Ananda Yoga Center - Nepal

Dream Comes True

2011-12-15T10:44:00.001+05:30

Dear Guruji and family,

I want to thank you again for the outstandingly warm hospitality that you gave to me during my one week stay at Ananda Yoga Center. As I told you, it was my long time dream of almost 37 years to travel to India and Nepal in order to study yoga. In fact, I was amazed at the link in my past experience with the teachings of Swami Satyananda to Ananda Yoga Center; it was not a coincidence that our paths finally crossed. I have gained a real sense of yoga, based on genuine origins and traditions from Ananda Yoga Center's yoga practices.The Yoga Nidra proved to be a dramatic aid for my chronic sleeping problems.I will continue to use it as a means of relaxation, a way of relieving stress and sleep deprivation.I especially enjoyed sharing the meals with your family.Your family dynamics and interactions were an extra treat for me, because it has helped me understand my own family situation and consider some of my probIems differently.Probably, the two most important considerations are compassion and cooperation.I don't really miss the cold weather and temperatures of Nepal, so it's nice to be warm again.I tried my best to perform the asana yoga, given my limited ranges of motion and flexibility, particularly with some past chronic lower back ailments.I have never been able to perform the advanced yoga postures, Ashtanga or otherwise.So, as I reflect I am glad that Ganga and Rajendra pushed me to the edge and helped me achieve a new confidence level.I have always practiced my yoga as a way of life and your center has boosted my energy to continue moving down that path, both physically and spiritually.

Om shanti shanti shanti

Aloha and Namaste,

Kerwin White

Hawaii

15th December 2011

2011-08-05T20:12:00.002+05:30

Despres d`un mes en el centre nomes tinc paraules d`agraiment envers a totes les persones que m`han envoltat al llarg d`aquesta preciosa estada. Gracies a Guruji per les seves savies paraules, a la Ganga i al Rajindra per compartir el seu coneixement al voltant del yoga, gracies a Subas per la seva feina i el seu talent a la cuina. La veritat es que no troba les paraules per comunicar les sensacions que tinc ara mateix despres d`una de les experiencies mes boniques de la meva vida…

Get ready for shavassana!

Hari Om!
Albert Barcelona,Spain
4th August 2011

A fantastic insight into the real Nepal

2011-08-04T14:33:00.000+05:30

I have had an amazing experience at the Ananda Yoga Center. To escape from busy Kathmandu into the Nepalise countryside to be able to relax and unwind. I came here as a complete beginer and I have learnt so much, not just about yoga postures but also about the theories behind its many aspects, including chanting, breathing and inner peace. The other amazing aspect of Ananda yoga center is that you are shown and experience the cultures and values of the nepalise community, within its own family and the village surrounding. This has been a fantastic insight into the real Nepal and I am now inspired to continue with my Yoga on my further travels and my life. Thank you to everyone who has welcomed me with open arms at center.
p.s. They are right the food is amazing here!!!
Gilly Davy, Cambridge, England.

Ananda Yoga Center-Nepal

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Ananda Yoga Center-Nepal

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Yoga Instructors

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Ananda Yoga Center-Nepal

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A Life Changing Experience

2011-04-01T16:16:00.001+05:30

1st April 2011.
Wah! what a life changing experience I have had here at Ananda Yoga Center.I came here originally for a few days and decided to stay for over two months.I love the family,I love the program and I love all the teachings.I will be back in 6 months to continue my yoga studies until then I leave my love and memories here.
Oska
Australia.

Amazing Kirtan

2011-03-30T17:07:00.000+05:30

29th March 2011
I have really enjoyed my stay at Ananda Yoga Ashram.SivaGiri is full of wisdom & good laughs.Ganga is a compassionate,strong & dedicated teacher of Asana.The energy of the family during Kirtan is so amazing to be a part of.This is a very relaxed & welcoming environment & I am glad to have come! My body,mind & and spirit feel refreshed.
Thank you!
Elise Cope,USA

Amazing Kirtan

2011-03-30T16:50:00.003+05:30

29th March 2011
I have really enjoiyed my stay at Ananda Yoga Ashram.SivaGiri is full of wisdom & good laughs.Ganga is a compassionate,strong & dedicated teacher of Asana.The energy of the family during Kirtan is so amazing to be apart of.This is a very relaxed & welcoming environment & I am glad to have come! My body,mind & and spirit feel refreshed.

Thank you!
Elise Cope,USA

A Lovely Warm Family

2011-03-30T16:47:00.000+05:30

08 March 2011

Many thanks to all the wonderful people who run this Center!I had a great time! It is a lovely warm family and I felt immediately at home.The yoga classes were really great and I also enjoyed theYoga Nidra and meditation classes a lot.Also many thanks to the great cook who made me eata lot of healthy tasty food!I will definitely come back soon or a bit later.All the best!
Iris Mulder
The Netherlands.

2011-03-11T13:37:00.000+05:30

6th March 2011
HARI OM!!!!!!!!!11

SONO ARRIVATO AL CENTRO PER STARE SOLO 1 MESE,T T C COURSE!!!

ERO GIA' A CONOSCENZA DELLO YOGA AVEVO FREQUENTATO ALTRI CORSI IN ALTRE SCUOLE.

MA MAI ERO STATO IN UNA SCUOLA DI SATYANANDA!!!!!!!!!!!!

QUA TUTTO E' MAGNIFICO!!!!I CANTI I MANTRA E YOGA NIDRA!!!M'HANO INSEGNATO MOLTO!!!!!!

