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Soto Zen
Two-day writing retreat at San Francisco Zen Center that combines poetry, silence, and meditation. Participants share poems, write from prompts, and discuss process alongside shared daily meditation and a writing walk.
About this retreat
This retreat pairs poetry and writing practice with meditation in the Soto Zen tradition. The format—shared poems, prompted writing, group discussion, and listening to one another—suggests a collaborative rather than solitary retreat, though the structure includes silent periods.
The center has not published details about daily schedule, lodging, meals, experience level requirements, or the lead teacher. Contact San Francisco Zen Center directly for specifics about what "in-person" means here (commuter, residential, or day attendance) and what to expect from the meditation portions.
Originally listed on San Francisco Zen Center's website.
Full details from San Francisco Zen Center
A two-day writing retreat combining poetry, silence, and meditation. Participants share beloved poems, write in response to prompts, discuss writing process, and listen to one another, with shared daily meditation and a writing walk included.
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