Spiritual Yoga and Meditation Retreats in Italy

 

Situated in the splendid Umbrian hills close to Assisi, the city of Saint Francis, the Ananda Centre offers a wide range of seminars, residential retreats and online courses based on the principles of the ancient science of Kriya Yoga and Self-realisation, brought to the attention of the western world by Paramhansa Yogananda, author of ​Autobiography of a Yogi.

 

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Yoga
A new course with Jayadev and Shantidev!

On this weekend following the night of Shivaratri, we open ourselves to welcome Shiva's purifying power into our every cell, every thought and every action.

OM namah Shivaya!
3 DAYS
From 27/02/2025 To 02/03/2025
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Meditation
This course is offered in Italian only. For information, see our Italian site.
WEEKEND
From 28/02/2025 To 02/03/2025
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Personal Growth, Self-healing and wellbeing
This course is offered only in Italian. For information see our Italian website.
WEEKEND
From 28/02/2025 To 02/03/2025
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Meditation

This course is offered only in Italian. For information, see our Italian site.

5 DAYS
From 02/03/2025 To 07/03/2025
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Join us on this sacred night, where we will be fully present with all our love, dedication, and devotion, centred entirely on Him. Through the magnetism generated both individually and as a group, we will immerse ourselves deeply, bringing the Light of Shiva, the great Purifier, into the darkest corners of our being—freeing ourselves from all that prevents us from living as our highest Self in every moment of life. Go beyond!

From 26/02/2025 To 27/02/2025
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Paramhansa Yogananda’s Mahasamadhi, or conscious exit from the body, was on 7 March, 1952. This anniversary is an important moment for all of his devotees; together, we will celebrate the life and the mission of the Master and ask him to guide us ever more surely toward the inner light, as he himself merged consciously with the Divine Light on the occasion of his Mahasamadhi.
From 07/03/2025 To 07/03/2025
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Join us for a special celebration of the Mahasamadhi of Swami Sri Yukteswar, Paramhansa Yogananda's Guru, with a devotional ceremony in the Temple of Light.
From 09/03/2025 To 09/03/2025
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Since his passing on 21 April 2013, Swami Kriyananda continues to touch and inspire people around the world. We gather to keep his legacy alive in us and through us and celebrate his life with an evening of chanting and inspiration.
From 20/04/2025 To 21/04/2025
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Our courses

'The secret of meditation is relinquishing outward attachments and affirming divine freedom within.' 
- Swami Kriyananda

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Themes

Discover all of the courses we are offering in the months of July and August 2020. This year the sum...
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Experience an Ananda course online! In this section you will find a comprehensive list of the online...
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Have you ever dreamed of realising a better world for us all to live in? Take a look at our library ...
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Welcome to Ananda! Ideal for a first-time visit or for gaining an awareness of a new theme, our Intr...
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Throughout the year we observe a number of different holidays and celebrations, both from Eastern an...
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SUMMER AT ANANDA WITH YOUR FAMILY! International Family Week has been one of Ananda's most popu...
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A point of reference for spiritual seekers around the world, Paramhansa Yogananda is a modern saint ...
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The environment is simple, welcoming and inspiring. Our hope is that you feel at home, and that your stay is comfortable and relaxing.
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Your experience at Ananda will include lessons and practices based on the teachings of Self-realisation, and many joyful and inspiring moments.
You may make your reservation directly on this website or by phone or email.
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Contact us to know more about our courses and accommodation. We are happy to help you find your fit!
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