# Silva Method International

> The Silva Method is the original mind-training and dynamic meditation program, founded by José Silva in 1966 after 22 years of research. Silva International Inc. (Laredo, Texas, USA) continues his work through his family and a global network of certified instructors, with over 12 million students across 110+ countries. Programs teach relaxation, visualization, focus, intuition, and personal growth through live seminars, online classes, and digital audio courses.

Key facts:
- Founded by José Silva in 1966; America's first personal growth program
- Operated by Silva International Inc., Laredo, Texas 78043, United States
- BBB Rating: A+
- Contact: digital@silvamethod.com
- Official mobile app available on App Store and Google Play

## Main Pages

- [What is the Silva Method](https://silvamethod.com/what-is-silva-method/): Overview of the method, its history, and how it works
- [About José Silva](https://silvamethod.com/about-jose-silva/): Biography of founder José Silva
- [The Science & Research](https://silvamethod.com/research/): Research behind the Silva Method and brainwave states (Beta, Alpha, Theta, Delta)
- [Success Stories](https://silvamethod.com/success-stories/): Student testimonials and reviews
- [FAQs](https://silvamethod.com/silva-method-faq/): Frequently asked questions

## Courses & Programs

- [Silva Life System (Beginners)](https://silvamethod.com/courses/silva-life-system-seminar/): Foundation course covering relaxation, stress management, goal setting, and problem solving
- [Silva Intuition System (Advanced)](https://silvamethod.com/courses/silva-intution-system-seminar/): Advanced course on intuition, life purpose, and visualization techniques
- [Silva Mastery System](https://silvamethod.com/courses/silva-mastery-system/): Comprehensive mastery-level program
- [Basic Lecture Series (BLS)](https://silvamethod.com/courses/basic-lecture-series/): The classic complete Silva curriculum
- [Digital Audio Courses & Store](https://silvamethod.com/stores/shop/): Self-paced digital programs and books

## Events

- [Live & Online Classes](https://silvamethod.com/events/): Upcoming instructor-led seminars worldwide, in multiple languages (English, French, Bengali, and more)

## Get Involved

- [Find an Instructor](https://silvamethod.com/): Directory of certified Silva Method instructors in the US and internationally
- [Become an Affiliate](https://silvamethod.com/become-silva-affiliate/): Affiliate program information
- [Silva Method App](https://silvamethod.com/silva-method-app/): Mobile app with guided sessions and 1-on-1 counselling
- [Join / Login](https://silvamethod.com/login/): Student account access

## Optional

- [Books](https://silvamethod.com/stores/shop/): Official Silva Method books and publications
- [Blog](https://silvamethod.com/blogs/): Articles on meditation, mind training, and personal growth