Atma Kriya Yoga
What is Soul Awakening?
Soul Awakening is an intensive training ground that helps you remember who you truly are. It's a sacred immersion. Under the close guidance of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, this 4-day retreat is your chance to sail beyond your imagined limits and realign with your power and purpose.
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You took birth. Then growing up, you forgot who you were. And the suffering started. You've read the books, sat with the teachers. You had the experiences — some mystical, some spontaneous, some so ordinary you almost missed them. And you're still looking for the answer. But now you’re ready.
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Atma Kriya Yoga
Techniques you'll learn
With Satguru Vishwananda, you learn a lot more than just techniques - the Master awakens the energy within you that makes it work.
This is the difference between practicing for years with modest results and experiencing transformation from day one.
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Shaktipat
Transmission of grace and power
Shaktipat is the moment when the Master awakens the dormant energy within you. During Soul Awakening, you'll receive Shaktipat from Paramahamsa Vishwananda directly.
Shaktipat does what decades of practice alone cannot. It activates the dormant energy within your soul that supports your spiritual evolution for the rest of your life.
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Rare initiation by Paramahamsa Vishwananda
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Join Paramahamsa Vishwananda for 4 days
Online
- 18 + hours of spiritual discourse from Paramahamsa Vishwananda on the nine forms of Bhakti, Bhagavad Gita, and more with first ever shared mystical knowledge of Atma Kriya Yoga!
- Full Training in Atma Kriya Yoga from the Bhakti Marga Swamis & teachers
- Shaktipat Initiation option from Paramahamsa Vishwananda at a later date
- Atma Kriya Yoga Course Manual (PDF only)
- Access to on-going advanced training & free refresher courses
- Recording of all lectures & discourse from Paramahamsa Vishwananda
- Option for language interpretation
- Option to come on September 14th for final initiation day.
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In-Person
Newcomers
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- 18 + hours of spiritual discourse from Paramahamsa Vishwananda on the nine forms of Bhakti, Bhagavad Gita, and more with first ever shared mystical knowledge of Atma Kriya Yoga!
- Full training in Atma Kriya Yoga from Bhakti Marga Swamis & teachers
- Shaktipat Initiation directly from Paramahamsa Vishwananda
- Lunch & dinner included each day (vegetarian & vegan options)
- Access to free refresher courses & lifetime teacher support
- Atma Kriya Yoga Course Manual (physical & pdf)
- Recording of all lectures & discourse from Paramahamsa Vishwananda
In-Person
Kriya Yogis
Coming soon
- 18 + hours of spiritual discourse from Paramahamsa Vishwananda on the nine forms of Bhakti, Bhagavad Gita, and more with first ever shared mystical knowledge of Atma Kriya Yoga!
- Full training in Atma Kriya Yoga from Bhakti Marga Swamis & teachers
- Shaktipat Initiation directly from Paramahamsa Vishwananda
- Lunch & dinner included each day (vegetarian & vegan options)
- Access to free refresher courses & lifetime teacher support
- Atma Kriya Yoga Course Manual (physical & pdf)
- Recording of all lectures & discourse from Paramahamsa Vishwananda
Quick answers to
Frequently asked questions
Haven't found what you are looking for?
Try our Help center - we are here for you.
Soul awakening is for everyone, from those just starting on their spiritual journey to seasoned practitioners. While the teachings are rooted in the Vedic Tradition, the wisdom given transcends religious boundary and can be applied to every person in all walks of life. Atma Kriya Yoga is a spiritual, but non-religious practice which can help you deepen your connection to any form of the Divine which you feel closest to.
The online Soul Awakening does not include access to the physical venue, meals, or in-person shaktipat initiation with Paramahamsa Vishwananda. The in-person gives a more immersive experience, while the online version allows you to access and experience this once in a lifetime program from the comfort of your home.
Yes. Your teacher on-site can show you proper modifications for many of the techniques. If attending online, you will have the opportunity to speak with a teacher who can help with modifications to specific techniques as needed. Depending on the nature of the physical limitation, you may want to check with a teacher before the course on how we can best support your individual needs.
Payment plan options are available at checkout for those in the USA. You may also use this link to make 4 month installment payments. We ask to please use this only if you know you will be able to make all 4 payments. Thank you!
If you are taking Soul Awakening online, you are welcome to join the final day for shaktipat initiation on the final day in-person! There will be shaktipat initiation scheduled at the main ashram in Germany, Shree Peetha Nilaya on Babaji Day - November 30, 2025. More details on this to come! In addition, there are Atma Kriya Yoga Teachers around the world who give Shaktipat Initiation. We will happily connect you to a teacher near you so you can get shaktipat as soon as possible.
No, the Shaktipat Initiation given at the end of the AKY course will initiate the student into Atma Kriya Yoga which is part of the Kriya Yoga Lineage only. No, Paramahamsa Vishwananda does not need to be your Guru to take Atma Kriya Yoga. AKY is a universal practice. However, please note, if you have a different Guru it is best to ask them if you should take AKY out of respect for your teacher and lineage.
