Chosei Zen Virtual Dojo is holding Level 1 Jiki/ Instructor Training on how to run a sitting group or be a jiki in the Virtual dojo or IZL programs. This is an annual training opportunity that can help hone your skills in leading Zen meditation and will utilize our recently updated instructor manual, which includes online adaptions for the jiki role.
Who is it for? Experienced practitioners interested in starting their own sitting groups or becoming a jiki for the Virtual Dojo or IZL programs, or current jikis who want to uplevel their skills. Chosei Zen students who have attended or are ready to attend sesshin/keishin and IZL students who have completed ZL3 are also eligible to attend. This is part of the required training for ZL Instructor certification.
What will you learn? We'll review all sections and resources associated with the Level 1 Instructor Manual, 2nd Edition, including:
How to set up a physical space for a sitting group or guide people in setting up their own spaces for online Zazen
The role of the jiki in person and online and best practices for being jiki
Exercises and practices for furthering students' training in Zen
When is it? This 2-part program will be held on Saturday, Nov 4 (9-11am CT/ 3-5pm CET) and Saturday, Nov 18 (10am-12pm CT/ 5-7pm CET).
What's Involved? Participants are expected to attend both parts and complete reading/viewing of the Instructor manual and materials before the 2nd session. This training is offered on a donation basis.
Next Step? Register below and you'll be sent the link for joining both sessions.
All training through Chosei Zen are donation-based and open to all regardless of ability to pay. All donations are very much appreciated and help keep our dojos running! You can donate here.