
What we’re about
Ananda is a non-denominational center for meditation, spiritual growth, Kriya Yoga, and community, rooted in the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. All are warmly welcomed.
Curious about Ananda? Let’s connect! Call (805) 885-8444 to schedule an in-person tea/coffee, and explore how our classes can support you on the path of self-realization.
Ananda was founded in 1969 by Yogananda’s direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda. Ananda is a global movement based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda who showed how everyone can realize God in their daily lives as a tangible, loving reality. Ananda provides classes in the path of self-realization and Kriya Yoga, meditation support, and spiritual community.
Self-realization means realizing your true Self as the great ocean of Spirit, by breaking the delusion that you are this little ego, this little human body and personality.”
-Paramhansa Yogananda
For more information call (805) 885-8444
Our center is located at 1321 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., #124
Upcoming events
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WEEKLY Wednesday Evening Meditations: Everyone welcomed
Ananda Thousand Oaks, 1321 Thousand Oaks Blvd #124, Thousand Oaks, ca, USMeditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality.
No experience necessary.
Ananda is a worldwide, nonprofit, nondenominational center for meditation spiritual growth, and community based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Members of all faiths are part of Ananda. All are welcomed.
Details here.
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Morning Meditations: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Ananda Thousand Oaks, 1321 Thousand Oaks Blvd #124, Thousand Oaks, ca, USMeditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities and is the cornerstone of true spirituality.
Ongoing: Tuesday & Thursday mornings 6:15am-7:15am in person at Ananda Thousand Oaks.
Before rushing off to begin your day, enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence, and re-connect with your true reality - the Souls ever-existing peace. All are welcome.
See also: Weekly Wednesday evening meditations open to all HERE.
Ananda is a nonprofit, nondenominational center for meditation, spirituality, and community. All are welcomed. (805) 885-8444
This event is donation based.
Visit HERE for details.1 attendee
WEEKLY Wednesday Evening Meditations: Everyone welcomed
Ananda Thousand Oaks, 1321 Thousand Oaks Blvd #124, Thousand Oaks, ca, USMeditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality.
For ten years, Ananda Thousand Oaks has offered donation based, weekly meditations Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm. No experience necessary. Advanced meditators and Kriyabans also welcomed. For complete details visit: HERE.
Ananda is a worldwide, nonprofit, nondenominational center for meditation spiritual growth, Kriya Yoga, and community based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Members of all faiths are part of Ananda. All are welcomed.
1 attendee
How To Spiritualize Your Life: Based on the Teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda
Ananda Thousand Oaks, 1321 Thousand Oaks Blvd #124, Thousand Oaks, ca, USTrue spiritual progress isn’t measured by outward success, but in deepening inner peace, love, and attunement with the Divine.
In this informal and uplifting introductory discussion, we’ll explore timeless truths shared by Paramhansa Yogananda and how to live them day by day—learning to loosen the hold of the ego, awaken to our higher Self, and recognize the quiet signs of real spiritual progress.
For those who feel drawn to deeper study of Self-realization, this discussion leads beautifully into Ananda's core series, "The Art & Science of Raja Yoga" beginning January 10, 2026.
For complete details or to register for this introductory discussion—please visit HERE.
Ananda is a nonprofit, nondenominational center for meditation, spiritual expansion, Kriya Yoga, and community. The teachings of Self-realization are compatible with the core teachings of all great world religions. Devoted members of all faiths participate in Ananda worldwide.
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Past events
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