Mantra / TM · International + Home Study
Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons
Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF)
Mantra / TM
Self-PacedOnline
SRF Meditation Group Leader (by appointment)
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The home study course in Kriya Yoga meditation founded by Paramahansa Yogananda in 1934. Students progress through ~3 years of lessons before formal Kriya Yoga initiation; SRF Meditation Group leaders are appointed from the international student body. Considered the foundational lay-practitioner pathway in the Yogananda lineage.
Program details
| Location | International + Home Study |
| Country | United States |
| Tradition | Mantra / TM |
| Format | Self-Paced, Online |
| Duration | 3+ years (home study) |
| Estimated cost | USD 175 enrollment |
| Accreditation | SRF Meditation Group Leader (by appointment) |
Last reviewed: April 2026 · Information may change — always verify with the program directly.
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