Weekend Meditation Retreat

A standard weekend sesshin format—three days of silent practice in a residential setting. Expect a traditional schedule of zazen (sitting meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation), with instruction for those newer to the practice. Austin Zen Center offers a straightforward entry point for exploring seated Zen practice without a long-term commitment.

The retreat runs Friday evening through Sunday. No prior experience required, though familiarity with basic zazen posture and etiquette helps. If you're considering your first sesshin, a weekend retreat is a practical way to understand what the practice looks like in real time—the silence, the schedule, the communal rhythm—before committing to longer sits.