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Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to browse the extensive library of Amrita Virtual Academy's courses and retreats. Take as many as you want, whenever you want.
All part of the Amrita Virtual Academy Membership!
Features of Membership
An Exclusive, Growing Library of:
...on-demand retreats and guided spiritual practices
...courses in music and the arts, sacred languages, scriptures, cooking, gardening & wellness
...satsangs
...guided practices
...regular live sessions
...movies
...and more!
Access 80+ offerings across 9+ different categories, all-included once you join the membership.
Amrita Gita Course Included!
Full Freedom!
Pick and choose. Browse freely and take any course or retreat you like. Explore, mix and match. Customize your own learning experience. There is plenty to learn and benefit from, with something for everyone...
Each course and retreat at Amrita Virtual Academy is a special gem made with love and dedication by volunteers. All proceeds go towards Embracing the World, Amma's global network of charitable activities.
Our content is continually inspired by Amma (Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi)—her universal spiritual teachings, message of unconditional love and life of selfless service to humanity and Mother Nature.
Learn, Grow & Evolve
With our diverse and ever growing library of content, you can...
Stay connected with Amma, Amritapuri and a global spiritual family
Inspire your morning with guided spiritual practices
Uplift your day with engaging courses based on Amma's teachings
Elevate your evening with vibrant spiritual content
Awaken values through the arts
Develop with consistent, regular practice
"Amrita Virtual Academy helps people develop in many ways, including closer towards the Divine. The new membership is like a treasure chest of gems. It's a real lifeline, helping me to stay connected and uplifted."
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Amrita Virtual Academy
Courses & Retreats Included:
Knowledge of the Truth: An Introduction to Vedanta
Value: $165.00 Included!
In a series of talks, Br. Sachinmayamrita Chaitanya will cover the entirety of the Vedānta primer Tattvabodha, incorporating aspects of Amma’s teachings and life into the classes. Includes live Q&As. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Awakening Motherhood
Value: $54.00 Included!
Universal Motherhood rests on a framework of love. This collection of carefully selected material from our library can help us dive deep and water the seeds of universal love present in everyone.
Amrita Gita: You Are the Essence of OM...
Value: $216.00 Included!
''Omkara Divya Porule'' is said to be a living scripture—the Amrita Gita. It is the essence of Amma’s teachings delivered to us in their pure form through verse. Dive deep into these teachings with Amma's senior disciples. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Earth Day Retreat: The Five Mothers. Releases April 20, 2025
Value: $54.00 Included!
One-day online retreat reflecting on our sacred connection with the Five Mothers of Sanatana Dharma: Mother Earth, Mother Cow, Mother Vedas, Birth Mother and Motherland. Led by Amma's disciples. Part of the AVA Membership.
Satsang Library
Value: $216.00 Included!
Browse all your favorite Amrita Virtual Academy satsangs in one place, sorted by topics such as: music, nature, spiritual living, cooking, festivals and deities, and more! Part of the AVA Membership.
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Guided Practices
Value: $216.00 Included!
Support your practice. Browse the Amrita Virtual Academy library of guided practices, sorted by topics such as: Amrita Yoga, archana, bhajans, meditation, reflection, Vedic chanting, walking meditation and more! Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: The Importance of Surrender in Spiritual Life
Value: $30.00 Included!
This on-demand retreat, led by Br. Madhavamrita Chaitanya, will help us to understand the importance of surrender in the spiritual life. This retreat is part of the Amrita Virtual Academy Membership.
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Learn to Surrender and Be Fearless
Value: $54.00 Included!
A 2-day retreat reflecting on surrender & becoming fearless, led by Swami Amritswarupananda Puri, Amma's most senior disciple. Special panel, devotional singing & dance, guided meditation, yoga, cooking & more. On-demand. Part of the AVA Membership.
Mantra Japa Level 1. ENGLISH
Value: $25.00 Included!
