About Atma Kriya Yoga

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 trancends 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!

https://bhaktimarga.us/products/4-days-to-soul-awakening-installments-with-paramahamsa-vishwananda

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 initation 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.

Here are some helpful resources for getting to the Paranitya Narasimha Center:

Find a Direct Flight 

The nearest airport to the ashram is the Elmira Corning Regional Airport. As flights direct to this airport can be expensive, we recommend looking for a flight first to an airport with a direct flight to Elmira, and then take a direct flight from these airports to Elmira. 

You can find direct flights from: 

Detroit (DTW)
Orlando (SFB)
Punta Gorda (PGD)
Tampa (PIE) 

Nearest Airports 

• Elmira Corning Regional (ELM) – 15 minute drive 
• Ithaca Tompkins International(ITH) – 45 minute drive 
• Syracuse Hancock International (SYR) – 1 hr 45 min. drive 
• Greater Rochester International (ROC) – 2 hour drive 
• Newark Liberty International (EWR) – 3.5 hour drive 
  
  From NYC 
• Drive: 4.5 (depending on traffic) 
• Bus: There are affordable buses from NYC using OurBus. ($50, 5.5 hours)  https://www.ourbus.com
• Flight from Ithaca: You can find a direct flight from NYC to the Ithaca Tompkins airport 
  
  

Soul Awakening Program Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change, and we want to ensure a fair and flexible refund policy for all participants of the Soul Awakening Program with Paramahamsa Vishwananda.

Refund Eligibility:

Request a refund at least 14 days before the program start date to receive a 100% refund of your payment.

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, as program resources and preparations will already be in place.

How to Request a Refund:

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.

Exceptions:

Refunds will not be issued for missed sessions, schedule conflicts, or personal circumstances. However, in cases of extraordinary situations, please reach out to discuss possible options.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to supporting you on your spiritual journey with Bhakti Marga.