Teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda
Learn to Meditate
We offer a direct path to inner transformation — through meditation, Kriya Yoga, and ancient wisdom — open to all seekers
Teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda
Everything we offer grows out of Paramhansa Yogananda's universal "how-to-live" teachings, best known through his classic Autobiography of a Yogi. In 1968, his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda founded Ananda Sangha to carry these teachings into daily life, envisioning small communities which he called "world brotherhood colonies." That vision is what we're building together, in our own corner of the world.
About Ananda NZ
We're a thriving community here in New Zealand, drawn together by our love for meditation and the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda. Some of us have been on this path for decades, others just a few months— we share the same simple aim: to live in joy, to grow in awareness, and to be of service. Friendship is at the heart of it all. If you're curious about this path, we'd love to have you join us.
Meditation Classes, Spiritual Retreats & Spiritual Counselling
Meditation for beginners
Still your mind, open your heart
Learn a single, powerful technique from a timeless tradition — and build a practice that's truly your own.
Spiritual retreats
Nourish your body, mind and soul
Step away from daily life and immerse yourself in an uplifting environment — connect with like-minded seekers and return renewed
Spiritual counselling
Heart-to-heart guidance
Private, confidential sessions to help you find clarity, strength, and inspired solutions.
Kriya Yoga
Paramhansa Yogananda taught Kriya Yoga as part of a complete spiritual path. At Ananda, we teach Kriya just as he taught it, offering initiation after you've established a consistent daily practice.
Meditation is the best way to speed up the process of spiritual evolution, regardless of the stage a person has reached on the long staircase to enlightenment
— Paramhansa Yogananda
Featured Events
Upcoming events
12 Aug 2026
Meditation group class and book study
Hamilton (In person) & Online
19 Aug 2026
Meditation group class and book study
Hamilton (In person) & Online
26 Aug 2026
Meditation group class and book study
Hamilton (In person) & Online