M'HANNO INSEGNATO IL CONCETTO DELLA VITA!!!!

SIGNIFICA DEDICARE LA NOSTRA VITA PER IL PROSSIMO!!!!QUA L ENERGIA E' UN'ONDA POSITIVA CHE TRASCINA VERSO ORIZZONTI LONTANI!!!

TANTO AMORE DALLA FAMIGLIA:DAI BAMBINI:GURUJI: ANCHE DALL'INSEGNANTI:RAJINDRA,MANOJ E GANGA DIVENTATI COME FRATELLI E SORELLA!!!!!!!!

PER QUESTO SONO RIMASTO ALTRI 2 MESI,NON VOLEVO PIU 'ANDARE VIA!!!!!!!!!!!

QUA HO APPRESO MOLTE COSE,CHE IN ALTRE SCUOLE NON AVREI MAI APPRESO.

SPERO DI TORNARE PRESTO E PASSARE MOLTO PIU' TEMPO INSIEME A VOI!

CON TUTTO L 'AMORE POSSIBILE VI AUGURO MAGNIFICI MOMENTI!

HARI OM TAT SAT
Thomas Italy

A New Family in Nepal

2011-03-02T18:02:00.000+05:30

20/1/11--1/3/11

I left my family back in Scotland and came to Nepal to join a family much like my own, Big and fun! From literally the first 3 minutes of being here, Shivgiri had me smiling my head off, and the rest of the family kept that smile on my face for the next 5 weeks! It's a very hard thing to do, to leave this family. It's going to be even harder next time when we leave Nepal. After 5 brothers, I finally have Some Sisters and a few more brothers! I'm finding it hard to think of the right words to say how I feel. I will miss you all more than you think, this is not the end.

With all my heart
Donnie
Scotland

Life-Changing Experience

2011-03-02T17:57:00.000+05:30

1/3/11

I cannot express the gratitude I feel for the Ananda Yoga Center. The happy, relaxed and welcoming envirronment was obvious the minute I walked through the gate. It has truly been one of the most life-changing experience I've had. It breaks my heart to say goodbye to all these wonderful and beautiful people. I can only leave knowing that I will be back soon. I would miss my Nepali yoga family too much. Thank you to everyone for being so loving and kind. You have all taught me the true meaning of family. It means no need to say sorry or thank you so I'll just say I love you all and I look forward to joining my brothers and sisters very soon.

Sammy
Hong Kong

A Holistic Way of Practising

2011-02-03T21:50:00.001+05:30

1st of February 2011
Ananda Yoga Center offers an inview in Satyananda/ Bihar Yoga, which is a very holistic way of practicing this very old tradition of human beings. It integrates ideas and exercises of all human levels - mental, emotional, physical and spiritual! I am very thankful to have experienced this one month teacher training! The lessons are held by Shivagiri, the chairperson, and his daughter, which really is able to open hearts with her voice and helped me a lot! Their laughs are contagious and their family invites you kindly to be one of their members...which of course also means, that they correct you very kindly, when you didn´t clean the dishes properly ; ) I enjoyed also the chanting sessions in the morning and evening a lot, accompanied by an harmonium, cymbals and the Kirtan-Drum. THANK YOU I wish you all the best!
HARI OM
Carolin from Germany

"Yoga en estado puro"

2010-12-13T12:50:00.002+05:30

He pasado en la tranquilidad de este ashram unos días maravillosos. Toda la família me ha echo sentir uno más y he podido disfrutar de una vivencia valiosísima. El sentido del humor, la humildad y las palabras de Guruji han sido grandes anfitriones en mi estancia aquí. Las clases con Ganga han sido deliciosas y me han acercado al yoga llenándome generosamente con sus conocimientos y sobretodo con su sonrisa inagotable y llena de positividad (es una profesora y una persona increíble). Me siento privilegiado de haber tenido esta experiencia aquí y si tenéis la oportunidad de pasar unos días en Kathmandu y conocerlos, estoy seguro que será una gran experiencia y os deseo que a vosotros os llenen tanto como me han llenado a mi estos diez días.

with love
Xavi
Spain 1st December 2010.

Weather in Kathmandu ( Nepal )

2010-11-29T14:38:00.000+05:30

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Truly spiritual and calming experience

2010-11-29T13:41:00.000+05:30

Ahh .. what to say? It was a wonderful three days and leaving feels too soon!! Practicing with Guru Ji and Ganga was a truly spiritual and calming experience. I feel closer to understanding yoga and the total body healing that results from it. I don't know when ... but I will be back!
Lots of Love

Jessica Brown

Alaska (USA)
12 November 2010

A Magnificient place

2010-11-29T13:34:00.000+05:30

I can say from the bottom of my heart I am guided to Ananda Yoga Center. Magnificient place to be and to learn yoga and oneself. Heart warming family. I enjoyed every moment of my stay infact leaving with mixed feelings Mantra chanting and Kirtan most beautiful events. Just Divine.
Hearty Thanks for all.

