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  • January 2026

  • Jan 9
    January 9 – January 11

    Take Charge of Your Happiness

    With Nayaswami Krishna Das and Peter Kretzmann
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Unlock lasting joy and inner peace in January! This retreat blends scientific insight and spiritual wisdom to help you distinguish true happiness, transform limiting attitudes, and cultivate cheerful, grounded positivity. Embrace tools to master your destiny and shine from within.

    Jan 15
    January 15 – January 18

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Nayaswami Anandi
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit. Our meditation gardens and wild forest setting provide the perfect backdrop for you to go deep into silence and re-connect with your true reality.

    Jan 29
    January 29 – February 1

    Essential Attitudes for Success on the Spiritual Path

    With Asha Nayaswami
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Join Asha Nayaswami for a transformative retreat on courage, joy & clarity. Discover the attitudes for true spiritual success.

  • February 2026

  • Group of friends sharing conversation and smiles at an outdoor table surrounded by nature.
    Feb 6
    February 6 – February 8

    First Timers’ Retreat

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke and Sambhava Kirsch-Burke
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    New to retreats? Enjoy a perfect mix of yoga, meditation, inspiration, and relaxation—all in a supportive and joyful setting.

    Feb 15
    Featured February 15 – February 22

    Inner Renewal Retreat

    With Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi
    The Expanding Light Retreat & Seclusion Retreat

    We invite everyone from all corners of the world to attend this powerful event led by Ananda’s Spiritual Directors Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi from the Temple of Light at Ananda Village.

    Feb 27
    February 27 – March 1

    Reclaim Your Inner Balance

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke and Darshana Moore
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Step out of overwhelm and return to inner harmony. Through breathwork, meditation, and sacred movement, rediscover clarity, vitality, and deep spiritual renewal.

    Feb 27
    February 27 – March 2

    Kickstart Your Meditation Practice

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke and Darshana Moore
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Begin your meditation journey with expert guidance in a peaceful, natural setting. Learn practical tools to quiet the mind, open the heart, and build a joyful daily practice that lasts.

  • March 2026

  • Mar 6
    March 6 – March 8

    The Chakras: Practical Spiritual Tools for Self-Realization

    With Nayaswami Krishna Das and Peter Kretzmann
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Activate your inner power and bring harmony to body, mind, and spirit. Explore the chakras as a roadmap to clarity, energy, and spiritual awakening.

    Mar 20
    March 20 – March 22

    Hearts in Harmony: A Retreat for Couples

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
    Online only

    Reignite love and deepen your spiritual bond. Through meditation, yoga, and heart-centered practices, rediscover harmony, joy, and sacred connection—together.

    Mar 27
    March 27 – March 29

    Keeping Your Aura Strong

    Strengthen Your Energy and Spiritual Magnetism

    With Nayaswami Krishna Das and Nayaswami Sagar
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Recharge your life-force and fortify your inner light. Learn practical tools to cleanse, protect, and energize your aura—awakening strength, clarity, and radiant peace.

  • April 2026

  • Apr 10
    April 10 – April 12

    Yoga Self-Care Retreat for Body, Mind & Spirit

    With Gayatri Kretzmann and Meerabai Jackson
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Slow down and nourish body, mind, and spirit through gentle yoga, meditation, and restorative self-care—plus a soul-lifting visit to the Crystal Hermitage tulip gardens.

    Apr 16
    April 16 – April 19

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Nayaswami Anandi
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    With gentle guidance and support, you will be led through this silent retreat. It is an ideal experience whether you are new to silent retreats or already familiar with the practice of silence and seeking a refresher.

  • May 2026

  • May 1
    May 1 – May 3

    Women’s Retreat

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Nayaswami Roma
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    A nourishing women’s retreat of silence, yoga, and meditation. Rest deeply, reconnect with inner wisdom, and experience healing sisterhood in nature.

    May 8
    May 8 – May 10

    Yoga Retreat: A Mother’s Day Special

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke and Hanna Page
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    A soulful weekend of yoga, meditation, and joyful connection. Reconnect and renew with your mom or a special friend.

    May 21
    May 21 – May 24

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Nayaswami Anandi
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    With gentle guidance and support, you will be led through this silent retreat. It is an ideal experience whether you are new to silent retreats or already familiar with the practice of silence and seeking a refresher.

