The Atlanta Regional Retreat took place from September 1 – 4, 2023. Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. and the Asheville Bhukti committee...
Brother Mangal Dev, Avt. Ananda Acira Ac. and Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. organized a hiking and backpacking tour in the Lake Tahoe area, California from July 24 - 28 with the participation of eleven adults, Maungal Dev’s son, and his dog. All participants had previously attended meditation retreats organized by Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda.
The recent Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii in Pennsylvania (August 7 – 11, 2024) and Ananda Dhiira in...
Our five-day meditation retreat at Ananda Kanan in Missouri (July 17 - 21) was a profoundly inspiring experience. Each day was filled with deep chanting, meditation, yoga, and philosophical classes, enriching our spiritual practice.
A regional retreat for the Philadelphia region was held at the serene Ananda Vrati Master Unit from August 30 to September 1, 2024, bringing together 40 Margiis, Dadas, and Didis for a spiritually uplifting program. The natural beauty of Ananda Vrati, nestled in the heart of nature, provided the perfect backdrop for the retreat, offering participants a peaceful environment for contemplation and devotion.
From October 11-14, 2024, Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., and Brother Maungal Dev organized a hiking and kayaking advenute near Los Altos Hills. Participants explored the regenerating redwoods of Big Basin and kayaked in Monterey Bay, encountering sea otters and seals. The retreat offered serene meditations, connection with nature, and lasting friendships amidst breathtaking scenery.
In the summer of 2024, 30 participants attended meditation retreats at Ananda Kanan, Ananda Girisuta, and Ananda Dhiira, organized by Avtk. Ananda Acirá Ácárá and Ac. Diiptimanánanda Avt. The retreats offered yoga, meditation, and nature immersion, with highlights including Maonavrata practice, visits to scenic rivers, and lively discussions on health, nutrition, and spiritual philosophy.
From October 4-6, a Women’s Retreat at Ananda Dhiira brought together 15 women for a weekend of yoga, meditation, and empowering workshops. Sessions on confidence, self-defense, resilience, and fermentation fostered personal growth and unity. The retreat created a supportive, judgment-free space, leaving participants feeling uplifted and inspired.