November, 11 2010
S. Jaikaran
Netherlands

From Students To Friends

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Morning Asana Class

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Total Inspiration

2010-11-11T13:26:00.000+05:30

1st Nov 2010

Sometimes you don't know what you are looking for until you find it… Ananda Yoga Center was one of these places for me! I have been Practicing yoga for twelve years and finally, after ten days here I have come to understand it in a way I never had, The combination of teaching, the quality of the teachings the simple joys in life. You experience whilst living with this inspirational family is like nothing else. I can not recommend it highly enough and urge you if you get the opportunity to come and experience it for yourself. Waking up every morning to the magical mountain views, breathing in the fresh crisp air, walking to temples+ villages, experiencing the " Real" Nepal. Eating some amazing traditional food and most importantly being made part of this beautiful family. Thank you Ganga, Shivgiri and everyone else.
"I will be Back."

Kirsty Newell Australia

I Will Be Back!!!

2010-11-09T15:14:00.001+05:30

Nov 1, 2010

What an amazing experience!!! Aside from receiving such a dense and knowledgeable Yoga Teacher Training Course, where we lived the life of a true Yogi, learning the In’s and out’s of an ancient culture that only now the west is finally realizing the existence of; I’ve never felt more at home!
This family with their pure, kind, gentle hearts and their love for happiness and life, have not only passed on some of their profound knowledge of Yoga and life in the East but have also incorporated me into some of their most fun and traditional festivals around.
Upon staying at this Ashram please prepare to be treated as a family member growing and learning with the lifestyle of Yoga among one of the loveliest families I have ever had the privilege of knowing. In Shivgiri words “You have to Feel in order to Know”, and this Ashram gives you the deepest opportunity to feel Yoga and your happiest self, thus knowing yoga and my happiest, truest self.

I WILL BE BACK!!!

Jordan Bassi – Calgary, Canada

Feels Like Home

2010-11-09T15:13:00.000+05:30

Nov 1, 2010

A great pleasure the month I spent here. As a Yoga teacher in France, I enlarged my knowledge and vision of Yoga with a different point of view, mainly in Asana, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra and Mantra Chanting.
In a friendly and family oriented atmosphere, with cold water and good vegetarian food, you live here in such a simple Nepali way surrounded by this big family all around the Ashram. By the end of the month you feel just like being home.
So close to Kathmandu but so far from the pollution and noise, you wake up every morning with the sounds of nature and some days with the apparition of the Himalaya Mountains.
And now the best: Here is a taste of paradise – When Ganga sings Mantra’s, close your eyes and let a voice open inside you the doors of heaven. Ganga has got one of these voices that can transport you so far on pure vibration that you feel like being one with the voice of an angel.
Thank you!!

Sophie Tournaire (48 Years old) – France

Teacher Training Course Is Life Changing

2010-11-09T15:11:00.000+05:30

Nov 1, 2010

This has been an incredibly refreshing experience for me. Here is a quiet, clean, and beautiful environment inhabited by wonderful loving people. The integration of an extremely diverse yoga program, which covers all of the most important aspects of this scientific art form, combined with a relaxed and stress free environment, with a tight nit and loving family, makes for an extremely unique and unforgettable experience that cannot be found anywhere else. I have been here for one month and already I feel like a whole new person. The person that I really am deep down in my soul is coming to the surface, which it is exactly what I hoped to find here. I have learned not only about yoga, but also about Nepali culture, cooking, and deeper core values about the respect and care with which people should learn to treat each other. What I have learned here are tools to make myself a better person and to make my own home life and society a healthier place. I give my thanks.

Steve Sawyer, 23 Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA

2 Months at Ananda

2010-11-09T15:09:00.000+05:30

Oct 2, 2010

Thank you one and all! I feel that my being here for two months has been a fantastic blessing, filled with “GRACE”.
Everyone here at Ananda Yoga Ashram is dedicated to making everyone aware of all the deep seeded values in all the branches of Yoga - especially Shivgiri. Shivgiri and Ganga are Super-Duper Yoga teachers; and I have watched how many people were transformed under their guidance – aswell as how one person got turned into a dynamite integral Yoga teacher.
Shivgiri and Ganga have huge hearts, are humorous, awaken understanding that can serve to bring about enlightenment. They’re also compassionate, kind and dedicated to being of selfless service and are very changing in beneficial ways.

Mel Bogen (Age 76) – Sedona, Arizona, U.S.A.

A Week At Ananda

2010-11-09T15:07:00.003+05:30

Oct 6, 2010

Shivgiri and Ganga are wonderful people full of happiness and compassion. My experience has been all I have expected. I feel I will be a more disciplined and balanced person and have opened a door to a positive future, one of self-control and awareness. This Ashram has inspired a new way for me to live and I hope you find a better path as I have!!!

P.S.
The Food is Amazing!!

Paul Evans – London, England

Teacher Training Awesome Experience

2010-11-09T15:05:00.000+05:30

Oct 1, 2010

Thank you for a lovely month here at Ananda Yoga Center! What a lovely family! I will never forget my time here. Especially Teej Festival – getting dressed up in a Saree & fasting was a great experience!
GANGASANAS! Thank you Ganga for the circus poses! We had so much fun in class, and I learned so much from you. You’ve become a dear Yogini friend!!
Thank you Shivgiri for all your knowledge and guidance. You have a wonderful place here.
Thank you Mom for all the healthy meals made with love. A big thanks to the whole family for sharing your lives with me. Thank you Om (Dog) for guarding my door every night!!!
I will have to come back. You’re a family I will hold close to my heart forever.

Jennifer Hayes – Alaska, U.S.A.

Great Yoga!!

