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The Expanding Light Retreat Ananda Yoga and Meditation Retreat center and Karma Yoga ashram program based on teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda.
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Situated within Ananda Village, close to Nevada City, Northern California. We offer many retreat programs — spiritual growth retreats, spiritual travels, yoga and meditation trainings — based on the universal teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, the world-renowned author of Autobiography of a Yogi. Our retreat center is situated within the 700 beautiful acres of Ananda Village, just outside Nevada City, California. Guests have visited here for over 50 years, from all parts of the world, with many different spiritual perspectives, to learn more about the path of Kriya Yoga meditation, Ananda Yoga for physical and spiritual healing, and the contemporary application of Yogananda's teachings to help people realize their true potential.

"This retreat was just what my overwhelmed spirit needed. I recieved such kind and warm guidance and the people are so l...
10/19/2026

"This retreat was just what my overwhelmed spirit needed. I recieved such kind and warm guidance and the people are so lovely and uplifting. Thank you so much xx Naomi" says Susan on Google

★★★★★ This retreat was just what my overwhelmed spirit needed. I recieved such kind and warm guidance and the people are so lovely and uplifting. Thank you so much xx Naomi

"We spent a long weekend at Ananda village. We visited as a group from Rochester NY. Ananda village was for me a wonderf...
10/09/2026

"We spent a long weekend at Ananda village. We visited as a group from Rochester NY. Ananda village was for me a wonderful spiritual experience as well as a welcoming place with the nicest kindest people. Learning about and experience living the Ananda spirit was an eye opening experience. Kudos and thanks to all the amazing staff and residents of Ananda village for your hospitality. Highly recommend for everyone. God.." says Aharon on Google

★★★★★ We spent a long weekend at Ananda village. We visited as a group from Rochester NY. Ananda village was for me a wonderful spiritual experience as well as a welcoming place with the nicest kindest people. Learning about and experience living the Ananda spirit was an eye opening experi...

"This was a wonderful, uplifting experience. The retreat center is beautiful. I feel renewed in body, mind and spirit" s...
10/06/2026

"This was a wonderful, uplifting experience. The retreat center is beautiful. I feel renewed in body, mind and spirit" says Christi on Google

★★★★★ This was a wonderful, uplifting experience. The retreat center is beautiful. I feel renewed in body, mind and spirit

"There is something very special about this place! I went for a five day retreat and it was WELL WORTH the energy exchan...
09/29/2026

"There is something very special about this place! I went for a five day retreat and it was WELL WORTH the energy exchange. From check-in to check-out everyone was wonderful to work with, kind and ready to help with anything we needed. Being on the land was spectacular with its beauty, spaciousness and wildlife. The meditation services and yoga classes were instructed by knowledgeable people with many gifts to share..." says Brianna on Google

★★★★★ There is something very special about this place! I went for a five day retreat and it was WELL WORTH the energy exchange. From check-in to check-out everyone was wonderful to work with, kind and ready to help with anything we needed. Being on the land was spectacular with its beauty...

"This was my 4th visit to Ananda and The Expanding Light Retreat. Each time, I am overwhelmed with the reception given b...
09/18/2026

"This was my 4th visit to Ananda and The Expanding Light Retreat. Each time, I am overwhelmed with the reception given by all community members to all who visit, regardless of their time on the spiritual path. Accommodations are fine, rooms are very clean. Food is nicely prepared and always plentiful with healthful selections. The grounds are just lovely -- peaceful and serene -- so inspiring to just walk around and sit.." says Linda on Google

★★★★★ This was my 4th visit to Ananda and The Expanding Light Retreat. Each time, I am overwhelmed with the reception given by all community members to all who visit, regardless of their time on the spiritual path. Accommodations are fine, rooms are very clean. Food is nicely prepared and ...

"We enjoyed their retreat and will recommend for all." says Radha on Google
09/14/2026

"We enjoyed their retreat and will recommend for all." says Radha on Google

★★★★★ We enjoyed their retreat and will recommend for all.

"Expanding Light Retreat is like an oasis for the soul. Because of the roots and maturity and growth they have experienc...
08/30/2026

"Expanding Light Retreat is like an oasis for the soul. Because of the roots and maturity and growth they have experienced, it has become a symbol of hope for the future. In the day when the world seems to crumble and brings so much uncertainty, Master’s guidance, Swami’s devotion, and the splendid and devoted teachers and staff, this may be the key to a whole new world in the coming age. I carry so much of what I.." says Marie on Google

★★★★★ Expanding Light Retreat is like an oasis for the soul. Because of the roots and maturity and growth they have experienced, it has become a symbol of hope for the future. In the day when the world seems to crumble and brings so much uncertainty, Master’s guidance, Swami’s devotion...

"This was my first time at The Expanding Light Retreat.....and it won't be my last! It far exceeded my expectations from...
08/23/2026

"This was my first time at The Expanding Light Retreat.....and it won't be my last! It far exceeded my expectations from arrival to departure of my 3 night Personal Retreat. The staff, the accommodations, classes, the Village Tour, incredible grounds, food, the guests, wildlife etc were all wonderful. I can't wait to come back!!" says Cindy on Google

★★★★★ This was my first time at The Expanding Light Retreat.....and it won't be my last! It far exceeded my expectations from arrival to departure of my 3 night Personal Retreat. The staff, the accommodations, classes, the Village Tour, incredible grounds, food, the guests, wildlife etc we...

"Peaceful place with friendly people. It may take a day or two to get used to the routine and feel at home in this small...
08/17/2026

"Peaceful place with friendly people. It may take a day or two to get used to the routine and feel at home in this small loving community." says S on Google

★★★★★ Peaceful place with friendly people. It may take a day or two to get used to the routine and feel at home in this small loving community.

"A very special place run by a very special group of people. For those on the path, you will feel like you’ve come home ...
08/12/2026

"A very special place run by a very special group of people. For those on the path, you will feel like you’ve come home in a whole new way." says Brian on Google

★★★★★ A very special place run by a very special group of people. For those on the path, you will feel like you’ve come home in a whole new way.

Address

13930 Expanding Light Drive
Nevada City, CA
95959

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+15304787518

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