Introduction to Zen Training Weekend
with Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Danica Shoan Ankele, Gokan Bonebakker·Zen
Three-day introductory retreat at Zen Mountain Monastery in the Catskill Mountains. Instruction in zazen, liturgy, work practice, and dokusan. Designed for those new to Zen Buddhist practice.
About this retreat
This weekend retreat introduces the fundamentals of Zen training: seated meditation (zazen), chanting and liturgy, and the integration of practice into daily work. You'll meet privately with a teacher for dokusan — an essential part of Zen training where the teacher responds directly to your questions and practice.
The center has not yet published the daily schedule, teacher name, or lodging details. Contact Zen Mountain Monastery directly for information about accommodations (whether the retreat is residential or commuter), meal arrangements, and what to bring.
Schedules can change — confirm details on Zen Mountain Monastery's website.
Full details from Zen Mountain Monastery
An immersive introductory retreat for those new to Zen Buddhist practice, offering instruction in zazen, liturgy, work practice, and private teacher interviews within the spiritual community of Zen Mountain Monastery in the Catskill Mountains.
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