This retreat took place Wednesday, September 16, 2026 – Wednesday, September 16, 2026. View upcoming retreats at Zen Center of New York City/Fire Lotus Temple.

Wednesday
16
September 2026

Beginning Instruction on Wednesday Evenings at Zen Mountain Monastery

Zen

Zenzazenkinhinbeginner-friendly

Wednesday evening introduction to zazen and Zen Mountain Monastery. New visitors attend a single session of sitting and walking practice (zazen and kinhin) with orientation to the zendo.

About this retreat

This is a single-session introduction held on Wednesday evenings. New people sit zazen (Zen meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation) in the zendo, with an orientation to the space and practice. It's designed as a low-commitment entry point—drop in once, see if it fits, no registration required beyond payment.

The center has not published the teacher's name, the session duration, or details about what the orientation covers. Contact Zen Mountain Monastery directly for the current schedule and any questions about what to expect.

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Originally listed on Zen Center of New York City/Fire Lotus Temple's website.

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

New visitors are welcomed for Wednesday evening beginning instruction in zazen and orientation to Zen Mountain Monastery, including kinhin and zazen practice in the zendo.

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