    Group of friends sharing conversation and smiles at an outdoor table surrounded by nature.
    May 22
    May 22 – May 24

    First Timers’ Retreat

    With Nayaswami Krishna Das and Nayaswami Mantradevi
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    New to retreats? Enjoy a perfect mix of yoga, meditation, inspiration, and relaxation—all in a supportive and joyful setting.

  • June 2026

  • Jun 12
    June 12 – June 14

    Kickstart Your Meditation Practice

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke and Darshana Moore
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Begin your meditation journey with expert guidance in a peaceful, natural setting. Learn practical tools to quiet the mind, open the heart, and build a joyful daily practice that lasts.

    Jun 21
    Featured June 21 – June 28

    Carrying Forward Paramhansa Yogananda’s Mission

    Swami Kriyananda's Centennial Celebration

    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Join us for a historic, once-in-a-lifetime celebration honoring the 100th birthday of Swami Kriyananda and the living legacy of Paramhansa Yogananda. Experience the joy of spiritual community with devotees from around the world during this celebratory event.

  • July 2026

  • Group of friends sharing conversation and smiles at an outdoor table surrounded by nature.
    Jul 3
    July 3 – July 5

    First Timers’ Retreat

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke and Sambhava Kirsch-Burke
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    New to retreats? Enjoy a perfect mix of yoga, meditation, inspiration, and relaxation—all in a supportive and joyful setting.

    Jul 3
    July 3 – July 5

    Yoga Retreat: Energize Your Summer

    With Hanna Page and Shahla Simpler
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Refresh your body and spirit with a summer yoga getaway filled with energizing practices, meditation, joyful connection, and time to relax, recharge, and play.

    Jul 30
    July 30 – August 2

    Yoga Sutras: Demystifying Patanjali

    With Nayaswami Sagar
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Discover the timeless wisdom of the Yoga Sutras. Through reflection, meditation, and practical application, experience yoga as a living path to clarity, peace, and oneness.

  • August 2026

  • Aug 6
    August 6 – August 9

    Taking Kriya for the First Time

    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    This 3-day program brings together all of the elements that will give new Kriya initiates a strong foundation to get the best results from the Kriya technique they’ll be learning on the weekend.

    Aug 7
    August 7 – August 9

    Take Charge of Your Happiness

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Unlock lasting joy and inner peace in January! This retreat blends scientific insight and spiritual wisdom to help you distinguish true happiness, transform limiting attitudes, and cultivate cheerful, grounded positivity. Embrace tools to master your destiny and shine from within.

    Aug 13
    August 13 – August 16

    Supported Silent Retreat

    With Nayaswami Anandi
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    With gentle guidance and support, you will be led through this silent retreat. It is an ideal experience whether you are new to silent retreats or already familiar with the practice of silence and seeking a refresher.

    Aug 27
    August 27 – August 30

    Bhagavad Gita

    With Nayaswami Narayan and Nayaswami Sagar
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Discover the Bhagavad Gita as a practical guide for modern life. Through story, discussion, music, and meditation, unlock timeless wisdom for spiritual growth and inner strength.

  • September 2026

  • Group of friends sharing conversation and smiles at an outdoor table surrounded by nature.
    Sep 4
    September 4 – September 6

    First Timers’ Retreat

    With Nandadevi Traymar and Sundara Traymar
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    New to retreats? Enjoy a perfect mix of yoga, meditation, inspiration, and relaxation—all in a supportive and joyful setting.

    Sep 4
    September 4 – September 6

    Kickstart Your Meditation Practice

    With Anjali Kirsch-Burke, Darshana Moore and Sambhava Kirsch-Burke
    The Expanding Light Retreat 13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, United States

    Begin your meditation journey with expert guidance in a peaceful, natural setting. Learn practical tools to quiet the mind, open the heart, and build a joyful daily practice that lasts.

    Sep 4
    September 4 – September 6

    Awakening the Heart’s Love

    With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
    The Seclusion Retreat 18443 MacNab Cypress Road, Nevada City, CA, United States

    The heart is the pivotal center of your spiritual life. In this retreat, discover the difference between feeling and emotion, learn to cultivate devotion, and practice Yogananda's meditation techniques to open your heart toward real love and lasting joy.

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The Expanding Light Retreat
13930 Expanding Light Drive
Nevada City, CA 95959

The Seclusion Retreat
18443 MacNab Cypress Road
Nevada City, CA 95959

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