Featured Event
Power of Breath Through Raja Yoga
Saturday August 23, 11am
What Is Life? Breath? Energy? We often say we feel “more alive” when we’re energized—but what does that really mean? In yogic philosophy, breath is more than a biological function. It’s the expression of prana—life force, vitality, and consciousness itself.
In this experiential class, you will be guided through breathwork and gentle yoga postures.
Featured Event
Tuning in to Your Soul Nature: A Men’s Retreat
September 19-September 21
The essence of the spiritual path is learning to listen and tune into guidance from our higher Self in whatever life brings us. In this 3 day immersion, we will be sharing with each other how we are tuning in and how we can increase that inner attunement.
Early Bird Pricing through August 24.
Awaken Your True Potential
Through Yoga, Meditation, and Community
Learn effective tools to improve your life and expand your consciousness.
Discover the essence of Hatha Yoga, aligning body, mind and spirit.
Learn meditation and experience the joy of inner communion.
Explore the path of Kriya Yoga, the art and science of soul awakening.
Join us for programs, mini-retreats, and other gatherings at a lovely, park-like property.
Ananda Washington has two pilgrimages planned; one to India in fall 2025, and another to Italy in fall 2026.
Featured Classes and Events
What is Kriya Yoga?
Kriya Yoga is an ancient meditation technique of energy and breath control (Pranayama). According to Paramhansa Yogananda, the author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi, Kriya Yoga is the most effective technique available to mankind to reach the goal of Yoga: union with God. More than just a technique, Kriya Yoga includes the practices and attitudes that inform the rest of our life.
Women’s Retreat: Awaken to Your Inner Nature
Come home to yourself in the healing embrace of nature. This rejuvenating women’s retreat is a sanctuary of peace, silence, and reconnection. Nestled in the serene natural beauty of Heart Song, you’ll be guided to explore the sacred relationship between the five elements of nature — Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether — and the energy centers (chakras) within you.
Art and Science of Raja Yoga
Supercharge your spiritual life with our most popular course in yoga and meditation. Discover the authentic roots of yoga in this transformative 11-week journey that seamlessly integrates meditation, physical practice, and timeless wisdom.
Meditation Teacher Training
Whether you train to teach meditation, or simply to deepen your understanding and experience of meditation, this power-packed course is for you! This in-depth study of the stages of meditation, the techniques and attitudes for focusing the mind, relaxing the body and calming the emotions, will give you valuable tools to assist others with their meditation.Presented by Nayaswami Hriman and ... Read More
The Art & Science of Nada Yoga
Yoga, Sound & Sacred Stillness with Amanda Lamprecht.
🌟 Are you ready to explore the healing power of sound and vibration?
Join us for an in-person Nada Yoga & Sound Bowl Workshop—a journey into the mystical, meditative, and transformative world of outer sound that guides you toward inner listening, stillness, and presence.
Tuning in to Your Soul Nature: A Men’s Retreat
The essence of the spiritual path is learning to listen and tune into guidance from our higher Self in whatever life brings us. Whether we’re on the yogic path or not, the awareness of inner focus and integrity (represented by the danda, or staff) is key to successfully meeting life’s challenges, of which we all have plenty. In this 3 day immersion of sharing with each other how we are doing this now and how we would like to do it more, we’ll work with our own inspirations and questions, as well as with Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda’s teachings, guidance, and support.
Latest Blogs and Articles
Should I Fight to Stay Alive?
I received a letter from a person in their Seventies asking whether they should fight the medical system to obtain proper treatment or resign themselves (being in a rural area) to the medical care available to them! Energy is the solution to all our challenges. Even acceptance can involve an affirmation of energy, goodwill, and positive attitudes. Generally, however, the … Read More
A Place Where You Can Find Peace, Meaning, and Spiritual Growth
Ananda is a global movement based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic, Autobiography of a Yogi. It was founded in 1968 in northern California by Swami Kriyananda, one of Yogananda’s direct disciples.
Yogananda’s teachings embrace the truths that underlie all great religions. People from all faiths and backgrounds are welcomed at Ananda.
