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The Expanding Light Retreat

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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 City, 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 ... read more

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13930 Expanding Light Drive, Nevada City, CA, 95959, United States

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Mon9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sat9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sun9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Deidra Potter-Snider 
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6 years ago

Absolutely loved our stay! We learned so much and met some amazing people. I was able to gain insight into myself and found strength to begin working on the parts of me I wanted to change. So grateful for Mantradevi (I hope I spelled her name properly) as she was a real beacon of positive and radiant light! A true kindred spirit! Thanks to all the staff and members who made this such a positive and uplifting experience! 

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Ronald David Souza 
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6 years ago

Received mental, physical and spiritual renewal in an environment of high vibration nurturing. Ron, Reiki Master, 30 yr Buddhist Practioner. 

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Janice Hofmann 
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6 years ago

Every visit is a wonderful experience 

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Leon Orgel 
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6 years ago

A wonderful place to visit. 

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Gary L Fry 
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6 years ago

What a beautiful place and experience!!! I just returned from Visiting during Spiritual Renewal Week. I cannot express in words how much I recommend the Expanding Light Retreat. If you want to recharge both spiritually and physically this is the ideal place. Yoga and Meditation sessions are spectacular, every session I walked away feeling energized and spiritually charged. The food was AWESOME and the staff makes you feel like part of the family. It honestly felt like It was a reunion of friends getting back together. ... read more

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Kara Goodwin 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

I recently returned from visiting The Expanding Light Retreat during Spiritual Renewal Week. I highly recommend visiting to immerse yourself in the high vibrations of this incredible place. I have come away feeling deeply invigorated with divine energy and inspiration. It was truly a gift for my soul to experience. 

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Betsy Biber 
6 years ago

I love this place! I would like to make at least a yearly visit here to refresh my heart and soul and to continue to deepen my connection to the divine. The staff are warm and nurturing, the classes are wonderful, the environment is lovely, the food is fantastic. I enjoyed and ben from my treatments at the Center for Radiant Health on campus. where one can get a wonderful massage, Bach flower consultation, body adjustment, etc. It's a great resource. As a side note, they are also located close to my favorite river for swi... read more

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Emily Montan 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

My yoga teacher and I loved the grounds and staff. The Sadhana practice can be improved but the vibe of the village is very fulfilling. Come even for a day trip. I would live there but it is not my brand of spirituality. Breath!!!! 

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Gina Alvarez 
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6 years ago

Life changing. Highly recommend. Excellent and enjoyable way to learn how to meditate and spiritualize your life. 

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How is The Expanding Light Retreat rated?

The Expanding Light Retreat has a 4.9 star rating with 186 reviews. 

When is The Expanding Light Retreat open?

The Expanding Light Retreat is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.