Tyagi Chela

It is Chela’s great joy to be of service leading the Ananda Thousand Oaks center. She is an Ananda Minister, a certified meditation instructor, a disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda and a Kriyaban. Chela enjoys sharing the teachings of Self-realization, leading classes for Ananda, meditations, satsangs, and more. She has been married for thirty-nine years and is mom to two adult children. She offers a loving heart to anyone seeking support in their spiritual path. Chela is Author of Bhakti: Journey of Soul discovery. 

Neda Pourtolami

A Kriyaban and disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, Neda has over 15 years of yoga practice. She has refined her skills through the Ananda Bridge program. With a loving heart and a commitment to service, Neda passionately guides others on their yoga journeys, nurturing deeper connections and fostering inner peace.

Holly Khorsandi

is an Ananda-certified meditation teacher and yoga instructor, a disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, and a Kriyaban. She finds deep joy in walking the path of Self-realization and delights in sharing that joy with others, supporting them in discovering their own inner peace and upliftment.

Preeti Bedi

Preeti is happy to serve at the Thousand Oaks Ananda Center. She is a certified meditation teacher, a disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, and a Kriyaban. She has a loving heart, and enjoys sharing spiritual teachings and teaching meditation. She believes in seeking clarity, and receiving life’s answers through meditation.