Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R)
About Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R)
Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) — a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School — is based in Nevada City, CA, United States. Registered designations include RYS 200 and RYS 300. The program has accumulated 182 verified Yoga Alliance reviews at an average of 4.88 out of 5. Instruction covers Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, and Gentle Yoga. The lead team includes 10 trainers listed in the Yoga Alliance directory. Training is delivered online, which works for students who can't relocate. Non-residential formats let local students commute in. Next cohort dates appear on the Yoga Alliance listing.
Certificate trainings for body, mind and soul
Ananda Yoga brings yoga back to its original spiritual essence. Above all, it seeks to raise your level of consciousness by reinforcing the natural effects the yoga postures. With this, it is also designed to harmonize all dimension of your body, mind & soul.The Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation trainings will help you go beyond — and help your students go beyond — physical exercise into the deeper realms of yoga. All of our trainings are led by outstanding teaching staff who live the yogic lifestyle at Ananda Village which is the site of the Expanding Light Retreat where the school is location. These life-changing experiences empower you to work directly with the body's subtle energies for spiritual growth and wellness on all levels. Our founder, Swami Kriyananda, was a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda author of Autobiography of a Yogi the world renowned spiritual classic enjoyed by millions. Certificate teacher trainings include:
Ananda Yoga (R) Teacher Training 200 (in-person and online) and 500 hourBridge to Ananda Yoga - RYT's to become certified level 2 Ananda Yoga TeachersAnanda Meditation Teacher Training onlineRestorative Yoga Teacher Training in-person and onlineAnanda Spiritual Counseling Training onlineOur online and in-person trainings can be viewed on our website.Ananda Yoga includes:
-Asana ( yoga postures)
-Affirmations to go with each asana
-Pranayama (breathing and energy-control techniques)
-Yogic meditation techniques
-Applied yoga philosophy
-Learn more by visiting www.ananda.org/asym
Frequently asked questions
Is Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) Yoga Alliance registered?
Yes. Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) is listed in the Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School (RYS) directory under RYS 200 and RYS 300. That designation means the school's curriculum and teaching hours have been reviewed and meet the Yoga Alliance standards for that level.
Where does Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) hold teacher training?
The school is based in Nevada City, CA. The school offers online training, so students can attend from anywhere.
What yoga styles does Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) teach?
Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) teaches Alignment-Oriented Yoga, Spiritually-Oriented Yoga, and Gentle Yoga as the core of its curriculum. The program is delivered by 10 trainers listed on the school's Yoga Alliance roster.
Does Ananda School of Yoga & Meditation (R) have student reviews?
Yes — 182 verified Yoga Alliance reviews are on file, averaging 4.88 out of 5. A sample is shown in the Student Reviews section of this page, and the full list is available on the school's Yoga Alliance directory entry.
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Programs offered
Upcoming cohorts
| Program | Start | End | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| RYS 200 | 2026-05-02 | 2027-06-06 | — |
| RYS 300 | 2026-05-02 | 2026-06-06 | — |
| RYS 300 | 2026-05-20 | 2026-05-25 | — |
| RYS 200 | 2026-07-31 | 2027-06-06 | — |
| RYS 200 | 2026-09-05 | 2027-06-06 | — |
What they teach
Meet the team
Student reviews
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Rated but no written review.