Week of Events
Overnight Meteor Gazing Retreat at the Forest Hermitage
Join us on Saturday, August 10th for a night at The Ananda Forest Hermitage to observe the Perseid Meteor Shower. The Perseid meteor shower is perhaps the most popular meteor shower of the year, peaking between Aug. 10-11 this year.
This overnight retreat also includes two vegetarian meals (Sat dinner and Sunday brunch), morning sadhana, taking a walk on the property, and time to visit with each other.
Please plan on arriving on Saturday by 3 pm. The retreat event is scheduled to conclude around noon on Sunday. The event is hosted by Jing and Stefan, Lisa, and Carlos.
Monday Ananda Yoga with Devaki
Monday Ananda Yoga with Devaki
All levels welcome Join Devaki and others for this ongoing weekly yoga class. Devaki’s expertise comes from many years of practice and attunement to Ananda Yoga. Through this yogic practice you will learn to strengthen the body, calm your emotions, and deepen your inner attunement with spirit and your inner Self. All levels and ages are welcome. "We have had ... Read More
Yoga for Bone Strength – an “Ananda Yoga with Alan” Series
Yoga for Bone Strength – an “Ananda Yoga with Alan” Series
Class dates are on Wednesdays at 4 pm: August 7, 14, 21, and 28. In this special four-week class series, you will learn yoga techniques that are scientifically proven to increase bone density -- even if you have osteopenia or osteoporosis. Whether you are physically active or have never done yoga before, if you want to improve your bone health, ... Read More
Meditation 2 Class
Meditation 2 Class
In this class, which is designed for those who have completed the Learn to Meditate class, we will go beyond the basics and focus on tools that can help to deepen meditation practice by working with the subtle inner energies to develop calmness and clarity of mind, increase concentration, and overcome obstacles to meditation. This class series will take place ... Read More
Learn to Meditate – A Three Class Series with Suryadas and Chandi
Learn to Meditate – A Three Class Series with Suryadas and Chandi
Join us at our temple in Rancho Cordova for this in-person three-class series. This class will be offered on Wednesday evenings at 7 PM: August 7, 14 & 21. No experience is needed. Meditation has been practiced by men and women seeking inner peace and joy throughout the ages. Through meditation, we contact and experience the innate joy of the ... Read More
Saturday Morning Ananda Yoga with Devaki
Saturday Morning Ananda Yoga with Devaki
Ananda Yoga with Devaki will help to you feel deeply peaceful, uplifted and revitalized. You will be gently guided into the essence of the postures according to your own level of flexibility. Ananda Yoga includes the use of spiritual affirmations integrated into the movements to bring you into harmonious alignment with your highest soul nature. We have had the good ... Read More
Fire Ceremony and Meditation
Fire Ceremony and Meditation
Watch on YouTube The fire ceremony is but a symbol of the true fire ritual which takes place within each of us through our spiritual practices. In this ceremony, we offer up all of our desires, attachments, and past karma to be transmuted and purified. The fire ceremony includes the chanting of two ancient mantras: the Gayatri Mantra which is ... Read More
Sunday Service with Dharmadas and Nirmala: Does God Hide the Truth?
Sunday Service with Dharmadas and Nirmala: Does God Hide the Truth?
A willingness to seek the underlying reality behind appearances is essential for those who would know God.
Join Dharmadas and Nirmala to learn about the hidden presence of the divine within and all around us.
Healing Prayer Circle with Victoria – IN PERSON
Healing Prayer Circle with Victoria – IN PERSON
Do You Need Prayers? Perhaps you or someone you know is facing an illness or a personal challenge—physical, mental, or spiritual. If you would like for us to pray with you, let us know. Jesus emphasized when one’s human will is reinforced by the will of another, it becomes stronger. That was part of His intent when he said, “When ... Read More
Ananda Yoga with Alan
Ananda Yoga with Alan
A new yoga class is taking place on Sunday afternoons from 4 to 5:30, taught by Alan, a recent graduate of the Ananda Yoga program. The classes will be held at 4:00 pm in the temple sanctuary. The cost is $12 to drop in or $35 for the month. No prior experience with yoga is needed.