Spring Ango

Name: Spring Ango
Start: 2023-03-19T09:00:00-07:00
End: 2023-03-19T13:00:00-07:00
Location: Zoom

March 19 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Ango is a traditional time of concentrated Zen practice marked by an increased commitment to zazen and study together. Our new Spring Ango includes a 2 month vow, one month shorter than our fall practice period. Making a commitment helps develop a deeper understanding of how Zen functions in one’s life. While there are minimum requirements for participation, each person tailors their vow to adapt to their own life circumstances. By supporting one another amidst the joys and challenges of daily life, members learn from one another and experience the warm support and challenge that comes with a small group traveling together.

Basic Commitment: Participants should have some experience with Zen practice and be a member at Empty Field Zen West. Each person makes their own vow of practice they plan to maintain during the 2 months that includes regular zazen, attendance at 2 of the 3 one day retreats, and meeting with the teacher in sanzen. Participants tailor additional commitments in a way that reflects their availability including attending regular evening sittings and sharing reflections with the group’s online forum.

2023 Retreats (Held at Zen West with Zoom Option)
Mar 19, April 16, May 21

Details

Date:: March 19
Time:: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue

Zoom

online platform United States + Google Map

Free Retreat and Event Registration

Registration

To register for a retreat or event, please fill out the below form. Most retreats are open to beginners, but some may not be suitable for those with particular limitations. Feel free to contact us via the question form on the right if you have questions whether a particular retreat is a good fit for your level of experience. You may also use the form to ask any additional questions you may need answered.

Registration Form

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Are you a member of Zen sangha? If so, which one(s)?

Have you had any retreat experience? Please explain briefly:

Do you have any physical or medical conditions that would limit your participation? If so, please explain:

Are you currently experiencing any mental health issues or taking medications that may impact extended meditation? (this is kept confidential) If so, please explain:

All meals are vegetarian. Do you have any additional dietary restrictions that cannot be avoided for the retreat period?

Do you have any other special needs that you’d like us to be aware of, or other questions or concerns?

If you are coming from a distance, are you interested in offering a ride to someone from your area?

If you are not already receiving our EFZ/ZW weekly email, would you like to be added to our list announcing dharma talks, retreats and events?

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