ONLINE INTRODUCTION TO ZAZEN

For new Chosei Zen students, this interactive “crash course” introduces our style of Rinzai Zen seated meditation and hara breathing.

When:

• First Sunday of the Month, at:

  • In US: 10 - 11:30 am CT / 11-12:30 am ET / 9-10:30 am MT / 8-9:30 am PT / 7-8:30 am AKT

  • In Europe: 4-5:30 pm GMT / 5-6:30 pm CET

• In 2026: 1/4, 2/1, 3/1, 4/5, 5/3, 6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6

• Please arrive a few minutes early, ready to start on time.

Materials Recommended:

• Yoga mat or large blanket

• Cushion or firm pillow(s) to sit on

• Room that is quiet or has a door to prevent distractions

• Enough room to enable you to stand and swing your arms

• Laptop, pad, or smart phone that allows video calls

• Internet connection and ability to connect to Zoom

  
  

Other resources for beginner Zen students:

• Video on how to do Zen meditation

• Instructions for beginners

• Resources on hara breathing

• Frequently asked questions

• Video explanation on why we don’t move during zazen.