Yes! The entire program will be recorded and available to re-watch until November 15th.
You are warmly welcomed to join Soul Awakening if you have already been initiated into Atma Kriya Yoga. However, only those who have not been initiated yet may receive initiation from Paramahamsa Vishwananda. You are welcome to join the entire program, including a refresher of the techniques. Please note that this is a unique course with Paramahamsa Vishwananda and no discounts are given for current initiated Atma Kriya Yogis. Thank you for understanding.
Elmira, New York is located in the Southern Tier Region of Upstate, New York. The nearest airport to the ashram is the Elmira Corning Regional Airport. You can find direct flights from Detroit (DTW), Orlando (SFB), Punta Gorda (PGD), and Tampa (PIE). Other nearby airports include Ithaca Tompkins International (45 min drive), Syracuse Hancock International (1 hr 45 min drive), Greater Rochester International (2 hour drive), and Newark Liberty International (3.5 hour drive). From NYC, you can drive (4.5 hours), take a bus via OurBus ($50, 5.5 hours), or fly to Ithaca.
Request a refund at least 14 days before the program start date to receive a 100% refund. If you request a refund between 7-13 days before the start date, you will receive a 50% refund. Refund requests made less than 7 days before the program start date are not eligible. To request a refund, please contact our support team at info@bhaktimarga.us with your enrollment details. Refunds will be processed to the original payment method within 7-10 business days.
Yes! Translation is available through our interpretation app in the following languages: Czech/Slovak, Chinese, Finnish, French, Greek, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Quick answers to
Frequently asked questions
Haven't found what you are looking for?
Try our Help center - we are here for you.
Soul awakening is for everyone, from those just starting on their spiritual journey to seasoned practitioners. While the teachings are rooted in the Vedic Tradition, the wisdom given transcends religious boundary and can be applied to every person in all walks of life. Atma Kriya Yoga is a spiritual, but non-religious practice which can help you deepen your connection to any form of the Divine which you feel closest to.
The online Soul Awakening does not include access to the physical venue, meals, or in-person shaktipat initiation with Paramahamsa Vishwananda. The in-person gives a more immersive experience, while the online version allows you to access and experience this once in a lifetime program from the comfort of your home.
Yes. Your teacher on-site can show you proper modifications for many of the techniques. If attending online, you will have the opportunity to speak with a teacher who can help with modifications to specific techniques as needed. Depending on the nature of the physical limitation, you may want to check with a teacher before the course on how we can best support your individual needs.
Payment plan options are available at checkout for those in the USA. You may also use this link to make 4 month installment payments. We ask to please use this only if you know you will be able to make all 4 payments. Thank you!
If you are taking Soul Awakening online, you are welcome to join the final day for shaktipat initiation on the final day in-person! There will be shaktipat initiation scheduled at the main ashram in Germany, Shree Peetha Nilaya on Babaji Day - November 30, 2025. More details on this to come! In addition, there are Atma Kriya Yoga Teachers around the world who give Shaktipat Initiation. We will happily connect you to a teacher near you so you can get shaktipat as soon as possible.
No, the Shaktipat Initiation given at the end of the AKY course will initiate the student into Atma Kriya Yoga which is part of the Kriya Yoga Lineage only. No, Paramahamsa Vishwananda does not need to be your Guru to take Atma Kriya Yoga. AKY is a universal practice. However, please note, if you have a different Guru it is best to ask them if you should take AKY out of respect for your teacher and lineage.
Yes! The entire program will be recorded and available to re-watch until November 15th.
You are warmly welcomed to join Soul Awakening if you have already been initiated into Atma Kriya Yoga. However, only those who have not been initiated yet may receive initiation from Paramahamsa Vishwananda. You are welcome to join the entire program, including a refresher of the techniques. Please note that this is a unique course with Paramahamsa Vishwananda and no discounts are given for current initiated Atma Kriya Yogis. Thank you for understanding.
Elmira, New York is located in the Southern Tier Region of Upstate, New York. The nearest airport to the ashram is the Elmira Corning Regional Airport. You can find direct flights from Detroit (DTW), Orlando (SFB), Punta Gorda (PGD), and Tampa (PIE). Other nearby airports include Ithaca Tompkins International (45 min drive), Syracuse Hancock International (1 hr 45 min drive), Greater Rochester International (2 hour drive), and Newark Liberty International (3.5 hour drive). From NYC, you can drive (4.5 hours), take a bus via OurBus ($50, 5.5 hours), or fly to Ithaca.
Request a refund at least 14 days before the program start date to receive a 100% refund. If you request a refund between 7-13 days before the start date, you will receive a 50% refund. Refund requests made less than 7 days before the program start date are not eligible. To request a refund, please contact our support team at info@bhaktimarga.us with your enrollment details. Refunds will be processed to the original payment method within 7-10 business days.
Yes! Translation is available through our interpretation app in the following languages: Czech/Slovak, Chinese, Finnish, French, Greek, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish.
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