Karen Olesch

Karen Olesch, also known as, Swami Kandalayananda, was ordained at the Temple of Kriya Yoga in 2011 as Swami Kandalayananda. She also holds a Certificate of Graduate Studies from Meadville Lombard Theological School, a certificate in meditation from the Temple of Kriya Yoga and is a 500 hour certified yoga instructor. Additionally, she has a Master’s degree in philosophy with a special focus on Eastern Religion from the University of Kent in Canterbury, England and teaches philosophy and religion courses at several colleges across the U.S.