Become a Catalyst for Change
in the World
Get trained, become an acharya and change the world
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Do you feel like your life is meant for something more… but you don’t know what that is?
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Are you tired of chasing success, money, or status — but still feel empty inside?
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Are you longing to find your mission, to know why you’re here and how to truly serve — but don’t know where to start?
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Do you feel like no one around you understands what you’re
searching for?
searching for?
Is your heart asking for something more?
At Yoga Monastery, we offer
A clear spiritual path
Life-changing practices and tools
to awaken your inner strength
to awaken your inner strength
A global community to support your journey of transforming yourself — and the world.
A visionary philosophy of life
Elevate Your Existence
From Seeker
to Leader
to Leader
Transform yourself into a powerful spiritual leader
Strength to Change the World
Awaken the inner force that drives transformation
A Life of Meaning
Discover your purpose
Global Community
Join a worldwide family of changemakers who walk the path with you
What’s Yoga Monastery?
A place in Ydrefors, Sweden, where monks & nuns have been training since 1976, helping people from all over the world to learn real spiritual practices and principles of harmonious life
More than 600 monks and nuns have completed our training
Elevate Your Existence
They serve in almost every country in the world.
Our goal is to help everyone to realize and solve their problems in all spheres of life.
They teach people spiritual practices
Open schools, hospitals, orphanages, nursing homes, health centres
Teach the philosophy of harmonious living
Our Movement
We are united by a movement called Ananda Marga or the Path of Bliss. It is a socio-spiritual movement founded in 1955 by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti.
Its motto is “For Self-Realization and Service to All”
Its motto is “For Self-Realization and Service to All”
Our Mission
Many of us feel a quiet call — a whisper from within — that life is meant for something more than work, consumption, and survival. We are dreamers, idealists…
It is a lifelong journey, the path from the beginning to the end of the final training can take from 3 to 6 years, depending on your readiness
Monk’s Path
Intro Training Completed
You begin with an Introductory Training to explore the path. By the way, the next Introductory Training will be held on September 1–8 on the territory of our monastery.
Spiritual Practices Integrated
You start applying and teaching powerful daily Tantric practices based on a scientific approach.
Acharya Path Begins
You enter the main Acharya training — a deep journey of transformation. You receive the tools and energy to help build a better world.
Graduate as a Leader
You are sent to a place where your help is needed — anywhere in the world. Your mission is to support people physically, mentally, and spiritually, helping them grow and find happiness.
It is a lifelong journey, the path from the beginning to the end of the final training can take from 3 to 6 years, depending on your readiness
Monk’s Path
Intro Training Completed
You begin with an Introductory Training to explore the path. By the way, the next Introductory Training will be held on September 1–8 on the territory of our monastery.
Spiritual Practices Integrated
You start applying and teaching powerful daily Tantric practices based on a scientific approach.
Acharya Path Begins
You enter the main Acharya training — a deep journey of transformation. You receive the tools and energy to help build a better world.
Graduate as a Leader
You are sent to a place where your help is needed — anywhere in the world. Your mission is to support people physically, mentally, and spiritually, helping them grow and find happiness.
Listen to those who are already on this path
This path is not easy, full of obstacles and difficulties, we have big challenges and a great mission in front of us. At the same time, it is a path full of love, happiness and bliss that you will feel as you move through it.
What Kind of People we Need
We are looking for strong-minded people who are not afraid of difficulties and obstacles.
People who are not afraid to suffer, people who are willing to sacrifice a lot for the well-being of others. It is a path for extraordinary and enduring individuals who are ready to take responsibility for this world and develop it
Basic Requirements
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Single or divorced, but not currently in a romantic relationship
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In good physical and mental health. A medical examination will be required for you to enter the program
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Free of family and other obligations
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You must have no debt or financial ties
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Between the ages of 18 and 30
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Commitment to study, practice, and serve
Imagine What Your Life Will be Like
You’ve found your purpose and you realize what you have to give to the world
You have found the way to an infinite source of inspiration within yourself
You have gotten the practical tools that will transform you into a great personality
You have the knowledge, power and energy to do good things and make a difference
You have a community to support you around the world
Frequently Asked Questions
Many people think monkhood means abandoning everything, but there are different levels of commitment. Our program helps you explore the path at your own pace
Yes. Our program allows you to experience monastic principles without any permanent obligations
The practice is spiritual, not religious. People from all backgrounds are welcome — we focus on universal values
No problem! The program is designed for both beginners and experienced seekers. You’ll be guided step by step
Never. This is not about religion — it’s about inner transformation through meditation, discipline, and ancient wisdom. People of all backgrounds are welcome.
Yes — this particular program takes place in a traditional yoga monastery for men. However, women who are sincerely interested in this path are warmly welcome to explore similar retreats and monastic programs designed specifically for women in other locations. We’re happy to recommend trusted options.
Start a New Chapter of Your Life
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Leave an Application
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Get an Interview
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Prepare foor Intro Training
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Complete the Intro Training
Upon completion of these steps, you will be considered for further Continuing Education
Your Next Steps
Introductory training for those who want to try monastic life.
Sweden, Ydrefors, Yoga Monastery
September 1-8
Manifest
Many of us feel a quiet call — a whisper from within — that life is meant for something more than work, consumption, and survival.
We are dreamers, idealists, inner revolutionaries — those who cannot accept a world built on fear, division, and exploitation.
We want to do something great, to bring change that will make the world a better place.
Ananda Marga is a spiritual path for those who feel this call. Through deep inner work, spiritual practices, self-discipline, and service, we awaken our inner power, discover our purpose, and take a step toward our true potential.
Together we are building a new world — a world:
- where we all meditate — to find peace inside us; to realize our true Self; to feel the Oneness of all; to discover “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?”;
- where all human beings eat sentient food — food that doesn’t come from the suffering of other living beings; food that is beneficial for both body and mind, helps us stay healthy, and supports our path toward Supreme Consciousness;
- where the basic needs of life — food, shelter, clothing, education, and medical care — are guaranteed to all, without exception;
- where we live as one family — all human beings as brothers and sisters of the same (Cosmic) Father and Mother, in harmony with our cousins animals and plants, and with the inanimate world
- where no one is exploited, and no one is left behind;
- where everyone is empowered to reach their full potential and share their unique light with the world;
- where we all enjoy bliss — infinite happiness — as our natural state;
- where everyone lives a meaningful life
- where we all find our purpose, our call; where we all follow our heart;
- without dogma — in a world where minds are free;
- without borders, without divisions, without barriers — a united humanity.
This world is based on true spirituality — not religion, not belief, but the act of turning inward: closing your eyes and connecting with your deepest Self to realize the One, Infinite, Blissful Consciousness.
Then, by turning outward, seeing the Many as a manifestation of that One — and serving and loving all beings selflessly.
This is spirituality: self-realization and service to all.
We believe that this new world is not a utopia — it is possible.
And more than that: we already have everything we need to build it.
We have a philosophy rooted in universal truth, a clear path of spiritual practice that transforms and empowers, and above all — a living connection with our Supreme Guide, the Cosmic Father, who lovingly leads us from within.
This is the world we are building.
A world that begins within.
A world worth living — and giving — our whole hearts to.
And the path is already here.
The call is real.
The time is now.
When will you be ready?
Start a New Chapter of Your Life
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