In this one-day retreat, Swami Atmananda Puri guides us into a deeper practice, experience and understanding of our mantra japa sadhana. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Library of Amma Movies
Value: $153.00 Included!
Stream and enjoy Amma movies anytime, anywhere! Includes Amma's dance, rare vintage footage, Q&A with Amma, spiritual talks, bhajans & more! Part of the AVA Membership.
Kaimani Level 1: Art of Handbells
Value: $125.00 Included!
Kaimani (hand cymbals) is a foundational rhythm instrument for bhajans and devotional music in India. This course provides the fundamentals to enter the world of Indian rhythm structures. Recommended duration: 8 weeks. Part of the AVA Membership.
Five Deep Stretching Routines: Full Body Care
Value: $108.00 Included!
Learn five powerful deep stretching routines to support your entire body: Releasing the lower back — Lengthening the spine — Melting joint blockages in the upper body — Head, neck and hip connections — Full body stretch. Part of the AVA Membership.
Harmonium: Level 1 - Ragas for Bhajans
Value: $150.00 Included!
Learn the basics of playing harmonium or keyboard for bhajans. Immerse yourself in four frequently used ragas (melodic frameworks) through four bhajans. Mastering these main ragas will enable you to play numerous bhajans! Part of the AVA Membership.
Communicate with Amma: Part 1
Value: $130.00 Included!
Malayalam is Amma’s native language, spoken in Kerala, India. Join us on a journey to learn Malayalam with a focus on speaking to Amma about various topics relevant to your daily life—the communicative approach. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Amrita Prasadam: Art of Indian Cooking
Value: $165.00 / year Included!
Authentic Indian cooking with Chef Vaju's delicious & healthy North & South Indian recipes. Includes satsang from Amma's swamis on India's festivals & spiritual traditions. 54+ recipes | 18+ hours of video. Part of the AVA Membership.
Amrita Gita 2: You Are the Essence of OM. Coming in 2025
Value: $216.00 Included!
"Omkara Divya Porule" is said to be a living scripture—the Amrita Gita. Dive deep into the essence of Amma’s teachings, delivered in their pure form through verse, with Amma's senior disciples. Includes regular live Q&As. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Love is the Answer
Value: $54.00 Included!
A two-day retreat reflecting on divine love, led by Swami Amritswarupananda Puri, Amma's most senior disciple. Special panel discussion, devotional singing, art, Amrita Yoga, gardening, Q&A and more. On-demand. Part of the AVA Membership.
Soul of the Soil
Value: $165.00 Included!
Soil is a living, breathing ecosystem, full of diversity & beauty. Many conventional agricultural practices have slowly degraded our life-giving soil. It's up to us to regenerate Nature and undo the harm that's been done. Part of the AVA Membership.
Mindful Movement
Value: $54.00 Included!
Attune mind and body with awareness and love. This series with Neelima explores gentle movement to energize and strengthen the body and calm the mind. It is rooted in the ancient holistic practice Qigong. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Myofascial: Global Stretch
Value: $10.00 Included!
By gently and slowly stretching the deep connective tissue of the body, you may improve your posture, sense of well-being and feelings of deep connection. The global stretch is a holistic Myofascial Stretching practice. Part of the AVA Membership.
Ganjira Follow Alongs - Guided Practice and Q&A. Replay Library
Value: $165.00 Included!
Play ganjira together during follow-along sessions for Om Namah Shivaya, Nandana Yadu Nandana and Amritamayi Anandamayi with Br. Vipin. If you don't have a Ganjira, drum on a table or clap! Open to all experience levels. Part of the AVA Membership.
Tabla - Guided Practice and Q&A
Value: $180.00 Included!
Join Br. Harikesh for some guided practice and Q&A. Get your tabla ready for some interactive playing! If you don't have a tabla, you can just drum on a table, and follow along. Open to all levels of experience. Part of the AVA Membership.
Amrita Upcycle: Tote Bag Making
Value: $18.00 Included!
