The Expanding Light Retreat

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 C

ity, 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.

"Wonderful experience again. Thank you!" says Sarah on Google
06/12/2026

"Wonderful experience again. Thank you!" says Sarah on Google

★★★★★ Wonderful experience again. Thank you!

"Incredibly experience" says Debbi
05/10/2026

"Incredibly experience" says Debbi

★★★★★ Incredibly experience

"Magical" says Jacqueline on Google
05/01/2026

"Magical" says Jacqueline on Google

★★★★★ Magical

"The Tulip Experience was so amazing. Not just the beautiful gardens. Everything from the moment I arrived was absolutel...
04/27/2026

"The Tulip Experience was so amazing. Not just the beautiful gardens. Everything from the moment I arrived was absolutely perfect. Everyone was kind and helpful. Our personal guides, Sundara and Nandadevi could not have been more delightful and accommodating. The activities they had arranged and lead added so much to the whole experience. The food was delicious. The room was welcoming and comfortable. The boutique is delightful. I.." says Donna

★★★★★ The Tulip Experience was so amazing. Not just the beautiful gardens. Everything from the moment I arrived was absolutely perfect. Everyone was kind and helpful. Our personal guides, Sundara and Nandadevi could not have been more delightful and accommodating. The activities they had a...

"Went to the expanding life center for a relaxing weekend that included a tour with her beautiful tulip garden, yoga, an...
04/20/2026

"Went to the expanding life center for a relaxing weekend that included a tour with her beautiful tulip garden, yoga, and meditation. The vegetarian food was good." says sherry on Google

★★★★★ Went to the expanding life center for a relaxing weekend that included a tour with her beautiful tulip garden, yoga, and meditation. The vegetarian food was good.

"The Self-Care Retreat for Body, Mind & Spirit at the Expanding Light Retreat was just what my partner and I needed. We ...
04/15/2026

"The Self-Care Retreat for Body, Mind & Spirit at the Expanding Light Retreat was just what my partner and I needed. We were able to relax and reconnect with ourselves and each other in a welcoming and peaceful environment. Our retreat leader, Meerabai, guided us through self-care practices such as meditation, visualization, journal writing, energization exercises, and breath work. We left feeling calm and rejuvenated,.." says Stella on Google

★★★★★ The Self-Care Retreat for Body, Mind & Spirit at the Expanding Light Retreat was just what my partner and I needed. We were able to relax and reconnect with ourselves and each other in a welcoming and peaceful environment. Our retreat leader, Meerabai, guided us through self-care pra...

"Wonderful place! We came for a 2-day personal retreat when the tulips were blooming. The gardens are amazing and the re...
04/09/2026

"Wonderful place! We came for a 2-day personal retreat when the tulips were blooming. The gardens are amazing and the retreat is a unique experience. I did not have a lot of prior meditation practice but the sessions were partially guided and I felt very much rejuvenated and at peace afterwards. I will come again." says Uli on Google

★★★★★ Wonderful place! We came for a 2-day personal retreat when the tulips were blooming. The gardens are amazing and the retreat is a unique experience. I did not have a lot of prior meditation practice but the sessions were partially guided and I felt very much rejuvenated and at peace ...

"I did the Keeping Your Aura Strong weekend retreat and it was an amazing experience. Huge thanks to our instructor, Kri...
03/29/2026

"I did the Keeping Your Aura Strong weekend retreat and it was an amazing experience. Huge thanks to our instructor, Krishna Das! Our classes and activities over the weekend were very insightful and profound, and I feel like I’ve gained tools and perspectives that I use for a lifetime. The accommodations were great—my friend and I stayed in Serenity House in a shared twin and it was really cozy and comfortable. The.." says Lucia on Google

★★★★★ I did the Keeping Your Aura Strong weekend retreat and it was an amazing experience. Huge thanks to our instructor, Krishna Das! Our classes and activities over the weekend were very insightful and profound, and I feel like I’ve gained tools and perspectives that I use for a lifeti...

"I did a weekend program, yoga for renewal, followed by several more days of personal retreat at the Expanding Light in ...
03/23/2026

"I did a weekend program, yoga for renewal, followed by several more days of personal retreat at the Expanding Light in January of 2026. It was just what I was looking for. The yoga for renewal weekend was thoughtfully planned and the retreat leaders - Hanna and Shahla - were wonderful. Supportive, kind, and knowledgeable, they facilitated a beautiful weekend of yoga and helped me get back in touch with my yoga practice.." says Tammy on Google

★★★★★ I did a weekend program, yoga for renewal, followed by several more days of personal retreat at the Expanding Light in January of 2026. It was just what I was looking for. The yoga for renewal weekend was thoughtfully planned and the retreat leaders - Hanna and Shahla - were wonderfu...

"I had an incredible experience here this past weekend. I can't even put into words how much I needed this retreat, and ...
03/02/2026

"I had an incredible experience here this past weekend. I can't even put into words how much I needed this retreat, and the healing and affirmation that it provided. Stunning surroundings, informative courses, responsive teachers, and good food. I appreciated the chance to also learn from my groupmates, and consider how the teachings here can and should be applied to bringing a higher consciousness to our collective.." says Viva on Google

★★★★★ I had an incredible experience here this past weekend. I can't even put into words how much I needed this retreat, and the healing and affirmation that it provided. Stunning surroundings, informative courses, responsive teachers, and good food. I appreciated the chance to also learn ...

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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

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+15304787518

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