2010-11-09T14:56:00.000+05:30

Sept 30, 2010

Thank you for the gentle introduction to Yoga. It was a great experience for us. Thank you Ganga for the sugar bread and diverse styles of Asana Yoga, where we had a lot of fun. Now that I’m leaving I feel very cleansed and relaxed with a lot of energy. I enjoyed that at this place, Yoga is in the daily lives of you and the whole family. It is actively and entirely practiced. I could see the happiness in us when we practiced with a lot of heart. All the best! Anyone looking for Yoga, Come Here!!!

Sabine & Lars – Germany

Yantra For Havan

2010-10-31T15:37:00.000+05:30

Couple Asana With Ganga

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Preperation For Havan

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Yoga Center From Above

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Morning Asana Class

2010-10-31T14:36:00.000+05:30

I Will Be Back!!!

2010-10-29T14:02:00.000+05:30

Feels Like Home

2010-10-29T14:01:00.000+05:30

Teacher Training Course Is Life Changing

2010-10-29T14:00:00.000+05:30

A Week At Ananda

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2 Months at Ananda

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Teacher Training Awesome Experience

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Great Yoga!!

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Logo

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Strength to face the world

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“I came to Ananda Yoga Center looking to escape from the world, and I left with the strength to face it again” --M, Ireland

Much learned than expectation

2010-07-04T13:13:00.000+05:30

I had a wonderful time in Ananda Yoga Center. My favorite classes were Asana and yoga nidra(a complete relaxation technic) and I will surely keep on practising after I leave Nepal.I never imagined I could learn this much in only two weeks.Yet with Guruji and Ganga as my excellent teachers, I came much further than I expected.
The family is very hospitable and friendly and I felt very welcome with everybody trying to include me in the family and making me feel at home. I could stay here much longer, but unfortunately I have a flight to catch.But who knows,may be in the future I will visit Nepal again.In that case I will definately do a longer yoga course here.
So thanks to all,especially Guruji & Ganga,I will keep in touch.

Lisette
The Netherlands.
30 June 2010

2010-06-23T19:22:00.000+05:30

Visit by Swami Mahesh at Ananda

2010-06-04T13:19:00.000+05:30

The 31st May to the 1st of June Swami Mahesh and his group of 21 hikers visited our center along with Swami Yogaratna from Australia. They visited us after the completion of Muktinath Pilgrimage near Pokhara, Nepal and they are heading towards Kailash Manasarovar. During their stay at Ananda Yoga Center we had great fun Mantra chanting in the morning and Kirtan in the evening. We practiced Asana, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra and a 3 hour hike in mountains behind the center accompanied by our resident GuruJi, Sannyasi Shivgiri.

A Lovely Stay At Ananda Yoga Center...

2010-05-31T11:48:00.000+05:30

I had a wonderful month-long stay here at Ananda Yoga Center. The open-heartedness of everyone here contributed to making my stay a great one, so I thank you all! I have learned a lot and developed an insight into a different way of living… one that I will continue to incorporate into my life and share with those around me. That’s the important thing I think- to live the best and most integrated way I can and help others to do the same. I’ll be putting all I’ve learned into practice!

Nathan G, UK

31st May 2010

Daily Ashram Life

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We begin the day with Mantra chanting class, which is also attended by local people.
Then comes cleanings from Hatha Yoga, then one Asana class before breakfast at 8:30. From 11:30 we do Yoga Nidra, Pranayama and Karma Yoga stopping for lunch at 12:30. In the evening we have dinner after another Asana class and after dinner we have the evening Kirtan(devotional song) with music.

Satyanarayan Puja

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Satyanaryan Puja event was organized on 27th February 2010.

Daily

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Akshaya Tritiya (Day of "Indestructible"), 16 May 2010

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Whatever we think, say or do this day will be immortal, indestructible. If one starts good Sadhana (practice) one can develop one's personality, one can change from negativity to positivity and it remains as a Samskar (life after lives). Ananda Yoga Center had an event which started early morning with Havan (fire ceremony) Vishnu Sahasranam (thousand names of Lord Vishnu), Gita chanting and Akhanda Kirtan. The program was completed around 5 pm and there were over 200 participants. Ananda Yoga Center offered Prasad (food, fruits and juice).

Wonderful Mantra chanting.

2009-11-06T16:23:00.001+05:30

Nov.6.2009

Thank you very much. So nice week at Ananda Yoga Center, I really enjoyed. Very peaceful place to stay,all the people are so nice here! A serious place to learn yoga, meditation technique etc. And I like the morning Mantra chanting class, it ‘s relaxing gives us nice energy to start our day. I will continue yoga everyday & I came back in Nepal it is sure I will come back here!

Catherine, Canada.

A valuable stay

2009-11-03T09:15:00.000+05:30

Nov 3 2009.

Thank you very much to the staff here at Ananda Yoga Center! Though I was only here for a short time, my stay has been very valuable -I will difinitely be using the yoga nidra techniqiues in my day
to day life.I am so happy I decided to stay here a few days,it's the perfect to my trip in Nepal.

Namaste
Lori Wigbers
Vancouver Canada.

Memorable unique teaching style.

2009-11-01T14:23:00.000+05:30

Nov 1, 2009.
Thank you to everyone for making my month long stay here so memorable .I love Ganga’s yoga classes, and her unique teaching style. Surya’s Prananyama classes have great value too. I will never forget my time here and many things I have learned I will miss all the family and beautiful scenery around here. I know from now on that my life will be more yoga fueled ever before!
Namaste
Lisa Maclean,Scotland.

