Each summer we take a week to study a fascicle of Dogen’s Shobogenzo.

The focus of sesshin is sustaining practice during an intensive period, acting out our Buddhahood in the meditation, disciplines and rituals of a traditional Zen retreat. Sesshin is gathering our intention in a resolute and dignified manner so that we can put it directly on what is most important. We do this for a week in a structured and supportive container, and then bring the perspective gained to the rest of our life.

See the schedule.

Genzo-E is a traditional sesshin with more restricted entry times. Free drop-ins are available at the start of the day (5am) until breakfast (not including breakfast) and again at the start of evening meditation (7pm) through vespers. Any participant who stays beyond those times will need to register for the retreat.

Participants who are attending only selected days will need to enter the retreat at 4:45am or 7pm. There is no need to pay the day fee if you are arriving at 7pm. Please email the shuso your arrival time after you register at .

For financial assistance, see the scholarship application and contact the shuso at . For other questions or concerns about your attendance, please contact the shuso. Registration is required.

Early morning and evening are open for drop-in attendance in person. Zoom is available for the early morning program, 5am to 7:20am.