Intensive

The Silent Illumination method will be taught in the context of daily life activities, such as sitting, standing, walking, sleeping, working, and eating. Chanting and gentle yoga exercises further harmonize the body, breath, and mind. The retreat also includes daily lectures, meditation instruction, guided meditation, and personal interviews.

This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience the practice of meditation. It is also a fantastic way to treat yourself. Give your “self” a weekend of meditation, experiencing and enjoying the benefits of Chan practice.

Thoroughly confronting this question can take us directly to the center of our being. Over the course of this five-day retreat you will investigate the question "Who am I?" within a standard retreat framework, using silent sitting meditation in conjunction with the communication exercise, a unique method of verbal inquiry. This format allows you to use words to go beyond words and thereby enter the main gate of Chan.

Enjoy a two-day break to settle your mind, allowing you to maintain a constant awareness of your every activity.

This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience the practice of meditation. It is also a fantastic way to treat yourself. Give your “self” a weekend of meditation, experiencing and enjoying the benefits of Chan practice.

The annual Winter Retreat, also known as the Snow Retreat, is designed to provide an intensive meditation practice experience. In this 7-day retreat, you will have the opportunity to practice the huatou with total dedication.

The annual Winter Retreat, also known as the Snow Retreat, is designed to provide an intensive meditation practice experience. In this 15-day Silent Illumination retreat, together we will embody lucid spaciousness.