Zen Meditation
ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
“To practice zazen with a group is the most important thing for us – because this practice is the original way of life.” Shunryu Suzuki
Meet the Head Monk at his meditation temple in Japan, virtually, who will guide you through a Zazen experience. Join discussions afterwards if you wish, leave the session feeling calm, refreshed and connected.
Whether it is your first meditation, or you practise it regularly, let’s practicing breathing techniques, focus and engage in Zen meditation together. Our sessions are welcoming, relaxed and personalised to our members.
Wish to make a positive change? Part of your membership fee is donated to charities, including “NPO Temple Offerings Clubs” for children in need.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMMES
Zen Meditation
1 hour. 11am - 12noon (GMT) Zoom session, 3 times monthly.
This refreshing experience is held both in Japanese and English.
£25 per month for members. Find out Membership
*We also welcome enquiries for private sessions. Fill in the enquiry form at the bottom of this page and we will get back to you.
Meditation Starter Kit
Everything you need to engage with this experience. Our monthly gift provides essential support and inspirational guidance for your wellness journey.
Examples, one item per month, images for illustration only:
Zafu Meditation Cushion, made by Award winning interior designers in England.
Japanese Incense Sticks and Holder. From reputable incense makers incl Shoyeido in Kyoto, with their twelve generations of excellence, considered the highest quality and most natural in the world of incense.
Carefully selected books in aid of meditation.
ABOUT THE TEACHER
Yoshiki-san（野田芳樹）, Vice Abbot at the Rinshouji Temple (林昌寺) in Japan, Rinzai-Zen school.
“Zazen is a sitting meditation of Buddhism. Beyond the distance, let's sit and be calm together. Please have a line of mind and breath with Zazen. We hope you can feel the joy of being "here and now”.”
＊Any age, gender, nationality, religion is welcomed. You can join and leave freely during sessions.
STRUCTURE OF THE PRACTICE
Waiting room open 5mins before
Greeting, updates, reflections and how to Zazen, 15mins
Zazen session, 20mins
Break, 5mins
Participants chat time, 15mins
Chanting sutra 5mins.
Enhance your experience by using our kit:
Light an incense stick
Sit on a Zafu cushion
Sitting on a chair is OK. And Gazen (Zen in lying down position) is also OK, if you are receiving medical treatment.
Book Your Experience
The zoom links will be emailed to you directly.
MAKE ENQUIRY
Love to hear from you. Please use the form to send your questions.