An indelible and unexpected mark on heart

2009-10-31T14:56:00.000+05:30

I came to Asia to learn yoga in an authentic way. What made the biggest impression on me is the full scope of yoga exercises that are practiced and taught by the staff at the Ananda Yoga Center. There is chanting, which left an indelible and unexpected mark on heart , Shatkarma, Asana, Pranayama and meditation. Yoga is not my entire life; it was easy to feel a solid type of happiness here, but the real test will be what aspects of this knowledge I will bring back home and practice in America. This truely was an authentic experience .Thanks to everyone –Guruji,Ganga,Surya and family.
N amo Narayan, Rick USA.
15.09.09

My stay here at Ananda Yoga Center was most relaxing. So nice that I extended twice! I loved experiencing yoga in this way, as a way of life. I will definitely be incorporating many of the practices I learned here into my daily life and hope to pass to family and friends as well. Thank you for all the kindness and especially the most delicious food. I have thoroughly enjoyed my two and half weeks stay and like to return again someday.
And we did 108 times Sunsalutations!!Woohoo.
Namaste,
Elizabeth Metcalf
Seattle, WA, USA.
31st October 2009.

I was new to yoga so thought I would check out Ananda Yoga Center. I spent 10 days here and I definitely enjoyed my stay! I learned a ton about many different yoga practices (ones I did not even know existed!) and my time outside class was relaxing.
I am learning the center more calm, collected and flexible. I’m really happy I came.
Amanda Steele
LosAngeles,California,USA.
31st October 2009.

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SILENCE

The aim of life is silence. Silence is the language of God. Peace is silence. Silence is the language of the heart. Silence is the language of the wise. Silence is immense strength. Silence is great eloquence. Silence is power. Silence is a living force. Silence is the only reality. Behind all the noise and sound is silence, your innermost soul. Silence is intuitive experience. To go into silence is to become God. There is no healing balm better than silence for those who have a wounded heart from failures, disappointments and losses. The silence that you enjoy during deep sleep and the silence that you experience at the dead of night give the clue to the existence of that ocean of silence.

Speech is a strong weapon of maya to delude the individual and to distract the mind. Talkative people cannot enjoy peace of mind because the mind is always outgoing. Quarrels and disputes arise through the play or mischief of this turbulent sense. Words are like arrows. They injure the feelings of others. Speech is very mischievous, troublesome, turbulent and impetuous. It must be steadily and gradually controlled. When you begin to check it, it will try to rebound on you. Be courageous. Do not allow anything to come out from the mind through the organ of speech. If you observe mouna (silence), you have shut out a big source of disturbance. If speech is checked, the eyes and ears also can come easily under control. If you control speech, you have already controlled half of the mind.

Energy is wasted in idle talking and gossiping. Mouna conserves the energy and you can turn out more mental and physical work. You can do a lot of meditation. It has a marvelous soothing influence on the brain and nerves. The energy of speech is slowly transmuted or sublimated into ojas shakti or spiritual energy. Mouna develops the will, curbs the impulse of speech and gives peace of mind. Mouna is a great help in observing truth and controlling anger. Emotions are controlled and irritability vanishes. When one is ailing, observing mouna will give great peace of mind. One who observes silence possesses peace, strength and happiness. In silence, there is wisdom, freedom, poise, joy and bliss.

Purify the mind and meditate. Be still, and know that you are God. Calm the mind. Silence the bubbling thoughts and surging emotions. Plunge deep into the innermost recess of your heart and enjoy the magnanimous silence. Mysterious is this silence. Enter into the silence. Know that silence. Become silence itself.

Yoga participants in April 2009

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Holistic environment

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I had a wonderful time learning yoga in a holistic environment. I enjoyed also meeting and getting to know the whole family (and eating corn in the afternoons!). I am sure that your knowledge and desire to teach will reach even larger groups of people in both Nepal and abroad.

Thank yu for your kindness,
Sushma Joshi
Kathmandu, Nepal
09-09-09

Wonderful Ashram

2009-10-01T14:06:00.000+05:30

A very wonderful Ashram to learn & practice yoga. I am able to keep myself distant from all the issues back home & this has helped me tremendously. Guruji is dynamic/honest. I am bery much grateful for his teachings and wisdoms. I hope this place will flourish.

Keepa Maskey
Patne, India
09-09-09

Cannot be explained in words

2009-10-01T14:03:00.000+05:30

I cannot explain in any words how much I liked this place. If I come next time, I'll only come to visit my guru and Ganga. I opened up my heart to my guru and he solved or at least helped me to heal my problems. I don't know how to thank him. I just pray for him for a long, healthy live and I recommend highly this place to anyone.

Love from Azmat (Roohi)
Bangladesh
09-09-09

Yoga paradise and delicious food

2009-10-01T14:00:00.000+05:30

Thank you SO MUCH for those few days in your private paradise! I had never been so well treated and welcomed, thank you so much for your warmth, your generosity, and the delicious food!! And Ganga is the best yoga teacher!

Thank you and see you soon.
Jenny (France)
06-Feb-2009

Learned yoga in an authentic way

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I came to Asia to learn yoga in an authentic way. What made the biggest impresion on me is the full scope of yoga exercises that are practiced and taught by the staff of at the Ananda Yoga Center. There is chanting, which left an indelible and unexpected mark on heart, shetkarma, asana, pranayama, and meditation. Yogae is not my entire life; it was easy to feel a solid type of happiness here, but the real test will be what aspects of this knowledge I will bring back home and practice in America. This truly was an authentic experience. Thanks to everyone - Guruji, Ganga, Surya, and family.

