Service Description

Led by Doka Sensei, this workshop is a practical and authentic introduction to Soto Zen practice. Includes instruction and Q&A session, where participants are introduced to the basic non-dualistic approach to Zen Buddhism, Doka sensei's approach to practice, and the Hinotori An program. SCHEDULE: - Instruction on Zen practice and main principles of Zen - Instructions on meditation postures, breathing and the taught process applied during sitting Zen (Zazen) and walking Zen (Kinhin) - Introduction to application of Zen in everyday life - A question-and-answer period and a talk by Sensei on how to bring Zen into daily life, how to find a teacher, and how to practice on one's own The workshop is an ideal opportunity to assess the status of practitioners in terms of their needs, experience, and aspirations, thus enabling an easier identification of the appropriate approach (Gate). Regardless of the initial motivation that led practitioners to participate in this workshop (whether they are driven by a desire for deeper peace and a more conscious everyday life, a deep need to understand the ultimate nature of existence or an inexplicable longing for something that has not yet taken form), this workshop can encourage introspection and more clarity in recognizing the Path the practitioners are on and the direction they wants to go. REQUIREMENTS: - Registration (no entry without prior registration) - Skillful communication (no idle talk, no talking during practice) - Mobile phones need to be turned off completely (not only on silent mode) - To ensure painless sitting and preserve the atmosphere of a temple, attire should be loose-fitting (no jeans, or leather pants), in calm colors (preferable dark); watches and jingling jewelry must be removed; strong smells must be avoided. Schedule: Fri 15:00 – 17:30 Participants: 1 Duration: 2h 30' Teaching tuition: 35 CHF