What can we do to reduce the burden of plastic waste? Upcycle! Make fabulous and fun tote bags, giving those plastic packages a long new life. Join Meenamba in the joy of creating and make a difference for the Earth. Part of the AVA Membership.
Devotional Gardening
Value: $144.00 Included!
Harmony with Nature, organic homegrown food, and Amma’s teachings in the garden… we love it all! Join us for an 8-week journey of practical knowledge, satsang and meditation that will up your game in the garden. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: Outwitting the Planets
Value: $30.00 Included!
Join Brahmachari Yoga Chaitanya as we dive deep into the topic of how the planets affect us and what we can do about it. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: Finding Our Purpose
Value: $30.00 Included!
The day-long retreat, led by Br. Madhavamrita Chaitanya, will help us to discover our true purpose! Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: Regaining our Innocence
Value: $30.00 Included!
The day-long retreat, led by Br. Madhavamrita Chaitanya, will help us in the process of rediscovering our innocence. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Sing From Your Heart: Learn to Sing Bhajans
Value: $60.00 Included!
Just like nature, we all have music in us. Listen to the chirping of birds, buzzing of bees and swaying of trees. Let’s explore our own song together through the bhajans "Amritamayi Anandamayi" and "Jai Radha Madhava". Part of the AVA Membership.
Sacred Singing: Learn "Dona Nobis Pacem" with Tanmayi
Value: $15.00 Included!
Learn the sacred peace hymn, “Dona Nobis Pacem”- Latin equivalent of "Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu" - with vocal artist Tanmayi, Amma Center Netherlands. Includes guided vocal exercises, harmony, sheet music & more! Part of the AVA Membership.
Devotional Singing: Level 1 - Vocals for Bhajans
Value: $125.00 Included!
Immerse in the joys of devotional music with in-depth instruction on how to sing several of Amma’s bhajans. Includes basic vocal training and some background in Indian classical music. Part of the AVA Membership.
Holiday Reunion: One World, One Family
Value: $108.00 Included!
Four weeks of service, celebration, world harmony & self-reflection—with something for everyone! Each week has an inspiring theme related to the holiday season and New Year. Bring the joy of Amma's presence into your home. Part of the AVA Membership.
Eco-Gift Making: Upcycled Angels & Misting Sprays
Value: $30.00 Included!
Upcycle and move towards a zero-waste holiday with gifts made and wrapped in recycled materials, guided by Meenamba with Amrita Upcycle & the Amritapuri Ecology Center.
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Stay Healthy! Acupressure for Digestion and the Immune System
Value: $15.00 Included!
Meridians (energy pathways) flow through the body, governing our organs, emotions & overall health. Learn about this ancient science & practical, important tips to keep your digestion healthy & immune system boosted. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Earth Day Retreat: Nurture Mother Nature, Nurture Yourself (2023)
Value: $108.00 Included!
A self-paced retreat reflecting on our sacred connection with Mother Earth, led by seven of Amma's disciples, AVA instructors and special guests. Enjoy as a two-day retreat or take sessions individually. Part of the AVA Membership.
Ganjira Level 1: The Headed Tambourine
Value: $145.00 Included!
This introductory course teaches the basics of the fiberglass ganjira: the frame-drum style tambourine. This percussive instrument is lightweight, inexpensive & great for bhajan groups. Suggested length: 6 weeks of study. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Harmonium Follow Alongs - Guided Practice and Q&A. Replay Library
Value: $108.00 Included!
Join Sridevi and play together during these follow-along sessions. Practice Guru Charanam, Om Namah Shivaya, Hari Bol, He Amba and learn about harmonium technique. Open to all experience levels. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Kaimani Follow Alongs - Guided Practice and Q&A. Replay Library
Value: $144.00 Included!
Join Kaimani instructor, Lalitha, & play together. If you don't have a Kaimani, simply clap and follow along. Open to all levels of experience. Includes Om Namah Shivaya, Ek Din Kalima, Maheshwari Raja Rajeshwari & more! Part of the AVA Membership.