- Rick, U.S.A
15/9/09

A Private Paradise!

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Ananda Yoga Center offers a wonderful retreat from the outside world. I spent a very happy week here, learning about Yoga (the philosophy, stretches, breathing practices and meditation), eating good food, taking long walks in the surrounding hills, and generally escaping from the buzz of city life. Highly recommended to all (beginners - like me - included!).
J. Cooper, London, June '09

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Dhanurasana(Bow pose)

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Halasan(plough pose)

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How to reach at Ananda Yoga Center

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You may travel to Ananda Yoga Center by taxi if you wish. Please hail a taxi and then phone us using a telephone shop service and we will guide the taxi driver with clear directions. The journey will cost around 700 Nepalese rupees from Thamel.

Alternatively, you may wish to travel to our centre by bus for approximately 15 rupees. There are three different buses you.

1. Catch the 'Rajdhani Yatayat' bus from Ratna Park or 'Sahid Gate' and get down at 'Ananda Yoga Center'. Our center is 2 minutes walk from the 'Ananda Yoga Center' stop. Our centre is in between 'Khusi Khusi Hotel' and Hiland Distillery.

Or

2. From 'Ratna Park' and catch bus number 20 which goes to 'Thankot'. Get down at 'Satungal'. Walk around 2 kilometers following the 'Ananda Yoga Center' or 'Khusi Khusi Hotel' or 'Hotel Outlook' signposts.

Ananda Yoga Center is 5 km SW from Kalanki (Ring Road) city ...

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Yoga teachers

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Neti 2

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Neti(Nasal Cleansing)

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Children playing at the Yoga Center

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Mantra Chanting

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A wonderful week!

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Namaste.What a wonderful week! So much peace & love. The morning walks were great!& enjoyed food & loved the chanting & dancing. And the free time to do yoga & yoga nidra. You all are just so friendly & helpful. A great ending with lord Ram’s birthday celebration.
Much love.
Ellen Kenwood, NewyorkApril 2007

Awesome fantastic month

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I spent awesome fantastic month studying here. The hospitality is just beyond any expectation. I loved every minute here and it didn't matter whether it was a class of yoga or a fantastic meal cooked by Surya.Thank you to you all guys to make it unforgettable month for me.

Thank you Shivgiri; my great young master Ganga, Balaram, Surya (best cook ever), Janak and cute Amrit.
Big Hugs,Angela, RussiaJune, 2007

A nice temporary home

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This place was what I was looking for- a nice temporary home where I can relax,practise yoga,meditation & experience the amazing local people & culture.Thank you very much for your hospitality!I felt very welcomed here.I had such a wonderful time & I will treasure my experience- especially the new friend I made big and small.Surya,you are the master of the kitchen!I love all the food you prepared and I will miss your cooking & you for sure.
Thank you.
Ivone(Indonesia,USA)/31st October 2007

Chanting,Meditation & Yoga

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Thank you so much for my 5 days here with you & your wonderful family.I really enjoyed my stay the chanting,meditation & yoga.
Wish I could stay here longer.Hope to see you again one day.
With love
Marianne, Norway/6th April 2008

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Thank you so much for my 5 days here with you & your wonderful family.I really enjoyed my stay the chanting,meditation & yoga.

Wish I could stay here longer

Spiritual energy and fascinating landscapes!

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More than an academic experience. I learned a lot of things during one month teachers training course in Ananda Yoga Center. Though, I am used to be with a family and similiar environment this one month, which I spent here was different. I had a lot of good memories for the rest of my life. The family atmosphere and the spiritual energy here has encouraged me to see my future life with confidence. Really I wish to spend more time here. Landscapes here is amzing and fascinating. Especially I must mention about the food her, it was the the best food I ever had in my life. I pray this God will bless them with more and more prosperiety, so that they can lead more and more people to their wellness and peace.

Thanks with lots of memory.
Arun from Kerala, India / 28th June 2008

Great place to be!

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It was a great time here. I found myself free of stress here and I hope it will genereate high frequency of happiness to people who joint here.

Great place to be!
Niranjan Rijal
Matatirtha, Kathmandu / 25th October 2008

Good food, good company, good insights

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Eventhough this visit was cut short a few days I enjoyed my stay very much. It was relaxing, invigorating, calming, all the things I needed. I met lovely people whom I will remember throughout my journey and forever more. I will try to send my friends here for the same wonderful experience I had. Good food, good company, good insights into leading a good life. Thank you again! I hope to return.

Kendra from USA / 10.08.2008

Thank you!

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Thank you so much to everyone here at Ananda Yoga Center for giving me such a unique and wonderful experience! I feel very lucky to have met you all and there is no betteer compliment I can give than saying you have made me want to better myself through yoga.

Thank you!
Aisling from Ireland / 15th July 2008

Shivgiri with his Guru

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A moment with my Guru

Yoga Classes

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Ananda Yoga Center

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Sannyasi Shivgiri

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Fees

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About fees, please email us at aanandayoga@hotmail.com or aanandayoga@gmail.com

Sannyasi Shivgiri (Yoga Director - Chairperson)

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Sannyasi Shivgiri

Sannyasi Shivgiri (Bharat Prasad Rijal) received his Diploma in Yoga Teacher's Training Course from Bihar School of Yoga, India. He has been teaching and training students from all over the world on different aspects of Yoga for more than 20 years. He has also undertaken one year Sanyas Training and 8 months of Kundalini Yoga Courses. He is the disciple of Paramhamsa Swami Niranjananda Saraswati, who is the successor of Paramhamsa Swami Satyananda Saraswati.

