• Art and Science of Raja Yoga

    Discover the authentic roots of yoga in this transformative 13-week journey that seamlessly integrates meditation, physical practice, and timeless wisdom.

  • Satsang with Murali: Who is Shiva? The inner meaning of Shivaratri

    Join us for a Satsang where we will meditate on the transcendent form of Shiva, the Lord of Renunciants; explore the inner significance of Shiva and Shivaratri; and see how we can build a practice of inner renunciation within our own lives.

  • Maha Shivaratri Kirtan & Celebration

    Maha Shivaratri is not just a celebration — it is said to be a cosmic gateway that opens once a year. On this sacred night, according to yogic science and Vedic astrology, the moon — symbol of the mind — reaches its point of weakest influence. This creates a natural state of inner stillness, where the flow of thoughts quiets and access to deep meditative states becomes spontaneous.

  • Inner Renewal Retreat 2026

    Join us for Inner Renewal Retreat 2026,a week-long experience filled with inspiration, practical tools, and spiritual friendship guided by Ananda Worldwide’s Spiritual Directors, Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi.

    This Year’s Theme: Finding Calmness and Joy in Turbulent Times

  • Ananda Ceremonies

    Ananda Ceremonies
    Blue Lotus Temple 23305 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell, WA, United States

    Part 1 - Ananda Ceremonies: history & meaning - Sunday, February 15, 12 noon - 1 p.m. (free) All are welcome to learn about the history and meaning of the Ananda Festival of Light and Purification ceremonies. We do these weekly ceremonies with little to no explanation.  Your appreciation of these sacred services can be greatly enhanced by a deeper ... Read More

    Free
  • Course in Meditation

    Blue Lotus Temple 23305 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell, WA, United States

    An Eight Week Meditation Course offered In-person and Online Bring more peace, deeper relaxation, and focused concentration into every area of your life. Whether a beginning or experienced  meditator, take this in-depth Meditation class to develop and deepen your daily meditation practice and connect with your higher Self. February 21 - April 11, 2026 on Saturdays from 10a - 11:30am ... Read More

    $99
  • Postponed Deepen Your Meditation

    This event will be rescheduled to a later date. We will update the website when that information becomes available. This class has two parts. A yoga class at 9am, and a meditation portion at 10:30. Join in-person or online via Zoom. Prerequisite: any Ananda meditation class (including Raja, Course in Meditation, Learn to Meditate and Meditation for Starters). We invite ... Read More

  • Swami’s Centennial Event Celebration

    Let's Celebrate and Learn about Swami's Centennial Event! Sunday, March 1st, after Service, you're invited to join us to learn more about this Once in a Lifetime event honoring the 100th birthday of Swami Kriyananda.  You will hear from others who are attending the event.  There will be music, birthday cake, and important information about how to be a part ... Read More

  • Yoga Sutras for Life and Living

    Nayaswami Hriman, co-director of Ananda Washington will share insights for life from the great scripture of yoga, Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. Including excerpts from the upcoming book, "Farther Away than the Stars"(Meditations from the Yoga Sutras), In these four classes we will explore each of the "books" or "padas" of the sutras, distilling practical counsel for the yogi lifestyle. Each class ... Read More

    $50
  • Open House: Ananda Yoga Teacher Training

    Come learn more about an Authentic Yoga Tradition.  Join Murali Venkatrao PhD E-RYT 500 | YACEP for a 30 minute Ananda Yoga practice followed by Q&A about the upcoming 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training program that begins on April 11, 2026. Discover the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda, founder of Ananda Yoga based on the ... Read More