Theme: Embodiment in Zen

Register here for the practice period.

Teachers: Flint Sparks, Peg Syverson, Todd Bankler, Joel Barna, Kim Mosley, & Laurie Winnette
Head Student: Jess Ambiee

A practice period is an opportunity to explore a deeper connection and commitment to your practice. In our tradition practice periods last 90 days (80 days for this period). Historically, this represents the time during the rainy season in India when the roads were impassable and Buddha would gather his disciples for deeper teachings.

A practice period is a time when those who wish to participate make a formal agreement with their teacher about their intentions and practice. During our practice period, there will be an expanded set of offerings. The Head Student(s) will also be offering talks and informal tea with participants by appointment. The Practice Period begins with an entering ceremony and ends with a closing ceremony.

Participants consult with a teacher about what commitments are appropriate for their schedules and their aspirations.