This class is for those who are new to Soto Zen practice and those who have some experience and want to learn more. Guided by Myosen River Shannon and Dai-i Flo Rublee, time together will include: .
Introduction to Soto Zen,
zazen (sitting meditation), kinhin (walking meditation) and practice forms
Zazen posture, physical aspects, and accessible alternatives to traditional sitting practice
Opportunity to discuss any issues/concerns that you may be encountering during zazen.
Flo: received lay ordination in 1998 and priest ordination in 2010 from Zoketsu Norman Fischer and dharma transmission in 2023. She was shuso for our 2008 practice period. She is a retired physiotherapist and lives in Roberts Creek on the Sunshine Coast.
River: received lay ordination in 2018, and was ordained as a Zen priest on 2023. She works as the staff lawyer at QMUNITY's 2SLGBTQIA legal clinic and is an accredited Family Mediator.
Location: In person at the Wall Street zendo (2016 Wall Street, Vancouver, BC)
Fee: This class is offered on a sliding scale basis ($0-20) depending on your means. Everyone is welcome