7 Tips for Playing Bhajans in Live Groups (Free Workbook)
Value: Free Included!
Enjoy a free guide with tips for singing and playing bhajans during satsang.
Tabla: Level 1
Value: $175.00 Included!
Learn the basics of tabla and how to apply those skills for bhajans, such as playing in your satsang group! We will focus on learning the main beats: 4, 5, 6, 7 etc. Suggested study duration: 12 weeks. Part of the AVA Membership.
The Gita in a Day Retreat: Chapter 2
Value: $20.00 Included!
This is the first in a series of retreats by Swami Atmananda Puri that will cover the essence of the Bhagavad Gītā one chapter at a time starting with the second chapter. Part of the AVA Membership.
The Gita in a Day Retreat: Chapter 3
Value: $20.00 Included!
This is the second in a series of retreats by Swami Atmananda Puri that will cover the essence of the Bhagavad Gītā one chapter at a time. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Learn Malayalam through Devi Bhajan Lyrics
Value: $150.00 Included!
Dive into four of Amma’s Malayalam Devi bhajans. Learn & understand the lyrics with a focus on meaning, pronunciation & grammar. Includes cultural lessons & stories connected with Durga, Lakshmi, Saraswathi & Kali. Part of the AVA Membership.
Seed Saving
Value: $108.00 Included!
Learn fundamental principles & hands-on methods to save seeds from multiple crops. Level-up your gardening and take part in preserving the biodiversity of traditional varieties. Includes inspiring satsangs & meditations. Part of the AVA Membership.
Communicate with Amma: Part 2
Value: $108.00 Included!
Take your conversational Malayalam to the next level! Join us for the next set of topics to discuss with Amma: Love, Marriage, Family, Health and Devotion. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Learn Malayalam through Bhajan Lyrics
Value: $150.00 Included!
Dive into five of Amma’s Malayalam bhajans. Learn and understand the lyrics with a focus on meaning, pronunciation and grammar. Includes cultural lessons and stories connected with Amma, Ganesha, Shiva, Krishna and Devi. Part of the AVA Membership.
Devotional Art: Rangoli
Value: $15.00 Included!
Learn to make colorful Rangoli designs, a sacred artform for festivals in India, with Bri. Lakshmiprabha, Amritapuri. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Earth Day Retreat: You Are the Self-Effulgent Sun (2024)
Value: $54.00 Included!
One-day online retreat reflecting on our sacred connection with Mother Earth, led by Amma's disciples, AVA instructors and special guests. Enjoy as a one-day retreat or follow along individually at your own convenience. Part of the AVA Membership.
Self-Reflection & Goal Setting Retreat
Value: $25.00 Included!
Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Swami Dayamritananda Puri, Swami Shantamritananda Puri, and Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya lead an all-day pre-recorded virtual retreat, guiding us in self-reflection and goal setting. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: The Art of Prayer
Value: $30.00 Included!
This one-day on-demand, led by Jyotirup, helps us deepen our prayer practice. Includes satsang, meditation, guided journaling and a Q&A. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: Be Courageous
Value: $30.00 Included!
This on-demand one-day retreat is an immersion in spiritual teachings that uncover your ability to face life’s challenges with a courageous and equanimous mind. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: Obeying the Guru
Value: $30.00 Included!
On-demand retreat. Immerse in spiritual teachings that uncover the quality of obedience in the relationship with one's Guru. Part of the AVA Membership.
Walking the Path: Practice of Awareness
Value: $30.00 Included!
One-day sadhana retreat—an immersion in spiritual teachings to help deepen our awareness practice. Part of the AVA Membership.
Walking the Path: The Search for Happiness
Value: $30.00 Included!
This one-day sadhana retreat is an immersion in spiritual teachings that will help us in our search for happiness. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: The Significance of Patience, Perseverance & Enthusiasm
Value: $30.00 Included!