Join us for Sunday Service or another class or event at the Blue Lotus Temple in Bothell, a place of peace open to all. Visitors come to the temple seeking inner guidance in prayer or meditation, or a respite from the demands of a busy world, or simply a quiet place to “be.”
At our residential community in Lynnwood, residents live together in a lifestyle of meditation, service, simple living and high ideals. Ananda is known throughout the world for its network of independent, intentional communities which are among the most successful in the world today.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone to pursue the search for God.
Spiritual Directors Nayaswami Hriman and Nayaswami Padma
Happening This Week
Week of Events
In Person Sunday Morning Meditation & Purification Ceremony
In Person Sunday Morning Meditation & Purification Ceremony
Sundays begin at 9:15 am with a in-person only silent group meditation and purification ceremony, followed by Sunday Service at 10 am (in-person and online).
Sunday Service at Ananda
Sunday Service at Ananda
ABOUT SUNDAY SERVICES AT ANANDA Sunday Services can also be viewed online starting at 10am! Sundays at Ananda Meditation Temple are the highlight of the week and are an excellent occasion for your first visit. Sunday Service is drawn from the ancient meditation tradition of the East and the mystical traditions of Christ, with scriptural readings from both the Bible ... Read More
Circle of Joy Sunday School
Circle of Joy Sunday School
In person every Sunday during Service, for children ages 4-10. FreeIt is our intention and our joy to support parents and their children in participating in Sunday Service.Who may participate: Children 4-10When: Every Sunday at Ananda Blue Lotus TempleChildren will stay with parents upstairs until after the first chant, then they go downstairs with teachers to the large classroom. Parents ... Read More
Meditation Teacher Training Free Open House
Meditation Teacher Training Free Open House
Join us for this information session to learn about the Meditation Teacher Training (MTT) beginning on Saturday, September 6th. You will have a chance to meet the instructors and ask questions about the training. Come in person or join online.Dates for MTT: 8 Saturdays from Sept 6 to Nov 22, 2025 at 10:30 am to 5:30 pm Pacific Time. Click ... Read More
Monday Yoga with Lynne
Monday Yoga with Lynne
E-RYT 500, YACEP, Co-Director of Ananda Yoga Teacher Training. Lynne's energetic, enthusiastic and caring approach helps beginning and experienced yoga students find their own personal expressions of joy, harmony and balance in body, mind and spirit. She has taught Ananda Yoga for more than 10 years, is co-director of the Ananda Yoga Teacher Training program, and is a certified Ananda ... Read More
Monday Evening Yoga with Jenny
Monday Evening Yoga with Jenny
Over a decade ago, yoga served as a catalyst of profound healing in my life- physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It is with this gratitude and devotion that I am delighted to support others in discovering the multitude of benefits that Ananda Yoga offers! The unique approach of consciously lifting one's energy through movement, attunement, pranayama, affirmation, and spinal/energy awareness allows ... Read More
Group Meditation
Group Meditation
Bring peace and joy into your day with meditation! Both new and experienced meditators benefit from group meditations, which greatly amplify the power of each meditator’s efforts.This half hour meditation starts with a chant and a prayer reading leading to a silent meditation.No need to register – just come and meditate!
Tuesday Yoga with Nancy
Tuesday Yoga with Nancy
Nancy E-RYT 200 | YACEPJoin Nancy in person or online. Nancy discovered hatha yoga through pre-natal yoga classes when pregnant with her first child. Later, after experiencing the joy and benefits of Ananda Yoga, she went on to complete her teacher training through the Ananda Institute of Living Yoga. She is inspired to help others use the practice of asana ... Read More
Wednesday Yoga with Michelle
Wednesday Yoga with Michelle
Michelle E-RYT200 | C-IAYT | YACEPJoin Michelle in person or online. Michelle is a yoga therapist (C-IAYT) and appreciates the many opportunities she has to share the benefits of yoga with students at Ananda.Ananda Yoga includes:* Asanas (classic yoga postures)* Pranayama (traditional raja yoga breathing and energy-control techniques)* Effective meditation & centering techniques, including affirmationsIf you are new to Ananda ... Read More
Group Meditation
Group Meditation
Bring peace and joy into your day with meditation! Both new and experienced meditators benefit from group meditations, which greatly amplify the power of each meditator’s efforts.This half hour meditation starts with a chant and a prayer reading leading to a silent meditation.No need to register – just come and meditate!
