This retreat took place Saturday, July 25, 2026 – Saturday, July 25, 2026. View upcoming retreats at Zen Mountain Monastery.

Saturday
25
July 2026

Half-Day Sit

Zen

Zenday-sitzazen

Three-hour zazen intensive on July 25. A single sitting day for those new to Zen practice or returning to the cushion.

About this retreat

A half-day sit offers a low-commitment entry into silent zazen practice. Three hours—roughly the shape of a single day within a longer sesshin—gives you the rhythm without the multi-day commitment. If you've never sat in a formal group setting, or haven't sat in a while, this is a straightforward way to return.

Zen Mountain Monastery has not published the daily schedule (start time, sitting periods, breaks) or whether a teacher will lead or provide instruction. Contact the center for those details.

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Originally listed on Zen Mountain Monastery's website.

Full details from Zen Mountain Monastery

A three-hour zazen intensive offering a time of silence and stillness to connect with the still point, make space for the heart-mind and body, and take refuge. Popular with both newcomers to Zen practice and experienced students.

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