Attending this fascinating, profound course was a true joy. I feel like for the first time, I actually understand how to do the yoga asanas.
Rebekah Mays, participant of Maharishi Yoga Asanas course
Maharishi Yoga Āsanas course
A complete introduction to Yoga for body, mind, and higher states of consciousness
Start: Sunday • 21 June 2026 • 20:00
End: Sunday • 28 June 2026 • 16:00
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Type: In-residence course
Location: In-residence
Open to: Beginners and experienced practitioners
Application deadline: 14 June 2026
Fee: From €595
What to expect
This in-residence course is based on the Maharishi Yoga Āsana Foundation Course, a 16-lesson programme developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. It offers a clear and authentic introduction to Yoga as a complete system for health, harmony, and higher states of awareness — not just as physical exercise.
Through gentle Yoga postures (āsanas), breathing practices (prāṇāyāma), and guided knowledge sessions, you develop a practical understanding of how Yoga supports the nervous system, physiology, and overall wellbeing. For every āsana, you learn how to perform it correctly, the benefits it offers to body and mind, and the scientific research that supports it.
During the course, you can expect:
- Gentle Yoga postures and breathing practices guided step by step
- Knowledge from Maharishi Vedic Science, Yoga philosophy, and modern physiology
- Ayurvedic guidance for daily routine and nutrition
- A balanced daily rhythm with time for rest and nature walks
- Freshly prepared organic, vegetarian meals
- Walks in nature across MERU and surrounding Meinweg National Park
- The supportive atmosphere of Maharishi Vastu buildings, designed to support rest and coherence
The language of the course is English.
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What are the benefits?
- A clear and practical foundation in authentic Yoga
- Greater flexibility, stability, and physical ease
- Deeper rest and more settled energy throughout the day
- A calmer, more focused mind, supporting your meditation practice
- Better understanding of how each posture benefits the body and nervous system
- Practical knowledge you can apply in daily life long after the course ends
With astounding theoretical understanding and practical training in Yoga postures in each session, this course will inspire you to prioritise the Yoga Āsanas in your daily routine. As a result, you can enjoy and experience more and more of the true fullness of life.
For whom is this course?
This course is ideal for:
- Beginners who want a clear and authentic introduction to Yoga
- Practitioners wishing to deepen their understanding beyond physical exercise
- Anyone interested in the connection between Yoga, health, and consciousness
- Meditators who want to enrich and support their TM practice
You do not need to be flexible, spiritually experienced, or physically fit — only open to learning and experiencing.
What's included?
- Full 16-lesson Maharishi Yoga Āsana Foundation Course, covering āsanas, prāṇāyāma, Yoga philosophy, the Bhagavad-Gītā, Ashtāṅga Yoga, and the science behind each posture
- Practical guidance in how to perform each āsana correctly
- Ayurvedic guidance for daily routine and nutrition
- Freshly prepared organic, vegetarian meals
- Time in nature at MERU and in the surrounding Meinweg National Park
- Maharishi Vastu environment supporting rest and coherence
What to bring?
Please bring comfortable, loose clothing for the yoga āsana sessions, and modest, dignified dress for meetings in Maharishi’s Peace Palace. We will provide yoga mats.
Also bring:
- Essential medication
- A European travel adaptor
- A valid ID
If you choose the Premium package, we recommend extending your stay by 1–2 days to allow enough time to fully enjoy your consultations and treatments.
What past participants say
This course gave me a deep understanding of how the light of consciousness eliminates darkness and blockage in the body, and how the pleasant practice of āsanas is essential for well-being and balance.
Marret Hansen, participant of Maharishi Yoga Asanas course
I loved this course, it was so relaxing and well explained. The knowledge associated with it was a bonus!
Heather North Lewis, participant of Maharishi Yoga Asanas course
MERU is a very special place. The atmosphere is very silent and lively, and you feel it right from the beginning when you arrive. The community nourishes the atmosphere through deep meditation, and you just receive it when you come here.
Fariza, participant of the Marma course
One of the absolute top courses, maybe the best. Deep and valuable knowledge with blissful effects. Don’t hesitate, the sooner the better.
participant from the previous Maharishi Yoga Asanas course
I enjoyed the balanced combination of theory and practice; the pleasant way of teaching that matched very well with the pleasant steadiness of yoga Asanas.
Sabine Van de Gaer, participant of Maharishi Yoga Asanas course
For me MERU is a really special place. I always feel such great support from nature here, and I love the community. The field of pure consciousness is palpable here, and our evolution speeds up here.
Maja Erman, participant of the Winter Assembly celebrations
I especially enjoy the āsanas in a group, with kind and precise guidance. I noticed I had some bad habits and am happy to correct them. Great motivation for regularity in daily life.
participant of Maharishi Yoga Asanas course
I love coming to MERU to enjoy the group meditation. Whenever I’m here, I have really deep meditations and feel deeply at rest.
