Learn to Meditate
Meditation Classes, Kriya Yoga, Spiritual Retreats & a Supportive Community
Learn to meditate with Ananda Sangha of New Zealand, a meditation centre in Hamilton dedicated to sharing the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. Discover the peace and joy of meditation, and deepen your spiritual practice through the path of Kriya Yoga. We offer classes, retreats, and a welcoming community for all seekers.
Explore our offerings below. Attend in person at our Hamilton centre or join our online meditation and Kriya Yoga classes from anywhere in New Zealand.
We also offer “Experience NZ” tours for our friends overseas—combining guided tours with connections to our local Ananda community.
We’re giving this website a little makeover but you can still get in touch with us through our Contact Us page.

Get started with this Meditation Course
Build a strong foundation for life long inner peace and joy. Suitable for beginners as well as those looking to strengthen or reinspire their meditation practice.
explore the vast depths of your inner universe

Learn Kriya Yoga
Kriya Yoga is a spiritual path and a powerful meditation technique for cultivating boundless peace, love and joy

Spiritual Retreats
Each retreat is thoughtfully themed to give you an experience of the multi-faceted path of Kriya Yoga

Community Gatherings
Join our community gatherings for group meditation, inspiration and spiritual friendship. Everyone is welcome
Still your mind, renew your spirit

Experience New Zealand with Ananda Friends
Have you always wanted to visit New Zealand? Now you can enjoy a guided tour of central New Zealand with your Ananda friends. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of forest walks, serene beaches, and iconic attractions, including Hobbiton in Matamata and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland in Rotorua. Everything is thoughtfully planned so you can relax, enjoy the beauty, the friendships, and the adventure.

Our Inspiration
We draw inspiration from the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, whose transformative work Autobiography of a Yogi has touched millions worldwide. Following in the footsteps of his disciple, Swami Kriyananda, we share practical tools for self-realisation, meditation, and a life of inner joy. Through our offerings, we aim to bring Yogananda’s vision of spiritual awakening to all who seek Self-realisation
what is Ananda?
Ananda is a global spiritual movement, based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, dedicated to help individuals live in joy and achieve self-realisation through the ancient teachings of Kriya Yoga, meditation and right living.
Join us in one of our centres in New Zealand or Online and become a part of this ever-growing spiritual family!