During this evening retreat, we will alternate periods of zazen (seated meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation). Jokai Blackwell Roshi will offer an opportunity for one-on-one private interview, followed by a dharma talk. Our meeting will be conducted in essential silence with guidance offered at the beginning.

A one-on-one interview is a private meeting with a teacher to discuss your meditation practice and ask any questions you might have. Interviews are optional for newcomers and encouraged for regular practitioners.

This meeting is suitable for both beginning and experienced meditators. Attendance is particularly encouraged for those wishing to deepen their realization of Zen.

Schedule

• 6:00PM – Welcome and Introductions

• 6:05PM – Zazen, Seated Meditation

• 6:35PM – Walking Meditation

• 6:40PM – Zazen, Seated Meditation

• 7:10PM – Walking Meditation

  PLEASE NOTE: One-on-one interviews take place in a private break-out room during the sitting and walking meditation. Interviews are optional.

• 7:15PM – Dharma Talk with questions and comments

• 8:00PM – Closing

This evening retreat is held online quarterly on the first Tuesday of the designated month from 6:00PM- 8:00PM (PST)