"My TM-Sidhi Programme provides a direct entry to the full blossoming of the creative genius of everyone; it is a master key to open the field of higher states of consciousness, where one naturally lives life supported by the evolutionary power of Natural Law." - Maharishi
What is the TM-Sidhi Programme?
The TM-Sidhi Programme, including Yogic Flying, is an advanced extension of Transcendental Meditation and its Advanced Techniques. It develops the ability to think and act from the deepest, most creative level of the mind—Transcendental Consciousness—leading to greater success, fulfilment, and growth.
Regular practice accelerates progress toward full potential and Enlightenment, while group practice promotes harmony, peace, and positive social trends. The programme was introduced in 1976 by Maharishi, based on the ancient Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.
How Does It Work?
During Transcendental Meditation, the mind settles down effortlessly to a state of deep inner silence - Transcendental Consciousness , the rich source of creativity and intelligence within. During the TM-Sidhi Programme we learn how to enliven that inner silence - to think and act from the level of Transcendental Consciousness.
Benefits of the TM-Sidhi Programme
‘If we have practised the TM-Sidhi Programme, then the conscious mind will always start thinking from that deepest level of the self-referral state of intelligence. And any thought that emerges consciously from there has the support of all the Laws of Nature. And any thought with the full support of Natural Law will always be fulfilled quickly without loss of time, without struggle and strife.' – Maharishi
Learning to function from the deeper levels of the mind leads to clearer thinking and more effective action. Through the TM-Sidhi Programme, we develop skill in action—the ability to fulfil our desires while naturally supporting the growth of everyone and everything around us.
The practice enhances brainwave coherence, linked to greater creativity, intelligence, happiness, and higher states of consciousness. Practitioners report increased peace, vitality, efficiency, better relationships, and improved health.
Who leads the TM-Sidhi Course?
TM-Sidhi Programme Courses in the UK are led by Richard and Sue Johnson, highly experienced teachers of Transcendental Meditation who have received additional special training.
What Meditators say about the TM-Sidhi Programme
"A big part of my success has been the TM and TM-Sidhi Programme. Each time I am faced with a challenge my TM and TM-Sidhi Programme help me to see more clearly, be more creative and face the world in a more joyful way."
– Andreas Thrasy
"When I practice Yogic Flying, I experience lightness throughout my body. This lightness creates happiness inside and I am blissful and energized. After flying, I feel I have recharged my body and mind, and every part of me is refreshed and revitalised." - Jeremy Jones
"The TM-Sidhi Programme makes the experience of inner silence feel more rock solid in my life. As a busy mother, it is such a relief to have this extended time to let the whirlwind of daily life dissolve into a wonderfully restful state and then enliven subtle aspects of myself. The TM-Sidhi Programme softly, but powerfully, allows bliss to dominate where there might have been fatigue or agitation before. When life gets hectic outside, I really feel more deeply anchored within." Sankari Wegman
"TM and the TM-Sidhi Programme are the essential tools with which to practise the art of living. These profoundly simple techniques have opened my heart and mind to the source of life within and integrated its dynamic silence with the demands of busy life." Peter Beach
"The TM-Sidhi Programme is a powerful tool that allows me to dive deep within to enjoy a field of unbounded awareness, unfolding more of my true self. Nothing compares to the freedom and bubbling bliss that arises from the program. I've enjoyed more creativity, happiness, and fulfilment of desires in my day-to-day life since learning more than 15 years ago. I wish everyone could enjoy this precious experience."
— Jenoa Navarrete
Improved Brain Functioning
Neuroscience shows that optimal brain performance depends on coherent and orderly functioning. Research demonstrates that Transcendental Meditation increases brain coherence, and that the TM-Sidhi practice—especially Yogic Flying—produces even more widespread coherence, reaching its peak at the moment the body lifts off the ground. This heightened coherence reflects greater use of the brain's potential.
Studies on the TM and TM-Sidhi Programme further show that this coherence carries over into daily life, leading to increased IQ, creativity, emotional stability, learning ability, moral maturity, improved health, and more. See the web page Brain Health (opens in new tab/window).
See summary of research on the TM-Sidhi Programme.
Yogic Flying®
The TM-Sidhi Programme balances mind and body from the deepest level of consciousness. The most powerful aspect of this programme is the Yogic Flying Technique. During Yogic Flying, brainwave synchrony is maximised as the body lifts up and moves forward in short hops a sort of - "meditation in motion". Internally, the experience is accompanied by feelings of exhilaration, expanded awareness, inner freedom, lightness and "bubbling bliss."
