The Ananda Washington Teaching Center, affiliated with the global Ananda movement, is rooted in the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Founded in 1968, it embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds and faiths, offering ancient techniques like meditation and Kriya Yoga to foster harmony and self-realization. Situated in Bothell, the Ananda’s Blue Lotus Temple is a serene haven open to everyone. Providing group meditations, yoga classes, and spiritual counseling, it serves as a place of inner guidance and community for those seeking peace and higher ideals.