Currently, Shivgiri teaches Satyananda Yoga (Bihar Yoga) at Ananda Yoga Center in Kathmandu, Nepal. He has conducted yoga workshops and seminars in Nepal, India and abroad. He is an expert in Mantra Chanting and Kirtan (Devotional Songs) with classical music.

Contact

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Ananda Yoga Center
Matatirtha 7, Yoganagar
Kathmandu, Nepal

Phones:
+977-1-4311048
+977-1-4311639
+977-1-98032-21485 (mobile)

Email:
shivgiri@anandayoganepal.com
aanandayoga@hotmail.com or
aanandayoga@gmail.com

Post Box Number:
11225 Kathmandu

Yoga Courses

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In Ananda Yoga Center there are several kinds of courses to suit your specific needs, time or yoga level (beginners / intermediate / advanced).

- Health Management Course
- 5-days Yoga Course
- 7-days Yoga Course
- Personalized Yoga
- Shankhaprakshalana (Washing of the Intestines)
- Teachers Training Course
- Kundalini (Chakra) Yoga Course
- Therapeutic Course Yoga
- Mouna Sadhana (Practice of Silence)

You may mail us aanandayoga@hotmail.com or aanandayoga@gmail.com for more information about fees and other kinds of courses.

Teacher's Training Course

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Teaching style is mainly based on Satyananda Yoga (Bihar Yoga) and has 1 month duration. Regular classes are held Monday to Saturday. Sunday is a free day, when you have the opportunity to visit various cultural destinations around Kathmandu valley (i.e Patan, Bhaktapur, Boudhanath).

More than 50 Asanas (postures) will be taught starting from basic postures to more advanced postures including therapeutic groups of asanas Pawanmuktasana Part I (Anti-rheumatic group), II (Digestive/abdominal group), III (Energy block Postures) and Surya Namaskar (Sun salutation).

- Pranayama (breathing exercises) more than 7 kinds of pranayama.
- Yoga nidra (A complete relaxation technique- physical, mental and emotional)
- Mudra introduction and practice.
- Bandha introduction and practice.
- Shatkarma (6 types of cleansings); Neti, Dhauti, Vasti, Nauli, Kapalbhati and Trataka.
- Introduction and practice of Pratyahara (Withdrawal of sensory organs).
- Introduction and practice of Dharana (Concentration).
- Various kinds of Dhyana (Meditation).
- Introduction of various kinds of Yoga: Raja yoga (Ashtanga yoga), Hatha yoga, Karma yoga (action on yoga), Bhakti yoga (Yoga of devotion), Jnana yoga (Yoga of knowledge).
- Introduction and practice of Kundalini yoga (Chakra yoga).

At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of Yoga Teacher.

Comments

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Thank you for these relaxing five days. We feel like “new born” and we ready to go out in the world .We will do our best to follow Shivgiri’s advice and live a happy, peaceful and life.God bless and be happy!
Peter & friend Stockholm, Sweden.
March, 2004

Having just spent 5 days at the Ananda Yoga Center I’m feeling energized, strong, and full of yogic inner peace! Thank you all so much for the teaching, words of wisdom, great food, and also for creating such a wonderful environment in which to imbibe the spirit ofYoga. I hope I get the opportunity to spend time here again some time in the future.Hari Om tat sat!
Love Cavmihe, Ireland.
March, 2004

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to look “inside”! Your knowledge was exactly what I needed to reestablish my awareness both mentally & physically. What a great location and excellent morning walks! Did I mention the food was wonderful as well.In love and light,
Claire,USA
October, 2003

Thank you for everything. Had a wonderful time. Will have to come back, no doubt about that.
Maria, Denmark.
November, 1996

I spent awesome fantastic month studying here. The hospitality is just beyond any expectation. I loved every minute here and it didn't matter whether it was a class of yoga or a fantastic meal cooked by Surya.Thank you to you all guys to make it unforgettable month for me. Thank you Shivgiri; my great young master Ganga, Balaram, Surya (best cook ever), Janak and cute Amrit. Big Hugs,
Angela, Russia
June, 2007

Almost 2 weeks I spent in this wonderful peaceful place. The classes were always very good. I learned a lot about all these different types of yoga. After long traveling I got back my energy to go on my traveler way.The food was always amazing. A fantastic place with fantastic people. Thanks you all.
Murielle, Switzerland.
July, 2007

In a beautiful setting,on a hill overlooking rice fields stands Ananda Yoga Center.Great food(inspired by the cook and the fresh air).Light environment and easy teaching.Thanks.
Etan Doronne, Israel.
August, 2007

The whole body is completely Healthy, Relaxed and Cheerful.For Shivgiri:Thank you lots & lots & lots! You have made me feel at home, comfortable .I came with problems I needed to solve .you have helped me to find peace in my heart, & the positive attitude necessary to make the decision I needed to make. I have got everything I was looking for in this place.Ananda Yoga Center is a treasure for Matatirtha, Kathmandu & Nepal. It is an example of being & living with positivity, love & community. You are an example for others to follow.I will never forget morning walks & evening music class .It is not possible to put into words how delicious food is. Nobody will lose weight at Ananda Yoga Center!With all my love to everyone in this community.
Dom, England
Janaury, 2007

