Gitananda Yoga Association
of Australia
Deepen your connection to the classical yoga tradition. Gitananda Yoga Association offers a structured path to self-transformation through authentic teachings and a supportive community.
Discover the Living Tradition of Gitananda Yoga.
The Gitananda Yoga Association of Australia shares the timeless teachings of classical Yoga as preserved in the lineage of Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri, one of the great Yoga masters of the modern era. This step-by-step system of Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga integrates Asana, Pranayama, and deeper yogic practices to cultivate health, clarity, and spiritual awareness.
Today the tradition continues through the presence and guardianship of Yogacharini Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani and Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, carrying forward a living lineage of authentic yogic wisdom for modern practitioners.
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Bhavanani,
Ananda Ashram, India
Upcoming Events
Online guest speaker forum
Join us for a special online forum with Professor (Dr.) Meena Ramanathan, a respected Yoga Therapy expert and Principal of the School of Yoga Therapy at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Puducherry. In this friendly and informative session, Prof. Meena will focus on the post-menopausal stage of life, sharing practical yoga practices and helpful lifestyle tips to support strength, balance, wellbeing and vitality during this important phase of healthy ageing.
April 9, 2026
7-8.30pm Melb/ Syd
6.30-8pm Adelaide
6-7.30pm Brisbane & Auckland
4-5.30pm Perth
Southern Retreat
Join us for a nourishing three-day retreat exploring the yoga practices and concepts of the Gitananda tradition in a warm, friendly and relaxed environment. Each day will begin with a gentle Hatha Yoga practice to awaken and strengthen the body, followed by a mid-morning Pranayama session to deepen breath awareness and balance the energies. In the afternoons, we will come together for Jnana Yoga Kriya and Satsangha, offering space for reflection, shared wisdom and deeper understanding of the yogic path. This retreat is designed to be supportive, enriching and accessible for all who wish to immerse themselves in these traditional teachings.
More information to come......
October 9-11, Point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia
To see what else is coming up, head to the Events page
Join Our Yoga Community
Embark on a journey of self-discovery through the authentic traditions of Gitananda Yoga. From weekly community classes to immersive workshops, find the support you need to advance your practice and connect with a dedicated lineage of teaching.