A seeker must have patience, perseverance, and enthusiasm. Together these qualities establish a foundation of love for the goal, helping to propel us forward on the path. 1-day retreat. Part of the AVA Membership.
Walking the Path: Taming the Unruly Mind
Value: $30.00 Included!
The mind often behaves like a wild horse, going where it likes, dragging us along. Often, the result is misery. How can we gain greater mastery over the unruly mind to usher peace & happiness into our lives? 1-day retreat. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Walking the Path: Understanding & Exploring Our Fears
Value: $30.00 Included!
One-day on-demand sadhana retreat—immerse in spiritual teachings that help us take strides towards becoming fearless. Part of the AVA Membership.
Grow As We Go
Value: $108.00 Included!
Learn how to plan, plant and grow vegetables through the growing season with guided lessons for each month of the process from March until September (planting through harvest). For beginner/intermediate gardeners. Part of the AVA Membership.
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Let's Grow Tulasi! Caring for the Sacred & Medicinal Tulasi Devi Plant
Value: $18.00 Included!
An inspiring and informative workshop covering all aspects of the growth and care of the sacred Tulasi plant. Focusing on growing Tulasi in temperate, non-native climates. Part of the AVA Membership.
Art of Natural Plant Dyeing
Value: $108.00 Included!
Welcome to the world of natural fabric dyeing! Take part in a series of classes from Amritapuri. Learn to dye with plants, roots, and flowers to make stunning and medicinal pieces out of cotton, wool, silk and more! Part of the AVA Membership.
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Ashta Sadhana Retreat: Eight Guided Spiritual Practices
Value: $25.00 Included!
In this on-demand pre-recorded retreat, Swami Atmananda Puri guides us through 8 of the powerful spiritual practices that Amma has blessed us with. Part of the AVA Membership.
Bhakti Retreat: Part 1
Value: $30.00 Included!
Part 1 of a 3-part series studying the Narada Bhakti Sutras. In this on-demand online retreat, Swami Atmananda Puri guides us into a deeper devotional practice and experience with satsang, meditation and Q&A. Part of the AVA Membership.
Bhakti Retreat: Part 2
Value: $30.00 Included!
Part 2 of a 3-part series studying the Narada Bhakti Sutras. In this two-day retreat, Swami Atmananda Puri guides us into a deeper devotional practice and experience with guided meditation, satsang and Q/A. On-demand. Part of the AVA Membership.
Bhakti Retreat: Part 3
Value: $30.00 Included!
Part 3 of a 3-part series studying the Narada Bhakti Sutras. In this 2-day retreat, Swami Atmananda Puri guides us into the deepest level of practice and experience of Devotion with guided meditation, satsang and Q/A. Part of the AVA Membership.
Gratitude Retreat
Value: $25.00 Included!
Swami Dayamritananda Puri, Swami Shantamritananda Puri, and Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya lead a 1-day on-demand retreat, guiding us to express gratitude for Amma in our lives as well as praying for world peace. Part of the AVA Membership.
Mantra Japa Level 1: Q&A Library. ENGLISH
Value: $25.00 Included!
All the recorded Q&A sessions from Swami Atmananda Puri on the Mantra Japa Level 1 retreat. Includes an index each question and the answer's timestamp. Part of the AVA Membership.
Mantra Japa Level 2. ENGLISH
Value: $50.00 Included!
In this two-day retreat, Swami Atmananda Puri will guide us into a deeper practice with our Mantra Japa Sadhana. This retreat is only for those who took Mantra Japa: Level 1. Part of the AVA Membership.
Natural Living: Health and Harmony!
Value: $18.00 Included!
Health & eco-topics: essential oils and making misting sprays, healthy cooking, cleansing, acupressure for digestion, & spiritual talks: approaching food as a spiritual practice & the meaning of the bhojan food prayer. Part of the AVA Membership.
Hanukkah Dance: The Festival of Lights
Value: $15.00 Included!
