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From February 26 to March 3, 2025, Ácárya Diiptimánánanda Avadhúta and Avadhútiká Ánanda Acirá Ácáryá led a meditation and adventure retreat on Maui Island, Hawaii—part of the Los Angeles Region, New York Sector. Each day included Paincajanya, yoga, meditation, and outdoor excursions to rainforests, waterfalls, Haleakalā volcano, and Molokini Island for snorkeling. Participants enjoyed Kiirtana, spiritual talks, and collective Dharma Cakra with local Margiis. Highlights included whale watching, swimming with green sea turtles, and meditation in nature, creating a deeply uplifting spiritual and joyful experience in one of the world’s most beautiful settings.
Avadhútiká Ánanda Siddheshvarii Ácáryá and Ácárya Rágátmananda Avadhúta recently held a beautiful meditation retreat in Cuatro Ciénegas, México, a unique desert oasis known as a Pueblo Mágico. Among 17 participants, six received initiation, marking a milestone on their spiritual path. The retreat included yoga, philosophy, art, Akhanda Kiirtana, and a sitar concert by Dada Rágátmananda, creating an inspiring atmosphere. Following the retreat, a new yoga initiative began at a local high school in Monclova, starting with a class for 150 students, opening the door to share meditation and wellness with youth in the region.
Join us for the Ananda Marga Summer Conference 2025, June 29–July 6 at Ananda Kanan Retreat Center, Missouri. Enjoy a week of meditation, Kiirtan, philosophy classes, workshops, and joyful community living, with special programs for children and youth. This year’s theme is “Transforming Youth Through Service and Spirituality.” All are welcome!
On February 16, 2025, an awareness evening was held at the Long Island Holiday Inn, supported by Sri Naveen Sahib, a respected industrialist and longtime sympathizer. The event highlighted the Ananda Marga Health and Wellness Center in Connecticut, located on a beautiful 101-acre Master Unit, Ananda Kalptaru. It served as a platform to share Ananda Marga’s values, wellness initiatives, and future vision, while fostering connections with philanthropists and community leaders. Ácárya Abhiramananda Avadhúta, Ácárya Kovid Brahmacárii, Ácárya Dhruva, and Sister Devika represented Ananda Marga at the event.
In Denver, Colorado, the Women’s Welfare Department (WWD), led by Avadhútiká Ánanda Kalyánmitrá Ácáryá, is enhancing the Denver WWD Jagrti to create a more welcoming and functional space for women. Renovations include building a guest bathroom and adding a division wall to improve privacy and comfort. Construction began in March 2025, following a GoFundMe campaign to support the project. This initiative reflects Ananda Marga’s spirit of service, providing a dignified, supportive environment where women can connect, grow, and feel empowered.
Ananda Maya Ashram in Guatemala, founded by Ácárya Satyamitrananda Avadhúta in January 2024, has completed a transformative year of spiritual growth and service. Welcoming students from around the world, the ashram offers deep immersion in Tantra Yoga, Neohumanism, and Prout. Many visitors have been inspired to take initiation (diksha) and deepen their spiritual path. With daily meditation, asana practice, and inspiring classes, the ashram continues to cultivate a vibrant, supportive community. To learn more or plan a visit, explore: anandamayaashram.org.