Ananda Sangha Chennai

Kriyaban Class: The Essence of Self-Realisation
2022-10-08 | Ananda Sangha Chennai, No. 9, East Road, West CIT Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600035, India
(For those who have taken the Ananda Chennai Kriya Yoga Training Course and received Kriya Yoga initiation. Contact Us to inquire.)
2-Part Class
This course, designed specially for those who have taken kriya yoga initiation, will go in-depth into Swami Kriyanandaji’s book of Yoganandaji’s teachings, The Essence of Self-Realisation.
“In superconsciousness you will behold everything clearly at last as it truly is. The jivan mukta, through visions, may work out the karma of an entire lifetime in one meditation. If he reincarnates, he may even do so simultaneously in several bodies, in order the more quickly to work out his past karma.”
—Paramhansa Yogananda, The Essence of Self Realisation

Special Divine Mother Sunday Satsang with the Festival of Light
2022-10-16 10:00 - 11:30 (Asia/Kolkata)
Join us as we celebrate Divine Mother all month in honour of Vijaya Dashama & Deepavali. Come to our temple or visit www.facebook.com/AnandaSanghaChennai to watch. A wonderful way to spend time with like-minded people. Join us each Sunday with Nayaswamis Dharmarajan & Dharmini for a spiritual celebration every week. Satsang includes chanting, meditation, readings from the writings of Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda including the Bhagavad Gita, and an inspirational talk drawn from the teaching of Paramhansa Yogananda. Tea & snacks served after satsang!

Level 4 Prep
2022-10-16 12:00 - 14:00
This 2-week course includes a review of all the techniques as well as plenty of time for Q&A.
(This course is required for kriya initiation and is taken before Preparation for Kriya Initiation: Level 4)
Prerequisite: Level 3 Part 2

Happy Deepavali Kirtan & Meditation!
2022-10-23 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for an ONLINE ONLY Deepavali Celebration 12:00-1:00 pm 23rd October. We wish you and your family a very happy and blessed Deepavali!
Visit www.facebook.com/AnandaSanghaChennai to watch.

Paramhansa Yogananda & Divine Mother Class
2022-10-26 19:30 - 21:00
Wednesdays 26 Oct & 2 Nov 7:30 pm
Location: Ananda Chennai Temple OR Online
This class will be filled with Paramhansa Yoganandaji’s & Swami Kriyanandaji’s inspiration and devotion for Divine Mother. Join us!
The cost for this 2-part class is Rs.400. Contact us to register or inquire.
“When you give all personal emotions to Divine Mother and your love becomes unconditional, then Divine Mother will come to you; and if you once feel in your heart that Infinite love—which is the source of the love of the father and the mother, the love of the mother for the child, and the love of the lover for the beloved—then you will know that you are immersed in the love of God. When you want shelter, or forgiveness, think of God as the Divine Mother.”
—Paramhansa Yogananda

Level 1: Learn to Meditate & Energize
2022-11-12 14:00 - 18:00
A one-day class that will change your life! This course is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. Meditation 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. It also brings balance, rest, and a growing inner peace. Learn the Hong-Sau meditation technique as taught by Yoganandaji, and discover his Energization Exercises. (This course is required for Kriya initiation.)
Timing: 2:00-6:00 pm
Click Here to Register!

Level 1: Learn to Meditate & Energize
2022-12-03 14:00 - 18:00, 2022-12-15 14:00 - 18:00
A one-day class that will change your life! This course is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. Meditation 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. It also brings balance, rest, and a growing inner peace. Learn the Hong-Sau meditation technique as taught by Yoganandaji, and discover his Energization Exercises. (This course is required for Kriya initiation.)
Click Here to Register!

New Year's Eve Meditation & Celebration
2022-12-31 22:00 - 23:59
Join us for a spiritual New Year’s Eve! Ring in the New Year and set your intentions! We will meditate, have a fire ceremony, and arati & blessing.

Happy New Year!
2023-01-01 12:00 - 12:01
Wishing you & your loved ones a spiritually prosperous year to come! In Master’s & Swamiji’s love & joy, Nayaswamis Dharmarajan & Dharmini

Level 1: Learn to Meditate & Energize
2023-01-01 14:00 - 18:00, 2023-01-26 14:00 - 18:00
A one-day class that will change your life! This course is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. Meditation 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. It also brings balance, rest, and a growing inner peace. Learn the Hong-Sau meditation technique as taught by Yoganandaji, and discover his Energization Exercises. (This course is required for Kriya initiation.)
Click Here to Register! (this link will only work after the previous month’s Level 1 is completed)

Yoganandaji's Birthday Kirtan & Meditation
2023-01-05 19:30 - 21:00
Join us as we celebrate Yoganandaji’s Birthday with a kirtan and meditation on the day of his birthday, 5 January.

Yoganandaji's Birthday Retreat
2023-01-07 14:00 - 18:00
Retreat commemorating Paramhansa Yoganandaji’s Birthday!

Sunday Morning Meditation & Fire Ceremony
2023-01-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-01-21 09:00 - 10:00
We begin with a fire ceremony as we chant the Gayatri & Mahamritunjaya mantras. Then we enjoy a peaceful group meditation in the Ananda Chennai temple in preparation for an uplifting satsang that follows.

