Paramhansa Yogananda wrote, “Meditation is the highest form of activity a person can perform.” It is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives a direct, intuitive experience of higher consciousness, and is the cornerstone of deep spirituality. It also brings balance, rest, and growing inner peace.

This course is open to anyone who wishes to learn to meditate, regardless of religious or spiritual background. Whether or not you are new to meditation, these lessons can help you establish and develop a deep, consistent practice and help awaken within the peace, joy, and divine love that are a part of your true nature. It’s step one out of four on the Path of Kriya Yoga but can be done also as a standalone course.

About The Course

The course, "Learn to Meditate" offered at Ananda, is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. The techniques given by Yogananda are highly scientific and don’t require any belief system to practice. They are simple yet profoundly effective and have been taught by yogis for millennia in one form or another. 

In two classes of three hours each, we will cover:

Paramhansa Yogananda’s Hong Sau technique of concentration

Workings of the conscious, subconscious, and superconscious mind

Superconscious Living Exercises

How to sit comfortably for meditation

How to still the restless mind

The Roadmap to meditation

 The importance of breath/mind connection and the power of the focused mind

Basic principles for controlling and increasing your physical and mental energy

How to take experiences of peace and joy in meditation into daily life.

How to establish and meditation routine

The Course Fee: ₹ 1500/-

The course fee includes:

• Two in-person classes with guided meditations, lecture, and Q&A
• A simple lunch following each class
• “Lessons in Meditation” textbook
• Downloadable audio file of guided meditation
• (Optional) Personal mentoring: Your personal mentor will be available to guide you in your practice and answer your questions. We encourage you to stay in touch with your mentor throughout the duration of the course.

Completion of the Course:

 Completion of this course is a prerequisite for enrolling Kriya Yoga Meditation - The Art and Science of Raja Yoga (Level 2).

The "Learn to Meditate" course is highly comprehensive and you will learn the basics of meditation from “how to sit comfortably in meditation” to “experiencing feelings of deep peace and joy”.

Aarti Verma is a certified Ananda Yoga and Meditation teacher and a Sharing Nature facilitator. She is certified in speciality yoga including Chair Yoga and Restorative Yoga. Aarti has been conducting specialized workshops and classes for Ananda Sangha Delhi since 2016. The recent class topics include karma and free will, and overcoming harmful emotions. She is also a sound therapist with a keen interest in aiding people to balance their energies.

Hari Sudhan has been serving at Ananda Sangha Delhi full time since 2016. He is one of the main teachers for Kriya Yoga Meditation Basic Course and the Art and Science of Raja Yoga. Hari works closely with students in and outside of the class, assisting them to prepare for receiving Kriya Yoga Initiation. He has been practicing Kriya Yoga since 2008. Previously, Hari worked as an architect for 10 years. He has a Bachelor of Architecture from Anna University.

Pia Singh serves as an Ananda meditation teacher and the founder and trustee of Paramhansa Yogananda Charitable Trust (PYCT). PYCT serves 4000 widows in Vrindavan, has distributed 2 million food units, and has enabled 350,000 free medical services to the poor. Pia is a long-time Kriyaban and disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, a wife and mother of two children. Through her experience, she shares how to integrate the yogic teachings with the practicality of daily life.

Shivendra Misra is a Kriyaban and a certified meditation teacher. He helps conduct various activities at Ananda including meditations, classes, kirtans, and more. He has a Bachelor of Commerce from Sri Ram College, Delhi University.

Priyanka Gupta
PMO Professional

Choosing to do basic course turned out to be one of the best decisions of my life. It helped me understand basics of meditation like proper posture, different ways of sitting and how to breathe correctly. It also introduced me to Superconscious Living Exercises with which I could feel instant upliftment of energy. This course helped me set up a daily meditation routine and view life from a different lens. I started feeling calmer, happier, special and inspired inside. The inner smile and gratitude stay longer and keep me strong even in challenging times. This course is like enrolling oneself in school of life and is for everyone.

VP, Technology Company

Whether you are a beginner at meditation or an 'experienced' meditator, you will find the Ananda Sangha approach to meditation and spirituality a most refreshing one.

Developer, R&D Company

It's a blessing to be a part of Ananda Sangha. The meditation courses offered here are most organised, detailed and most importantly a combination of theory and practical teachings. Even though I took the classes online, this wasn't like other online meditation courses. All the teachers here are very energetic and eager to help at any point in time. You not only learn meditation but also get tools to sail through this life. I made lots of like-minded friends here. I highly recommend this course to anyone and everyone.  

Ananda Sangha Delhi is a place dedicated to sharing the spirit and teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of “Autobiography of a Yogi.” We offer classes for the path of Kriya Yoga, Sunday Satsang, morning and evening guided meditations, healing prayer sessions, Ananda Yoga workshops, and workshops for students, corporate workers, children and more. You will also find ongoing support in the form of like-minded souls and members of Ananda Delhi.