Namaste.What a wonderful week! So much peace & love. The morning walks were great!& enjoyed food & loved the chanting & dancing. And the free time to do yoga & yoga nidra. You all are just so friendly & helpful. A great ending with lord Ram’s birthday celebration. Much love.
Ellen Kenwood, Newyork
April 2007

It was very wonderful to stay hear. a wonderful Ananda Yoga Center to learn Yoga for 3 days, I also experienced ‘Gurupurnima’ ceremony today, I really appreciate your teaching about Yoga, greatHospitality, and wonderful natural scenary. Hope that I’ll be back soon.Thank you.
Kie Kanda, Japan
July, 2007

Thank you for an incredibly peaceful and joyous week.This place and these people were exactly what my being had needed.And the food alone would bring me back here time again.
Katie Bair, California.
January,2007

“Know yoga, know peace”.“No yoga, no peace”.“I will be successful that I undertake”.I experienced more yoga in the 6 days here at Ananda Yoga than I have in Previous 2-3 years in Calgary (Canada) what is yoga? I feel I have a much better idea now. Surya’s cooking is outstanding! And his quiet, happy and graceful behaviorIs complemented by Shivgiri’s outgoing incredibly friendly!wise, yogic lifestyle.This place is wonderful & these people live the life of yogi’s. Thanks for the music too! These boys are truly gifted.
Peter Helfrich, Calgary, Canada.
November, 2006

I have had an amazing experience at the Ananda Yoga Center. To escape from busy Kathmandu into the Nepalise countryside to be able to relax and unwind. I came here as a complete beginer and I have learnt so much, not just about yoga postures but also about the theories behind its many aspects, including chanting, breathing and inner peace. The other amazing aspect of Ananda yoga center is that you are shown and experience the cultures and values of the nepalise community, within its own family and the village surrounding. This has been a fantastic insight into the real Nepal and I am now inspired to continue with my Yoga on my further travels and my life. Thank you to everyone who has welcomed me with open arms at center.p.s. They are right the food is amazing here!!!Gilly Davy, Cambridge, England.

September 2008

SEVA -- The Path of Purification

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"Life is meant for serving others. God's plan for human evolutions seva, or selfless service. 'Serve. Love. Give. Purify. Be Good. Do Good. Meditate. Realize.' That is the spiritual formula. One who practices selfless service feels for others and shares what he has with others. To grow on the spiritual path, you must serve humanity selflessly. Feel that the world is one big family and all are its members. Become a lover of humanity. Humanity is your God and serving humanity is your worship. One is working for all is dear to God."

Swami Sivananda Saraswati

Daily Schedule

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- 5.30 A.M. getting up
- 6:00 morning walk through local village or mantra chanting and meditation
- 7:00 Shatkarma (yogic cleansing)
- 7:30 asanas (yogic postures)
- 8:30 breakfast
- 9:00 Seva (karma yoga - center help: gardening, kitchen, cleaning, etc.)
- 10:00 Likhit japa(Mantra writing)or yantra making
- 11:30 Pranayama, meditation and yogic discussion
- 1:00pm. lunch
- 2:00 personal time (stroll, study, bath)
- 3:00 yoga nidra (psychic sleep)
- 3:45 Seva (karma yoga - center help: gardening, kitchen, cleaning, etc.)
- 4:15 tea break
- 4:30 asanas (yogic postures)
- 6:00 dinner
- 7:00 trataka (yogic gazing/concentration)or kirtan/bhajan (chanting with music)
- 8:00 retiring

Ananda Yoga Center Description

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" Ananda Yoga Center, a retreat facility in a lovely setting in the valley, caters for both beginners and and advanced students of Yoga. "

"It is the only one of its kind in the whole country: a non-profit Yoga Center with its own buildings, lovely garden, clean air, rejuvenating and relaxing environment, constructed specifically for teaching purposes and spiritual uplift". - Rough Guide to Nepal

General information:

Ananda Yoga Center was established in 1990, is recommended by the Nepal 'Lonely Planet' and 'Rough Guide' guidebooks and has taught more than 1000 students. We offer residential yoga courses for beginners, intermediate and advanced students, including the Teacher Training Course. Sanyasi Shivgiri, the spiritual yoga teacher at Ananda Yoga Center has studied at 'Bihar School of Yoga' and has been teaching for more than 15 years. The center is close to Kathmandu city, situated in the foothills of the Himalaya (10km from Thamel). Our center teaches Satyananda Yoga (Bihar Yoga). This includes asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation, yoga nidra (complete relaxation technique), Shatkarma (yogic cleansing: nasal, intestine and stomach cleansing), and philosophy; and at night we have a music session and mantra chanting. We are flexible with our programs and work to meet the needs of our students by offering personalized yoga sessions and courses.

Facilities at Ananda Yoga Center:

- Center is surrounded with beautiful green trees
- Lovely garden with various kinds of flowers
- Campfire at night during winter season
- Valley view sunrise
- View of Himalayas
- Lacto-vegetarian meals (Healthy food)
- Herbal tea (mint tea, tulasi tea, organic green tea) & other tea provided
- Bottled mineral water provided
- Plentiful, fresh natural spring water constantly flows to our center
- Therapeutic yoga course (upon request)
- Rooftop space available for personal meditation, study or relaxation
- Large yoga practice room with wall to wall windows and plenty of natural light.
- Yoga teacher is available at free time