Sunday Satsang
2023-01-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-01-21 10:00 - 11:30
Come to our temple or visit www.facebook.com/AnandaSanghaChennai to watch. A wonderful way to spend time with like-minded people. Join us each Sunday with Nayaswamis Dharmarajan & Dharmini for a spiritual celebration every week. Satsang includes chanting, meditation, readings from the writings of Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda including the Bhagavad Gita, and an inspirational talk drawn from the teaching of Paramhansa Yogananda.

Level 2: Foundations of Kriya Yoga
2023-01-08 15:00 - 18:00
Gain a profound understanding of how to apply the original yoga teachings in all aspects of your life. Learn all 39 of Yogananda’s Energization exercises;Deepen your Hong-Sau meditation practice. Also learn Hatha Yoga and pranayamas. Learn deep yoga philosophies such as Patanjali’s Eightfold Path, Self-Healing, Chakras, Paths of Yoga, Energy and Magnetism, and more. (This course is required for kriya initiation.)
Prerequisite: Level 1

Morning Group Sadhana Online only
2023-01-09 07:30 - 21:00
Contact us if you would like to join us online.
Start your day with a supportive, centering, peaceful meditation.
We start with energization exercises beginning 15 minutes before meditation starts followed by a reading, a prayer and chant. We end with healing prayers and a reading from Swami Kriyanandaji’s book, Living Wisely, Living Well.

Morning Group Sadhana In-Person & Online
2023-01-11 07:30 - 21:30
Contact us if you would like to join us online.
Start your day in a supportive, centering, peaceful environment as you practice your meditation.
Feel uplifted meditating with fellow devotees.
You can enter and exit anytime you like!
We start with energization exercises beginning 15 minutes before meditation starts followed by a reading, a prayer and chant. We end with healing prayers and a reading from Swami Kriyanandaji’s book, Living Wisely, Living Well.

Morning Group Sadhana for Kriyabans only
2023-01-21 07:30 - 21:15
Start your day in a supportive, centering, peaceful environment as you practice your meditation.
Feel uplifted meditating with fellow kriyabans.
You can enter and exit anytime you like!
We start with energization exercises beginning 15 minutes before meditation starts followed by a reading, a prayer and chant. We end with healing prayers and a reading from Swami Kriyanandaji’s book, Living Wisely, Living Well.

Level 4: Preparation for Kriya Initiation
2023-01-21 15:00 - 17:30
Prepare yourself for Initiation into Kriya Yoga Meditation as taught by Paramhansa Yoganandaji. We will enjoy group sadhanas and learn new techniques to take us deeper into our meditations.
(This course is required for kriya initiation)
Prerequisite: Level 3 Part 2 & Level 4 Prep

Introduction to Kriya Yoga: Level 1 Learn to Meditate
2024-01-11 14:00 - 18:00
Introduction to Kriya Yoga: A one-day class that will change your life! This course is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. Meditation 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. It also brings balance, rest, and a growing inner peace. Learn the hong-sau meditation technique as taught by Yoganandaji, and discover his Energization Exercises. (This course is required for Kriya initiation.)
Click here to register!

Level 4: Preparation for Kriya Initiation
2024-01-13 15:00 - 17:30
Prepare yourself for Initiation into Kriya Yoga Meditation as taught by Paramhansa Yoganandaji. We will enjoy group sadhanas and learn new techniques to take us deeper into our meditations.
(This course is required for kriya initiation)
Prerequisite: Level 4 Prep
Note: Start dates for this class varies. Please contact us for the next class starting date if you qualify.

Ananda Chennai Centre is closed for Pongal
2024-01-14 12:00 - 12:01

Happy Pongal!
2024-01-15 12:00 - 12:01
Happy Pongal Dear Friends! We pray that your life is filled with love, happiness, prosperity, health and God consciousness. Wishing you a wonderful Pongal Celebration. God bless you! In Master’s and Swamiji’s Love, Nayaswamis Dharmarajan & Dharmini

Level 3 Part 2: Deepening your Discipleship & AUM
2024-01-21 15:00 - 17:30
In this 4-week course we will go deeper into the AUM Technique and how to practice it as well as focus on strengthening our discipleship, with topics including devotion to God, attunement with the guru, and how to go deeper in your meditations.
(This course is required for kriya initiation and is open to students who have completed Level 3 Part 1:Discipleship & AUM.)
Prerequisite: Level 3, Part 1
Note: Start dates for this class varies. Please contact us for the next class starting date if you qualify.

Level 2: Foundations of Kriya Yoga
2024-01-21 15:00 - 18:00
Gain a profound understanding of how to apply the original yoga teachings in all aspects of your life. Learn all 39 of Yogananda’s Energization exercises;Deepen your Hong-Sau meditation practice. Also learn Hatha Yoga and pranayamas. Learn deep yoga philosophies such as Patanjali’s Eightfold Path, Self-Healing, Chakras, Paths of Yoga, Energy and Magnetism, and more. (This course is required for kriya initiation.)
Prerequisite: Level 1
Note: Start dates for this class varies. Please contact us for the next class starting date if you qualify.

Level 3 Part 1: Discipleship & Aum
2024-01-21 18:30 - 20:30
This 4-Week course goes deeper into the guru-discipleship relationship and what it means on any path. You will also learn about the Ananda line of gurus and the path of Kriya Yoga Meditation. (This course is required for kriya initiation.)
(Prerequisite is Level 2 Part 1 & 2)
Note: Start dates for this class varies. Please contact us for the next class starting date if you qualify.
