The result is confusion and harm. A retreat can be thought of as reacquainting ourselves with the original instructions that came with our model. Sitting a Zen retreat is a vital part of the process of waking up to our true self. While retreatants are encouraged to participate for both days of a two-day Yong Maeng Jong Jin retreat, you may choose to participate for either day. Participants are asked to register at least 48 hours in advance , and bring loose clothing and toilet articles.
Beginners are welcome.
Contact the Zen Center for more information. From time to timewe also host retreats in other formats as well, these include Work Retreats and Christian Buddhist Retreats. Work Retreats Work Retreats are similar to Yong Maeng Jong Jin retreats, but have an extended morning work period and an additional afternoon work period. These silent work periods provide a wonderful opportunity to integrate our formal Zen practice into everyday kinds of activities, as well as a chance for us to contribute to the physical well being of the center facility. Christian-Buddhist Retreats Christians and Buddhists can use very similar techniques of contemplative prayer and meditation to help make their spiritual teachings a living part of their daily existence.