Guido Jacobs, participant of the Winter Assembly
Location
MERU was Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s residence for 18 years. It offers a peaceful setting for personal and spiritual development, welcoming people from around the world. MERU is a living community, with Maharishi Vastu buildings and the international headquarters of the Transcendental Meditation organisation.
MERU, Station 24, 6063 NP Vlodrop, The Netherlands
events@meru.international
Accommodation
You can stay in brand-new Maharishi Vastu rooms in the new Academy building, designed according to principles of natural law to support deep rest and clarity. The lecture hall, meditation spaces, and dining area are all within a few steps, allowing your stay and programme to unfold in one harmonious environment.
Accommodation and Comfort Packages
LIGHT
No accommodation,
meals included
285€ – 400€
CLASSIC
Stay at MERU
680 – 800€
PREMIUM
Stay at MERU and enjoy wellness & personal care
1.605€ – 1.800€
Participation in the course / retreat / event
Organic vegetarian meals
Accommodation in a Vastu room or suite – single or shared occupancy
Welcome basket with Maharishi Ayurveda & VedAroma products
10% discount on Vaidya consultation (pulse reading), Abhyanga, Shirodara, Marma Therapy, Maharishi Light Therapy with Gems and Maharishi Aroma Therapy, Vedaroma and Ayurveda products during this retreat
One Vaidya consultation (pulse reading) with personal health advice, one Maharishi Ayurveda Marma Therapy, one Maharishi Light Therapy with Gems as well as 10% discount on all additional Ayurveda treatments during this retreat
Private airport transfer (Eind-hoven or Düsseldorf) as well as a personal host for coordi-nation and support
Early check-in or late checkout (subject to availability).
– Essential package –
LIGHT
No accommodation,
meals included
285€ – 400€
– Most popular –
CLASSIC
Stay at MERU
680 – 800€
– Limited availability –
PREMIUM
Stay at MERU and enjoy wellness & personal care
1.605€ – 1.800€
Comfort packages
LIGHT
No accommodation, meals included
€595
CLASSIC
Stay at MERU
€910 – €1,225
PREMIUM
Stay at MERU and enjoy wellness & personal care
€1,610 – €1,925
Participation in the course
Organic vegetarian meals
Accommodation in a Vastu room or suite – single or shared occupancy
Welcome bag with Maharishi Ayurveda & VedAroma products
10% discount on Vaidya consultation (pulse reading), Abhyanga, Shirodara, Marma Therapy, Maharishi Light Therapy with Gems and Maharishi Aroma Therapy, Vedaroma and Ayurveda products during this retreat
One Vaidya consultation (pulse reading) with personal health advice, one Maharishi Ayurveda Marma Therapy, one Maharishi Light Therapy with Gems
Private airport transfer (Eind-hoven or Düsseldorf) as well as a personal host for coordi-nation and support
Early check-in or late checkout (subject to availability)
– Essential package –
LIGHT
No accommodation, meals included
€595
– Most popular –
CLASSIC
Stay at MERU
€910 – €1,225
– Limited availability –
PREMIUM
Stay at MERU and enjoy wellness & personal care
€1,610 – €1,925
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to MERU and when should I arrive?
MERU is located in Vlodrop, Station 24, The Netherlands, close to Düsseldorf Airport in Germany, as well as Eindhoven and Maastricht Aachen Airport in The Netherlands.
You can find detailed travel guidance, including recommended routes and transport options, on our travel information page. If you would like assistance with transport from the airport or train station, our MERU Travel Office at travel@meru.international will be happy to help arrange this.
For most in-residence courses, we recommend arriving a few hours before the course begins. The course start and end times are listed at the top of the page under the course title. Exact arrival and departure details will be shared after application.
What is the daily schedule like?
Each course has its own rhythm, but in general the days are structured and immersive.
You can expect a balanced flow of knowledge sessions, morning and afternoon group programme, meals, and time to rest. The atmosphere is focused, yet relaxed.
Exact daily timings vary depending on the specific course. A detailed schedule is shared upon arrival.
What kind of accommodation can I expect?
All accommodation at MERU is built according to Maharishi Vastu architecture, designed to support rest, balance, and well-being in harmony with natural law. The rooms are located in a peaceful forest setting within the MERU campus.
You can choose between a single or double room. A detailed price breakdown is available in the application form. If you would like to share a room, you are welcome to book together with someone you know.
Each room includes a private bathroom. Bedding, towels, and basic toiletries are provided. Organic Ayurvedic vegetarian meals are served in the dining hall during your stay.
You can read more about accommodation here.
What if I need to cancel or change my booking?
We understand that plans can change. Our standard cancellation and refund policy applies to all bookings. You can find full details here in Terms & Conditions.
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