Saturday
25
April 2026

Half-day Sit

with MRO Staff · Zen

Zen online zazen beginner-friendly

Three-hour online zazen sit focused on stillness and refuge. Open to newcomers and experienced practitioners alike.

A short online sit for practitioners of any level. Three hours of zazen with a stated focus on stillness, refuge, and the integration of heart, mind, and body. This format works well if you want to deepen sitting practice without committing to a full-day or residential retreat, or if you're testing whether a longer retreat might fit your schedule.

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Full details from Zen Center of New York City/Fire Lotus Temple

A three-hour zazen intensive connecting with the still point, making space to find the heart-mind and body, and taking refuge. Popular with those new to Zen practice as well as more experienced students.

Also at Zen Center of New York City/Fire Lotus Temple 03

Monday – Sunday · 7 days

Apr 20 – Apr 26

Apple Blossom Sesshin

with Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Jody Hojin Kimmel, Ron Hogen Green, Danica Shoan Ankele

Zen Center of New York City/Fire Lotus Temple

Zen · sesshin · silent
$295

Friday – Sunday

May 01 – May 03

Introduction to Zen Training Weekend

with Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Danica Shoan Ankele, Gokan Bonebakker

Zen Center of New York City/Fire Lotus Temple

Soto Zen · sesshin · residential
$300