This retreat took place Saturday, August 15, 2026 – Saturday, August 15, 2026. View upcoming retreats at Great Vow Zen Monastery.

Saturday
15
August 2026

Summer Zazenkai: A One Day Meditation Retreat

Soto Zen

Soto Zensilentday-sitzazen

One-day silent zazen retreat at Great Vow Zen Monastery. Extended sitting periods in the support of community practice.

About this retreat

This is a single-day silent retreat built around longer zazen (sitting meditation) periods than a typical weeknight practice. The retreat is held under "noble silence"—no talking or eye contact—which creates a container for deeper focus.

The center has not yet published the schedule, teacher, or specific sitting-period structure. Contact Great Vow Zen Monastery directly for details on arrival time, number of sits, meal arrangements, and what experience level is expected.

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Originally listed on Great Vow Zen Monastery's website.

Full details from Great Vow Zen Monastery

Experience deeper practice within a container of noble silence. Longer zazen hours and the support of community help reveal capabilities and reopen the window of possibility during this one-day meditation retreat.

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Tuesday – Sunday · 6 days

Sep 08 – Sep 13

Jizo Sesshin

Great Vow Zen Monastery

Soto Zen · silent · residential
$280