The Ananda Course in Self-realization is based on the original teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda (1893-1952), author of the spiritual classic, "Autobiography of a Yogi." Yogananda's direct disciple, Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters), founder of Ananda Yoga for higher awareness, author of more than 100 books, founder of the Ananda Communities, and one of the world's leading authorities on yoga, meditation, and superconscious living, created the Ananda Course in 1968. Today, thousands of students throughout the world continue to practice the life-changing teachings of yoga originating from this Course.

Course components include two handy lay-flat manuals-Lessons in Meditation ($24.95), which includes step-by-step instruction and routines for meditation and energization exercises as well as two instructional audio tapes or CDs-and The Art & Science of Raja Yoga ($24.95), a 450-page lay-flat book complete with photos and instruction for yoga postures, yoga philosophy, meditation, breathing, healing techniques, diet, and recipes. It also includes an instructional CD with three tracks: "Meditation: The Great Problem Solver," a guided yoga posture routine, and a guided meditation.

Order Parts One and Two at the same time and receive an additional CD: Metaphysical Meditations. Swami Kriyananda's soothing voice leads you in thirteen guided meditations based on the soul-inspiring, mystical poetry of Paramhansa Yogananda, accompanied by beautiful classical music!

Part I of Ananda Course in Self-Realization: Lessons in Meditation

Learn the Basic techniques of meditation through clear, step-by-step instructions. Experience the importance of the breath/mind connection and the power of the focused mind. Learn also Paramhansa Yogananda's Energization Exercises , a unique system of exercises for controlling and increasing your energy level and overcoming fatigue.
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Part II of Ananda Course in Self-Realization: The Art and Science of Raja Yoga

In The Art and Science of Raja Yoga (formerly 14 Steps to Perfect Joy), the original yoga science emerges in all of its glory-a proven system for realizing one's spiritual destiny. This is the most comprehensive course on yoga and meditation offered today, giving the yoga student a profound and intimate understanding of how to apply these age-old teachings, on a practical, as well as spiritual, day-to-day level in this modern age.
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Ananda Course Companion Tapes
The Ananda Course audio companion tape set is a vast treasure trove of spiritual teachings. All fourteen tapes are taken from classes given by Swami Kriyananda on virtually every subject of the spiritual path. It directly corresponds with each step in The Art and Science of Raja Yoga, Part II, of the Ananda Course in Self-Realization. Each talk contains profound teachings and clearly described techniques, with many enjoyable stories. Whether you listen to them in conjunction with the study of The Art and Science of Raja Yoga, or on their own, you will find these talks an invaluable aid in deepening your understanding of the spiritual path.

Learn a simple meditation technique
A simple technique you can learn in fifteen minutes and practice anywhere!

Watch "Meditation For Starters" video
with Swami Kriyananda. This video is ideal for beginning meditators, and for those wishing to deepen their practice. Includes guided visualizaion, accompanied by beautiful music composition written by Kriyananda.

Energization Exercises of Paramhansa Yogananda
Resources for learning the Energization Exercises include booklet, video, cassette tape, and more. These exercises stand alone as a powerful tool for enabling one to have more energy, joy, and physical well-being.