Learn about Hanukkah with a beautiful satsang from Jani. Take part in the festivities, as Amritapuri residents celebrate the Jewish “Festival of Lights” through traditional song and dance.
Indian Snacks
Value: $18.00 Included!
Learn to make Indian snacks (Chai, Samosa & Bhaji) with Amma’s European Tour chefs, Lavan & Sneha. Enjoy personal stories & delicious sweet prasad offerings: Kerala Payasam & North Indian Kheer with Lakshmi & Madhusmita, MA Center Chicago.
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Winter's Peace: A Collection of Holiday Offerings
Value: $54.00 Included!
Experience warmth and tranquility this holiday season with Winter's Peace, a collection of satsangs by Amma's senior disciples, relaxing meditation, yoga, Amritapuri Christmas cake, plays and Hanukkah celebrations. Part of the AVA Membership.
New Year Highlights
Value: $54.00 Included!
Enjoy a broad variety of New Year reflections. Join us in these inspiring satsangs, retreats and mini courses to start the New Year fresh and full of energy! Part of the AVA Membership.
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Celebrating Shivaratri
Value: $54.00 Included!
We invite you to enjoy any or all of these specially selected Shiva and Shivaratri related satsangs, guided practices, talks, recipes & bhajans to help you connect with Shiva celebrations! Shivaratri is Feb. 26 this year. Part of the AVA Membership.
Welcome to AVA! New Students Begin Here!
Value: Free Included!
Learn how to use our online platform to be successful in your online course or retreat!
Course Player Guide
Value: Free Included!
Learn how to use our online platform and be successful in your online course, workshop or retreat!
A Guide to Zoom
Value: Free Included!
Learn how to use Zoom! This free tutorial covers how to join a call and best practices to set up your camera and microphone.
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Retiro De Sádhana: ESPAÑOL. Mantra Japa Nivel 1
Value: $25.00 Included!
En este curso de un día Swami Atmananda Puri nos guiará para que podamos experimentar de una manera más profunda la Sadhana con nuestro mantra.
Retraite De Sadhana: FRANÇAIS. Mantra Japa Niveau 1
Value: $25.00 Included!
Durant cette retraite d’une journée, Swami Atmananda Puri vous guidera vers une pratique et une expérience approfondie de votre sadhana avec le mantra.
Ritiro Di Sadhana: ITALIANO. Mantra Japa Primo Livello
Value: $25.00 Included!
In questo corso di un giorno Swami Atmananda Puri ci guiderà in modo che possiamo sperimentare la Sadhana con il nostro mantra in un modo più profondo.
Curso De Orientación De AVA - ¡Los nuevos estudiantes comienzan aquí!
Value: Free Included!
¡Aprende sobre los requisitos técnicos para una mejor experiencia de visualización del curso, cómo navegar mejor a través de nuestra plataforma en línea, cómo unirte a nuestro grupo privado AVA FB y mucho más!
Cours D'Orientation À AVA- Les Nouveaux Étudiants Commencent Ici !
Value: Free Included!
Découvrez les besoins techniques pour une visualisation optimale de votre cours, comment naviguer sur notre plateforme en ligne, comment rejoindre notre groupe Facebook privé AVA et bien plus encore !
Corso Di Orientamento AVA - I Nuovi Studenti Iniziano Qui!
Value: Free Included!
Impara i requisiti tecnici per una migliore esperienza di visualizzazione del corso, navigare agevolmente nella nostra piattaforma online, unirti al nostro gruppo privato AVA FB e molto altro ancora!
Frequently Asked Questions:
After you join the membership, you can cancel anytime. You can also rejoin anytime. If you cancel your membership, you will still retain access to course materials until the next renewal date according to the subscription model you selected.
To end subscription payments, visit My Account Billing on your Student Dashboard and click on "Cancel" for that subscription.
After canceling, to view when your access expires, please visit My Order History on your Student Dashboard.
