July sessions 2025

PRESENTATION

DISCOVER, DEEPEN AND SHARE THE WAY OF ZEN

This progressive experience will enable you to participate in enriching daily teachings and enriching exchanges with elders in the tradition. You’ll immerse yourself in the values of community life and experience the ceremonies and rituals ceremonies and rituals emblematic of this traditional Japanese way. Days are punctuated by zazen sessions zazen sessions (two or four depending on the day). It’s best to bring your own zafu (meditation cushions) or meditation bench. The daily programme also includes meals taken in silence and the practice of samu, the service dedicated to community. The first three days are devoted to the preparation, followed by a day and a half of sesshin, an intensive retreat. Throughout the week, workshops are offered: yoga, Qi gong, Tai chi, fascia work, etc. These complementary workshops are designed to facilitate posture and deepen the zazen experience.

PROGRAMME

RATES

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

To find out :

What to bring
Information on what to wear
Accommodation
Access to La Gendronnière temple

Please read the PRACTICAL INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE

IF YOU ARE ARRIVING BY TRAIN: there is a free shuttle service between Onzain station and La Gendronnière. If you are interested, please mention it in the ‘remarks’ section when you register.