Ananda Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village

02/22/2026

Last night was just… beautiful.

We gathered for dinner at Ananda Thousand Oaks, but it felt like so much more than a meal.

The evening was filled with uplifting music, great food, spiritual friendship, Divine magnetism, devotion to God, and such simple, sincere joy - as each soul shared something from their heart. Nothing forced or performed, just hearts coming together.

At one point I looked around the room and felt overwhelmed with gratitude, seeing the sincerity in everyone's eyes. Master says that when we come together in divine friendship, something accelerates in us — our journey toward God is uplifted and quickened as we serve and support one another. We could feel that sacred momentum.

We are being given so much and our hearts are deeply grateful.

12/13/2025

A beautiful evening of spiritual community and joy: a shared potluck, heartfelt Christmas caroling, and the blessing of divine friendship.

12/07/2025

Based on “The Art and Science of Raja Yoga” by Swami Kriyananda, as taught by Paramhansa Yogananda, this is the most comprehensive course for realizing our spiritual destiny offered today.

This 12-week series is open to anyone interested in deepening their spiritual journey whether new to spirituality or an experienced yogi.

Beginning again January 10th, 2026. Offered only twice/year in Thousand Oaks.

For complete details or to register visit here: https://www.anandathousandoaks.org/event/the-art-science-of-raja-yoga-9/

A Community for Self-Realization

11/25/2025

A beautiful weekend of joy and divine friendship as a small group from Ananda Thousand Oaks traveled to Ananda Palo Alto for a sacred Kriya weekend.

09/01/2025

TONIGHT! Join us tonight for a casual discussion about the soul's long journey.

We’ll explore how the universal laws of karma and reincarnation shape both our inner and outer experiences. Together, we’ll reflect on how these timeless truths can help us make sense of life’s challenges and blessings, and guide us toward greater clarity and freedom on our spiritual path.

08/11/2025

Ananda is a worldwide, nondenominational, nonprofit center for meditation, spiritual growth, Kriya Yoga, and community, based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. All are warmly welcomed. (805) 885-8444.

07/30/2025

Join us for an inspiring evening led by special guests Nayaswami Parvati and Nayaswami Pranaba, two of Ananda Worldwide's most skilled teachers, as well as lifelong disciples of Paramhansa Yogananda, as they share insights into the power and importance of spiritual community.

Through personal stories, wisdom from the Masters, decades of leadership within Ananda–and drawing from Nayaswami Parvati’s newly published book, “Say Yes to Life! Spiritual Adventure and Discipleship in the Building of Ananda,” they will illuminate how spiritual community deepens our attunement, accelerates our spiritual growth, and expands our joy.
Visit here for complete details: https://www.anandathousandoaks.org/event/the-power-importance-of-spiritual-community/

Ananda is a global, nonprofit, nondenominational center for spiritual growth, meditation Kriya Yoga, and community, based in the teachings of the great self-realized master, Paramhansa Yogananda. All are warmly welcomed. (805) 885-8444.

05/12/2025

Ananda is a nondenominational, nonprofit center for meditation, community, spiritual growth, and the transformative path of Kriya Yoga, based in the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. All are warmly welcomed. (805) 885-8444.

04/28/2025

"...whenever that devotee has been used or abused by others, and yet he feels within a stirring of the holy spirit of forgiveness and love, he can then affirm with conviction, “That is me! That is my real nature.” –From writings and talks of Yogananda

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04/28/2025

May Thy gentle whisper in our hearts guide us homeward to Thee.

04/08/2025

Under the open sky, with hearts turned inward, a simple lunch becomes a feast of devotion and friendship. Nayaswami Shankara and dear friends from the Ananda community offer their midday moments in song and gratitude—chanting to God with joy.

03/20/2025

Last night, the Ananda Thousand Oaks community shared a radiant evening of joy, devotion, and soul connection with our gurubais from New Zealand. When hearts are united in God and the Masters, distances fade, and what remains is the eternal bond of divine friendship.

From uplifting fellowship to a shared meal filled with love, every moment was a reminder that we are one family in spirit. Grateful for this sacred time together!

Ananda is a worldwide, nonprofit, nondenominational center for meditation, spiritual community, and Kriya Yoga, based in the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda All are warmly welcomed. (805) 885-8444.