One-day retreat for practitioners of Transcendental Meditation
The TM coherence day offers a rare opportunity to spend a full day immersed in group meditation, knowledge, and the company of other meditators at MERU, Maharishi’s home for 18 years.
Many TM meditators notice that meditation becomes deeper and more effortless when practiced together in a group. The mind settles more easily, and the rest gained can be profoundly refreshing.
Throughout the day we alternate group Transcendental Meditation with Maharishi Yoga Asanas and pranayama, which help prepare the body and mind for deeper meditation. Participants will learn or refresh this comfortable set of asanas, helping the body relax and settle naturally into meditation.
The day also includes inspiring knowledge from Maharishi and Dr Tony Nader, along with time for questions and sharing experiences with TM teachers. These sessions often help clarify meditation experiences and bring greater confidence and ease to one’s daily practice.
Spending the day with other meditators in the peaceful setting of MERU, surrounded by nature in De Meinweg National Park and the harmony of Maharishi Vastu architecture, creates an atmosphere where the mind can naturally settle and rest.
Mariya Grylyuk is a Transcendental Meditation (TM) Teacher since 2025 with a background in engineering and technology. Holds a Master’s degree in Aircraft Engine Design and Computer Engineering and previously worked as a Software Engineer. Loves sport, art, and good tea.
Josine Maenen has been a teacher of Transcendental Meditation since 2000 and leads meditation and Sidhi courses from her TM Centre in the Maastricht–Valkenburg region. Since 2021 she has served nationally and internationally as course coordinator for the annual Sidhi Courses and regularly leads meditation retreats in the Netherlands, including programs at MERU.
• Group Transcendental Meditation sessions
• Maharishi Yoga Asanas and pranayama
• Knowledge sessions from Maharishi and Dr Tony Nader
• Q&A and experience sharing with TM teachers
• Lunch and refreshments
• Time to connect with fellow meditators
• Comfortable, loose clothing suitable for yoga and meditation
• Normal clothing for the rest of the day
• A shawl or light sweater if you prefer extra comfort during meditation
The TM coherence day is designed to help you refresh and deepen your TM practice while enjoying a full day dedicated to rest, knowledge, and group meditation.
Participants often notice:
• deeper and more effortless meditation
• greater mental clarity and inner calm
• renewed inspiration for daily TM practice
• deeper understanding of meditation experiences
• the joy of connecting with other meditators
By the end of the day many participants feel deeply rested, mentally clear, and naturally inspired to continue their meditation with renewed freshness.
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.
Address: MERU, Station 24, 6063 NP, Vlodrop, the Netherlands
Email: events@meru.international
Would you like to stay over at MERU? You will 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.
No accommodation,
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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).
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No accommodation,
meals included
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Stay at MERU
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Stay at MERU and enjoy wellness & personal care
– Essential package –
– Most popular –
– Limited availability –
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.
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.
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.
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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Start your application now, and we look forward to welcoming you to MERU to deepen your experience of Transcendental Meditation.
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