“You must remember that if you do not help humanity, who else will come and take up the responsibility? It is you, you have to do everything. You are the torchbearers of human civilization. You are the pioneers of the human march and the vanguard of a new civilization.”
– Shirii Shirii Anandamurti, Caracas, Venezuela
During this transformative six-week training, you will immerse yourself in the depths of the yoga philosophy and ideology of Ananda Marga through spiritual practices such as Sadhana (meditation), Kiirtan, Kaoshiki and more.
Designed for those who wish to explore and deepen their understanding of yoga beyond the physical, this training will help you improve your self-knowledge, build a sense of community and develop your spiritual growth.
By the end of these two months, you will have built a solid foundation for your spiritual practice and a deeper understanding of the philosophy, and you will be equipped with practical tools to help you stay connected with the divine.
If you have taken part in this training before, we invite you to live this wonderful experience again and fill yourself with the great vibration and all the knowledge this training will share with you.
Join us and discover in this transformative experience how to nourish your body, mind and spirit!
This program is designed for those who want to deepen their self-knowledge, and also for those who want to work more actively within the Ananda Marga organization. That is why we have developed this training in two stages.
The first is open to all brothers who want to take part, and consists of a series of classes and activities that will help you on your spiritual path and personal development.
The second, held during the last two weeks of the training, is for all brothers who want to work actively in the service of the organization as an LFT. It consists of a series of special trainings that will help you discover your calling to serve humanity.
this program is especially designed for:
After this program, you will gain the following:
For those who don’t know the term, LFT stands for Local Full-Timer.
Baba has said clearly that there are only two ways for margiis to dedicate their lives to universal service. One is as a family person, dividing their time between their small family and the universal family. The other is as a WT (Wholetime Worker), renouncing possessions and the small family to spend their whole life serving the universal family.
So where do LFTs fit in? While choosing which of the two ways to dedicate your life to, you can work as an LFT.
The dynamism of our service work depends on the sincerity and effectiveness of our LFTs, and ultimately LFTs play the most important role in making the mission succeed.
“You may not be able to do this right away if you have other commitments; we can work out what works for you. For young people, a year focused on your spiritual practice and serving others is a good time to reflect on what you want to do with your life and get clear on your future direction. At the end of the year you can review your options and continue for a while (I was an LFT for more than 3 years!), go back to your previous life with a new perspective, or for some, it can be a stepping stone to becoming a Dada or Didi.”
– Dada Krpasundarananda
“A great experience. Every day was special for my spiritual progress and helped me keep up my sadhana.”
– Ranendra (LFT), Hidalgo
“It was an enriching experience, a turning point in my life. It helped me become a new person. I recommend it to everyone who is ready for a change in their life.”
– Jyotish (LFT), Mexico City
If you feel it and it is possible for you, also consider offering this program as a gift to someone who needs it. Doing good for someone we love is an excellent way to elevate consciousness and bring well-being to our own being.
Ananda Madhumaya is a beautiful retreat center and future Master Unit of Ananda Marga.
The project started in 2014 with a small plot that had a large hall (a ceramics workshop) and a house at the top. It had been abandoned for several years. Since then we have worked on renovations, acquiring nearby properties, building and landscaping to create a beautiful setting.
Even though it is still a work in progress, Ananda Madhumaya already serves as a place with a vibrant community that strives to be as self-sufficient as possible and inspires members of Ananda Marga as well as the local community. Service programs are also an integral part of this vision.
Our facilities include an outdoor dining area, an equipped kitchen, a fire pit, a meditation hall, a laundry area and parking for 8 vehicles. Wi-Fi is also available.
What is included
Not included
Optional (at an extra fee)
For any questions regarding the program, finances or other, please do not hesitate to contact us.
73 73 74 3122 (you can ask for Dada Krpa)
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Though the programs we organise also serve a social function, their main purpose is spiritual. To keep the right vibration in our space, keep our minds elevated and avoid distracting others (intentionally or not), we ask you to dress modestly and to try to behave in a dignified way. That includes refraining from talking and laughing loudly.
Although this program is for men only, to maintain sanctity please cover your shoulders and stomach (no tank tops or going shirtless), wear trousers that cover below the knees, and avoid tight clothing. We also ask you not to wear perfume or cologne, as they are not relevant to this program and, even when worn with pure thoughts, they can distract others. Perfumes in particular can give others headaches and disturb pranayama (breathing technique). Therefore, perfume is not allowed during the program.
Remember that this is our jagrtii (ashram/temple), and although romance and courtship are a natural part of life, this is not the time or place to express them. Please treat everyone as your own brothers and sisters.
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