SOPHIE ZIJLSTRA
Vedic Meditation in Utrecht
​Vedic Meditation is an effortless mental technique that helps unlock your mind’s full potential while allowing deep rest and recovery from stress and trauma.
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A daily meditation practice has profound effects on both your physical and mental well-being. It’s a powerful tool that fosters greater self-awareness, resilience, and the ability to navigate life’s challenges with ease. Through regular practice, you naturally connect with an inner wellspring of happiness and fulfillment.​
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Why people choose this style of meditation
Many people who come to me have already tried different things: apps, mindfulness, vipassana techniques, yoga classes. But they long for a deeper and more structural change. Vedic meditation is not a quick fix, it's a life-changing habit that supports you every day.
A lifelong investment in yourself​
Meditation is the greatest gift you can give yourself—an investment in your own peace, clarity, and well-being that will support you for the rest of your life.
Included in the course fee is a lifetime membership and follow-up program. You can retake the course as often as you like, with me or another Vedic meditation teacher around the world. In addition, you can participate for free in group meditations that take place weekly online and in Utrecht.
Learn Vedic Meditation in just four days
Vedic Meditation is taught in a structured four-day course held on consecutive days:
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Day 1: A private one-on-one session where you receive a personalized mantra and experience your first meditation.
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Days 2–4: Group sessions that deepen your understanding and confidence in the technique. We will explore the impact of stress on the body, the nature of the mind, and how meditation is a powerful technique for managing stress and sustaining well-being. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how meditation helps cultivate balance and resilience in daily life.​
Vedic Meditation is simple to learn, making it perfect for beginners—even if you’ve struggled with meditation in the past. After completing the course, you’ll have everything you need to meditate independently, without relying on apps or external guidance. ​
Free information session
Before joining a course you can first attend a free 45 minute introductory session (online via zoom).
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group course
€499 excl VAT
Learn to meditate in a small group container. An important benefit of a group course is the possibility to learn from each other. The course takes place in my private practice in Utrecht.
private course
on request
This is a special one-on-one course which gives the possibility to align more deeply with your needs and what you are experiencing. The course can take place at your house or in my private practice in Utrecht.
private group
€1999 excl VAT
Learn to meditate with a group of friends, family or colleagues (max 6 persons) at a location of your choice. Please reach out if your group is bigger than six.
THE BENEFITS OF VEDIC MEDITATION
Less stress, fear and exhaustion
Improved concentration, focus and memory
More energy, creativity and self-confidence
Improved sleep quality
Emotional stability
Improved capacity to make quick and accurate decisions
Increased sense of happiness and wellbeing
What others say
"Now I meditate daily and feel connected to myself again."
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"Sophie has a gracious gift as a meditation guide & teacher, she has guided me through a most beautiful meditation practice in all parts of her course. I found her voice, tone & presence to be peaceful, gentle & most soothing. Before the course I was needing to get grounded, to feel more aligned & slow down my overactive busy mind. The course helped me to regulate my nervous system, create space & connect with my deeper self. Thank you Sophie for being so present and aligned with the healing work you share"
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"I learned quite a few things about myself in meditation and conversation with Sophie. Our time together has shaped my spirit in ways I’m deeply grateful for. My learning in the process has shaped my daily practices and mindset."
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"I experienced the meditation course as very enjoyable. Sophie uses a well-founded methodology that is easy to learn. The focus is not only on training meditation, but also on making it applicable in your (busy) life in the long term. It has given me more than I expected and I would recommend it 100%."
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