The combination of inner silence and outer dynamism provides a powerful means of stabilising higher states of consciousness — enlightenment.
Benefits for Society
While the TM-Sidhi Programme can be practised alone or with friends and family, social scientists have found that when people come together and practise the programme in sufficiently large groups, they create a measurable influence of orderliness and coherence for the surrounding population. Researchers have identified this phenomenon as a "field effect" and tested its validity in more than 50 demonstrations and 28 scientific studies - many of which can be found in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
The Maharishi Effect
This coherence-creating influence, known as the Maharishi Effect, is said to reduce negativity and stress in society, leading naturally to lower crime, illness, accidents, and improved economic conditions. While only recently studied by modern science, the phenomenon was described thousands of years ago by the Vedic scholar Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras: "In the vicinity of Yoga (the state of transcendental consciousness), hostile tendencies are eliminated." Practitioners of Transcendental Meditation often find that the TM-Sidhi Programme greatly accelerates personal growth while enhancing the sense of fulfilment that comes from contributing to peace and coherence in society.
Videos, Website, Podcast
Question and Answers on the TM-Sidhi Programme with TM-Sidhi Administrator Dr Lila-Maria Hartmann-Stein (16 minutes)
Yogic Flying Meditation and Bliss
Lively introduction to Yogic Flying including contributions from Dr Fred Travis and Dr Nancy Lonsdorf. (5.18 minutes)
Andreas Thrasy, founder of the MyHotel Group, talks about the benefits of TM and the TM-Sidhi Programme. (2.01 minutes)
D'Arcy Fenton, architect, talks about the benefits of TM and the TM-Sidhi Programme. (2.41 minutes)
The Science of Peace, Huffington Post interview with Dr John Hagelin, Bob Roth and Colonel Reese.(Full version 29.46 minutes)
The Science of Peace, Huffington Post interview with Dr John Hagelin, Bob Roth and Colonel Reese. (Short version1.05 minutes))
Can group meditation bring about World Peace? Quantum Physicist, John Hagelin explains. (4.05 minutes)
Read more about the Maharishi Effect
www.anantidotetoviolence.org
Podcast by Dr Tony Nader MD, PhD, MARR (13 minutes)
The Difference Between Transcendental Meditation, Advanced Techniques and the TM-Sidhi Programme.
The TM-Sidhi Course 2027
Course Structure
Part One (Choose One Option)
Option A: Central London TM Centre (Non-Residential)
• Weekend 1: 16–19 April 2027 (Friday to Monday)
• Weekend 2: 7–9 May 2027 (Friday to Sunday)
• Weekend 3: 4–6 June 2027 (Friday to Sunday)
Contact: Magdalena Blackwood
Email: magdalena.blackwood@tm.org
Tel: 07999 025442
Option B: Maharishi Dome (Residential / Non-Residential)
• Weekend 1: 29 April–3 May 2027 (Thursday to Monday)
• Weekend 2: 20–23 May 2027 (Thursday to Sunday)
• Weekend 3: 17–20 June 2027 (Thursday to Sunday)
• Residential and non-residential attendance available.
• Non-residential participants should ideally live within about one hour of the Dome.
• Delicious vegetarian meals provided for all participants.
Contact: The Dome Course Office
Email: courses@maharishidome.org.uk
Tel: 01695 51617
Part Two (Residential)
Dates and location to be confirmed
TM-Sidhi Course Requirements
Applicants are expected to have:
• Learned four Advanced Techniques of Transcendental Meditation.
• Regular morning and evening practice of TM and all Advanced Techniques for at least 2 months before the course (4 months preferred).
• Recommendations from two TM teachers who have known them ideally for about six months.
• Attended a TM residential weekend or longer course within the last year.
• Completed either:
a TM-Sidhi orientation residence weekend, or three orientation meetings at a local centre.
Important: Do not pay course fees or accommodation/meals fees until after completing the orientation requirement.
Recommended Next Steps
- Contact your preferred Part One location with any questions.
- If necessary, book and attend a TM weekend retreat before applying.
Course Fees
Please see separate page for details of Fees.
Please note
Please note that the TM-Sidhi Programme is only available through Maharishi Foundation with teachers who have received special training and not through any other organisations.
You will be emailed about TM-Sidhi courses unless you have requested otherwise.