All courses and most retreats* are now bundled together into the new Amrita Virtual Academy Membership. If you only need access to a particular program, after completing it, you can cancel your membership whenever you want.
You can also rejoin again whenever you need access.
*Note: With regards to the "Walking the Path" retreat series, when a new "Walking the Path" retreat occurs as a live event, it is only available à la carte and is not yet part of the membership. However, the on-demand replay of the retreat will be added to the membership library approximately 90-days after the live retreat occurs.
Yes! Your unique upgrade rate will include a discount calculated from your current membership enrollment.
Please email [email protected] and inform if you wish to upgrade to the Amrita Virtual Academy Membership. Please inform us if you wish to join the monthly or annual plan. We will then email you all the details needed to upgrade.
If you choose to not renew your membership, when it expires you will still retain access to any non-expired courses or retreats you had enrolled in prior to joining the membership. You can view their expiration date in My Order History.
Yes, scholarships are available to apply for three times per year: spring, autumn and winter.
Spring scholarships are open for application April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025.
You can apply for a scholarship then by following the details below:
If you require financial assistance to join the Amrita Virtual Academy Membership and would like to apply for a scholarship, please email [email protected] with the following information:
- Full legal name
- Spiritual name (if any)
- Age
- Nationality
- Country you mostly live in
- The local Amma satsang you attend (if any) and a reference of someone there who knows you (if any).
- A brief explanation of your financial situation (minimum 100 words)
- Explain how much you can offer monthly or annually towards the membership subscription
Please complete all fields in order to be considered.
Please allow 4-6 weeks for the processing of scholarship applications.
All courses and most retreats* are now bundled together into the new Amrita Virtual Academy Membership.
*Note: With regards to the "Walking the Path" retreat series, when a new "Walking the Path" retreat occurs as a live event, it is only available à la carte and is not part of the membership at that time. However, the on-demand replay of the retreat will be added to the membership library approximately 90-days after the live retreat occurs.
We recommend our students take one on-demand retreat per month and select one or two course topics to study at a time. You can filter on your Student Dashboard by topic and select a course or workshop that most interests you.
Special tip: You can also open the retreats and follow-along guided spiritual practices to support your morning or evening routines!
Another tip: If you want a break from streaming mainstream media, you can also stream any of the many satsangs in the evening hours for some inspiring and nourishing relaxation.
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Our students have grown their feelings of connection, skills and personal development by joining our courses and retreats. Here are just a few of their stories.
Makes me really happy
Studying at my own pace is extremely important for me. That's exactly what AVA offers, which makes me really happy. The patience, dedication and teaching from the heartfelt instructors is wonderful...
Nikhita
Sweden
A virtual holy space
I took the Ganjira course at Amrita Virtual Academy — a virtual holy space inspired by Amma. The effort was worth it to grow closer to Amma’s teachings and the feelings of inner spiritual presence this musical sadhana offers.
Sridevi
Spain
I can hear the birds
One thing I like most: I can hear the birds and animals in Amritapuri in the background. How lovely that is! - sitting on a sofa in Berlin...
Elke S.
Germany
So very well explained
The cooking sessions are very well explained and the camera-work really is excellent.
I can see—and nearly feel —exactly how the added ingredients are looking in the pot/pan.
I am very happy.
Amritadas
India
Grateful
Lots of high quality, well-filmed content—grateful for the opportunity to learn this way 🙏💖 ... Very good platform!
Jim F.
USA
A great inner companion
Bhajans are a great inner companion — always offering positive thoughts and vibrations — in contrast with what we sometimes have to hear when living in the world. Immersing ourselves in bhajans is like wearing a shield!
Elle W.
Australia
Thank you
Thank you for always finding ways to encourage us to to get closer to Amma and her teachings through the AVA courses.
Shakti K.
Japan
Sweet
Learning an instrument is a very easy and sweet way to keep your mind on God all day, because you go so deep into the lesson that you can spend a great part of the day delving into the bhajan you are studying that week.
Raghu N.
UK
