There are 2 sessions of Kriya Prep each year. In 2025, the first group started in January and will take initiation in July. The second group starts in May and will take initiation in November. Some of the following classes have two dates listed to reflect the two different groups of students. Students should expect to meet almost every Thursday from 7-9pm until initiation.
Prerequisite:
The Art and Science of Raja Yoga (3-month course) — All Kriya Preparation students must have completed this course first. It is offered twice a year, starting in September and January. Learn the Hong-Sau meditation technique, yogic lifestyle and core philosophy. Offered at the Blue Lotus Temple in Bothell and online.
Interested in Kriya Preparation?
Join us for our free class, “Introduction to Kriya Prep” on May 1st, in person at the Ananda Blue Lotus Temple or via Zoom.
This class will offer an overview of Kriya Yoga and how it relates to Raja Yoga. Intended for students who have already completed The Art and Science of Raja Yoga.
Kriya Preparation Schedule
1. Raja Yoga as a Spiritual Path: (May 8-29) Students will get an overview of Ananda, its history, and its lineage. We will review some techniques learned in The Art and Science of Raja Yoga, and learn some additional techniques, including the Energization Exercises.
2. Exploring Discipleship: (June 5-26) Explore what it means to be a disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda and take discipleship vows before proceeding to the next steps.
3. Kriya Yoga Preparation #1: (July 5 (Saturday Retreat), July 10-31) Integrating Raja Yoga into daily life, students will learn additional preparatory techniques.
4. Kriya Yoga Preparation #2: (April 17 – July 24 OR August 7 – October 30) Students will deepen their practice of the techniques they’ve been taught while studying the lives of Yogananda’s disciples.
5. Kriya Initiation.