Ananda Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village

Ananda Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village A Community for Self-Realization

This past weekend was bathed in joy and divine friendship, as several of us from Ananda Thousand Oaks traveled to Ananda...
11/25/2025

This past weekend was bathed in joy and divine friendship, as several of us from Ananda Thousand Oaks traveled to Ananda Palo Alto for a beautiful, sacred Kriya weekend.

TONIGHT! Join us tonight for a casual discussion about the soul's long journey.We’ll explore how the universal laws of k...
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.

Ananda is a worldwide, nondenominational, nonprofit center for meditation, spiritual growth, Kriya Yoga, and community, ...
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.

Join us for an inspiring evening led by special guests Nayaswami Parvati and Nayaswami Pranaba, two of Ananda Worldwide'...
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.

Ananda is a nondenominational, nonprofit center for meditation, community, spiritual growth, and the transformative path...
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.

"...whenever that devotee has been used or abused by others, and yet he feels within a stirring of the holy spirit of fo...
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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May Thy gentle whisper in our hearts guide us homeward to Thee.
04/28/2025

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

Under the open sky, with hearts turned inward, a simple lunch becomes a feast of devotion and friendship. Nayaswami Shan...
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.

Last night, the Ananda Thousand Oaks community shared a radiant evening of joy, devotion, and soul connection with our g...
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.

Weekly Wednesday Evening Meditations. Everyone welcomed - no experience necessary. Ananda is a global, nonprofit, nonden...
03/06/2025

Weekly Wednesday Evening Meditations. Everyone welcomed - no experience necessary. Ananda is a global, nonprofit, nondenominational center for meditation, spiritual growth, Kriya yoga, and community. (805) 885-8444. Please leave a message - we will reply promptly. (Please check our calendar for potential holidays or closings) https://www.anandathousandoaks.org/

At Ananda, spiritual friendship is at the heart of everything. The community offers a supportive environment where like-...
01/04/2025

At Ananda, spiritual friendship is at the heart of everything. The community offers a supportive environment where like-minded souls come together to uplift one another through meditation, service, and shared spiritual practices. We encourage each other to live from the heart, finding fulfillment in the journey toward self-realization. It is a sanctuary for those seeking a deeper connection with the Divine and a way to live with greater joy, love, and purpose.

Yogananda emphasized the importance of friendship not for idle talk and useless pastimes, but to develop the ultimate friendship with God. It is on that plane of sincere friendship that we will find lasting happiness with other souls.

In the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, love is not merely an emotion but the unifying power of God’s presence in all ...
12/09/2024

In the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, love is not merely an emotion but the unifying power of God’s presence in all creation. When we live with divine love in our hearts, we harmonize with the greater truth of oneness, dissolving the illusion of separation.

Let love guide your thoughts, words, and actions today. In doing so, you reflect the infinite love of the Divine flowing through you.

For support in the path of Self-realization, contact Ananda Thousand Oaks, (805)885-8444.

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1321 Thousand Oaks Boulevard , #124
Thousand Oaks, CA
91362

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+18053721691

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Ananda is a global movement based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda who showed how everyone can realize God in their daily lives as a tangible, loving reality.

You can expand your sense of harmony and gain an increased sense of God’s active presence in your life through ancient and effective techniques including meditation, Kriya Yoga, spiritually oriented Hatha Yoga, community, and divine friendship.

Ananda was founded in 1969 by Yogananda’s direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda, who passed away in 2013. Swami Kriyananda’s spiritual successor is Nayaswami Jyotish who along with his wife, Nayaswami Devi, serves as Ananda’s spiritual director.

All Are Welcome – Ananda’s primary goal is to help people achieve Self-realization, a state of consciousness that comes through shedding all outward self-definitions. Ananda has, therefore, created communities and centers that welcome all sincere seekers regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone to pursue the search for God.