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Learn to Meditate: Intro to the Path of Kriya Yoga

This class will take place over zoom. Access link will be provided with registration.

Tuesdays, April 6-27
7-8:30pm • Cost: $45

Meditation gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities. It is the central pillar in the teachings of yoga as taught by Paramhansa Yogananda.

This four-part class will introduce the beginning meditation technique taught by Yogananda on the path to Kriya Yoga. The last class will be an experiential that will be include a whole hour gentle stretches, yoga and breathing exercises to prepare the body and breath for a deep meditation exercises, followed by guided practice.

You will learn to relax your body, quiet your mind, awaken intuition and experience greater joy and creativity in daily life. This course includes in-class practice, tips on establishing your practice at home, online guided meditations, written instructions, unlimited (no-charge) re-take policy, and ongoing support in-person or online. Learn how to:

  • Reduce tension and stress at will

  • Feel happier, more relaxed, and at peace within

  • Improve health, mental clarity, and vitality

  • Develop a more intuitive, heart-centered way of life

  • Discover and explore your inner spiritual nature

Led by Saiganesh, Lakshmi & Keshava

Cost: $45

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Saiganesh Sairaman

Saiganesh is an Ananda minister and one of the co-managers of Ananda Palo Alto. He is a deeply thoughtful, clear speaker, and connects easily with people. He has a passion for sharing the teachings of Kriya yoga and meditation. A world citizen, he grew up in a traditional Hindu family in India and was trained as an Indian Classical musician. He is a former tech manager in the silicon valley, and applies his tech acumen to many Ananda projects.

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Keshava Betts

Keshava is a teacher at the Living wisdom high school in Palo Alto. He is a lifelong performing artist—cellist, vocal soloist and actor. Unusually, he is also a lifelong student of Yogananda’s teachings, immersed since birth at Ananda Village. Keshava also has a deep love of astrology and has studied with Vedic astrologer, Drupada MacDonald. As a teacher, astrologer, and musician, Keshava aims to share the transformative vibration of wisdom and joy in everything he does.

What you’ll learn in an Ananda meditation class

Whether you are interested in managing stress or in exploring the spiritual side of meditation, you will feel welcome. Small classes and experienced instructors provide a quality learning environment, with time for individual questions and in-depth exploration. Each class includes guided and silent practice time. Our instructors are dedicated, longtime meditators.

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