Retreats and other events

Below is a list of upcoming events. If you are considering coming on retreat with us, please also read "About retreats" and "Retreat etiquette" for more information. 

NOTES for 2013 - There will also be Retreats to the City (Wed- Sat) in May and September but the exact dates are not yet fixed. The annual autumn sesshin with Keizan Sensei and Tenshin Roshi is being arranged and dates wil be posted as soon as confirmed.

To secure your place on any retreat please send a cheque for 50% of the suggested donation. Details of who to send it to and so reserve a place are given in the details for each retreat. Regretfully, this donation is non refundable if you cancel your booking within 28 days of the start of the retreat.

Zen Retreat at Ringsfield Hall in Suffolk

Date: 22 July 2013 to 26 July 2013
Details:

A retreat to be held in Suffolk with Keizan Sensei. The schedule will be one of traditional Zen training with sitting and walking meditation, private interviews and dharma talks. It is a great opportunity to begin or renew training with an experienced teacher in an authentic and traditional lineage.

The retreat is open to absolute beginners with optional introductory classes in Zen Form and Practice especially for newcomers. Meals will be vegetarian. Part time participants are welcome.

Venue: the lovely Ringsfield Hall, an eco centre with opportunity to walk in the grounds and woodland.                     
Website: www.ringsfield-hall.co.uk

To book: a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the fee is required in advance to secure your place. Booking as early as possible with a firm commitment enormously helps the organisation of the retreat.  Please send a cheque payable to ‘Mountain Zen’ to Jan Koan Candy, No Hand Zen, Appt 3, 105 Queens Road,Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 7PG

The nearest railway is Beccles, 4 miles away: www.ringsfield-hall.co.uk/Directions/Directions.htm.

Click this link to download the flyer - please distribute to anyone you think would be interested.

Cost: £200 (£170 concessions) Daily rate is £50
Contact: Janet Candy
Email address: jancandy@sky.com

Crosby summer sesshin

Date: 20 October 2013 to 26 October 2013
Details:

Traditional Zen sesshin led by Tenshin Roshi and Keizan Sensei. Details to follow, dates posted for information.

Venue: CHET, Little Crosby
Cost: tba
Email address: tba


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