 7pm • Chela Bhavan, Community

Hear some rarely heard songs, and some rarely heard singers, in this relaxed, informal evening concert. Soloists who are just spreading their wings will perform, as well as more experienced singers. Vocal music of Swami Kriyananda.

Last Sunday each month

Perhaps you or someone you know is facing an illness or a personal challenge—physical, mental, or spiritual. Join us in monthly for guided healing prayers. All are welcome.

Sunday, 4pm • Pooja

Gentle yoga session offered by Pooja on the community green. Ananda Yoga brings yoga back to its original spiritual essence. Exercise and stress relief are only the beginning; the higher purpose of Ananda Yoga practice is to uplift your consciousness.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Last Wednesdays, 6:30pm

Hear a little about Ananda’s offerings & roots in a casual setting and explore ideas about the spiritual life. All questions welcome. Tour the campus, classrooms, and temple.

Wednesday evenings in October

Birth, death, and reincarnation seem to us fragmented realities. We have little memory of what came before, and no knowledge of what is to come. Reincarnation is the highway, karma is the roadmap, astral and physical birth and death are the vehicles in which we travel

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Saturday, 8:00-11:30 am

Join us from wherever you are in the world for a two-hour Q&A with Nayaswami Shanti

1st Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm

Enjoy a guided tour of our intentional community in Mountain View, including some individual apartment homes, a temple, and the beautifully landscaped grounds. Whether you're curious about cooperative living, spiritual practice, or want to experience a place rooted in harmony and purpose, you're warmly invited.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

1st Saturdays, 9:30am-1pm

Immerse in the beauty of growing things at our farm in Half Moon Bay. Age-appropriate, hands-on jobs, from physical work in the soil to gentle, seated activities. No matter your age or ability, there is a meaningful way to contribute. Ends with lunch together.

Sunday, 6:30-8pm • Shanti

This evening is a time set aside for deepening your practice of Kriya. Together, we will refresh our understanding, strengthen our techniques, and uplift our consciousness in the shared magnetism of group practice.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Saturday, 7-9am • by invitation

For those initiated in Kriya Yoga through Ananda, this is a day to set the world aside and dwell in the divine presence—from the first stillness of morning to the blessings of evening.

Sacred ceremony, by invitation only • Asha & Shanti

Each year, those blessed to have received the sacred technique of Kriya Yoga are invited to reaffirm their vows in a ceremony of deep beauty and grace. We also welcome those who, after a year of dedicated preparation, will be receiving Kriya for the first time.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Thursday, Service 10am • Banquet noon

Reflect on the gifts and lessons that have been given to us this year. A time for gratitude, and sharing with family and friends. Come for one or both events. Reserve your banquet spot now; this is a popular event.

Last Sunday each month

Perhaps you or someone you know is facing an illness or a personal challenge—physical, mental, or spiritual. Join us in monthly for guided healing prayers. All are welcome.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Sunday, 12:15pm concert • light lunch provided beforehand

Let the joyous sounds of the holiday warm your spirit, bring a smile to your heart, and prepare us for the sacred season of Christ’s birth. Choir, small groups and soloists will perform a beautiful selection of Christmas favorites, including traditional carols, classical gems, and music by Swami Kriyananda.

Usually 1st Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm - no tour this month due to holidays

If you’d like to visit, just reach out to us by email to schedule a one-on-one tour this month. See individual apartment homes, a temple, and the beautifully landscaped grounds.You're warmly invited to reach out anytime..

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

Sunday, 11:30 am (after Sunday service)

Beautiful handmade arts and crafts, and homemade foods for the holidays are on display and for sale in the Yoga Center (right next to the Temple).

Sunday, 6:30-8pm • Shanti

This evening is a time set aside for deepening your practice of Kriya. Together, we will refresh our understanding, strengthen our techniques, and uplift our consciousness in the shared magnetism of group practice.

Mondays, 7pm

Join fellow Kriyabans (practitioners of Kriya yoga) for a weekly group meditation. For those who have already been initiated into the practice of Kriya Yoga through Ananda.

Wednesdays, 7-8pm

Relax and rejuvenate with an evening of guided meditation. The evening will include an hour of “sadhana” practice - guided stretches/ Yoga postures, chanting and meditation.

7pm • Ananda Temple

Chanting is a joyful way to open the heart, uplift the spirit, and create a sense of connection—both inwardly and with one another. Simple and easy to follow, the chants help bring us into the spirit of the season. Periods of chanting are interspersed with silent meditation.

Saturday, 10am-6pm

This tradition was begun by Yogananda and has become the heart of Ananda’s Christmas season. It’s a profound opportunity for an inner experience of the Divine. Though it may seem intimidating, you may be surprised at how easily the soul welcomes long periods of deep quiet.

Sunday, 5pm • meet at Chela Bhavan, Ananda Community

Stroll the streets near the Ananda Community in Mountain View, singing to the neighbors who delight in this old-fashioned holiday tradition—a magical evening.

Thursday, 5-7pm • Evening program, 7:30pm

Meditate with others this holy evening, welcoming the birth of Christ consciousness into the world, and into ourselves. This period of silent meditation is followed by a short break at 7pm. The evening service begins at 7:30pm.

Thursday, 7:30pm

With music, storytelling, kings, and shepherds, celebrate the coming of Christ consciousness in this holy time of year. Everyone participates at the close in a beautiful devotional candlelight ceremony at the feet of the baby.

Friday, Family Service, 11am - 12pm • Banquet, 12:30pm

A cast of children and adults illustrates the story as Asha narrates, bringing Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem magically to life. Many adults say this is one of their favorite events of the year.

Friday, 12:30pm, after Family Service
You, family members, and friends are warmly invited to enjoy a vegetarian banquet. A chance to connect with friends, new and old, along with some musical entertainment — fun-loving and inspiring.

Last Sunday each month

Perhaps you or someone you know is facing an illness or a personal challenge—physical, mental, or spiritual. Join us in monthly for guided healing prayers. All are welcome.

New Years Eve meditation, 5-7pm

Join us for a special 2 hour meditation to welcome the new year. For those interested in taking renunciate vows in the Nayaswami order, the ceremony will be held at 6pm.

Wednesday, 7:30pm

Bring in the New Year with a renewed heart. This special evening weaves together music, meditation, and moments of reflection, creating a space to let go of the old and welcome the new with fresh energy.