Wednesday Evening Yoga with Friends | All Levels Yoga
Wednesday Evening Yoga with Friends | All Levels Yoga
Ananda Yoga is a heart-centered approach to Hatha Yoga that emphasizes inner awareness, energy upliftment, and calmness of mind. Join a team of Ananda Yoga Teachers friends who teach collaboratively in this weekly drop in class. Bonded by the joy of attending Yoga Teacher Training together this team of talented teachers looks forward to offering you the experience the true nature ... Read More
Group Meditation
Group Meditation
Bring peace and joy into your day with meditation! Both new and experienced meditators benefit from group meditations, which greatly amplify the power of each meditator’s efforts.This half hour meditation starts with a chant and a prayer reading leading to a silent meditation.No need to register – just come and meditate!
Ananda Yoga for Strength, Relaxation, and Daily Radiance
Ananda Yoga for Strength, Relaxation, and Daily Radiance
Vahini Sleighter E-RYT 500, YACEPExperience the ultimate fusion of relaxation, strength-building, radiant well-being, and natural fulfilling meditation. Each session is meticulously crafted to guide you towards a state of profound tranquility while simultaneously nurturing your physical and mental resilience. Through gentle yet invigorating postures, breathwork, and meditation techniques, discover the harmonious balance between body, mind, and spirit. Join me as ... Read More
Group Meditation
Group Meditation
Bring peace and joy into your day with meditation! Both new and experienced meditators benefit from group meditations, which greatly amplify the power of each meditator’s efforts.This half hour meditation starts with a chant and a prayer reading leading to a silent meditation.No need to register – just come and meditate!
Movement as Meditation Yoga with Kevin
Movement as Meditation Yoga with Kevin
Kevin Hart E-RYT-200There are many ways to practice yoga postures. Focusing our energy inward and upward during and after a yoga pose is a kind of moving meditation that opens up many hidden potentials and realizations about ourselves.With keen attention on alignment we practice standing firmly on our own two feet, deeply engaging the core. This rooting allows us a ... Read More
Saturday Morning Meditation at Ananda Community
Saturday Morning Meditation at Ananda Community
Saturday morning meditations at Ananda Community, LynnwoodSaturday morning meditations are being extended from the first Saturday of each month to four Saturdays each month: 7 to 9 a.m. in Hansa Temple. Meditations will include some special features as per the leader(s) which might include chanting at the chakras, readings, chanting, and, of course, meditation!There will be exceptions, for example, the ... Read More
Happy for No Reason Yoga with Vahini
Happy for No Reason Yoga with Vahini
Vahini Sleighter E-RYT 500 |YACEPExperience the ultimate fusion of relaxation, strength-building, radiant well-being, and natural fulfilling meditation. Each session is meticulously crafted to guide you towards a state of profound tranquility while simultaneously nurturing your physical and mental resilience. Through gentle yet invigorating postures, breathwork, and meditation techniques, discover the harmonious balance between body, mind, and spirit. Join me as ... Read More
Introduction to Meditation Workshop
Introduction to Meditation Workshop
Meditation is the art of stillness, tranquility, and clear perception. It helps us to find joy and peace even in the midst of life's challenges.Come to this workshop to get the tools you will need to create a consistent meditation practice. Learn how to..-Relax the body to prepare for meditation-Sit for meditation so the body feels comfortable -Calm the mind and get ... Read More
Power of Breath Through Raja Yoga
Power of Breath Through Raja Yoga
What Is Life? Breath? Energy? We often say we feel “more alive” when we’re energized—but what does that really mean? In yogic philosophy, breath is more than a biological function. It’s the expression of prana—life force, vitality, and consciousness itself.In this experiential class, you will be guided through breathwork and gentle yoga postures, giving you the chance to experience how:What ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with Spirit lies its greatest joy.Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi"
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