Beginner’s Mind Sesshin

A 3-day meditation retreat
(Zoom & In-person)

Thursday, February 19 (eve.) – Sunday, February 22
(REGISTER BELOW)

Led by Sensei George Mukei Horner

RETREAT INFO

Sesshin, “to unify the mind,” is an essential practice for the deepening for one’s zazen. This introductory sesshin is designed to introduce you to sesshin practice by providing more opportunities for instruction, questions, and explanations. Full time participation is encouraged as it’s only a little over three days. If you wish to participate part time, please let Myoki know your precise attendance, including expected arrival and departure times. Part time consists of at least a half a day, including all scheduled activities. Housing is not guaranteed. First come, first served. Newcomers* please also fill out the application online. Both first time and seasoned practitioners are encouraged and welcome to participate. Schedule and details to follow. Newcomers especially welcome.

Click here to view tentative schedule.

*Non-members and new members: Attending an in-person “Introduction to Zen Meditation Class” is a prerequisite for attending all onsite activities.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER

In-person participants:

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS THURSDAY, February 12.

In-person participation is limited. Please register early to guarantee a seat in the Zendo.

Zoom Participants:

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 @ 9 a.m.

$25 fee will be charged for dropping out or registering past posted deadlines.

Members: $40/Day; $120/Fulltime

Non-Members: $60/Day; $180/Fulltime

EMAIL TO ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL GO OUT THE MORNING OF THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19.

SENSEI GEORGE MUKEI HORNER

Sensei George Mukei Horner is a preceptor and Dharma Holder at the Zen Center of Los Angeles, where he has been a member since 1984. He received Dharma Transmission (Denbo) from Roshi Egyoku in 2022. He served as the Zendo Steward for various years, overseeing the training of service positions for the meditation hall, and continues as an instructor for various classes offered at ZCLA.

REGISTRATION

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Membership Status *

• Member
• Non-Member

Participation Type *

• In-person
• Zoom

Length of Stay *

• Full Time
• Part Time

By selecting "Full Time, you are indicating that you will be available for the entire sesshin schedule with no exceptions.
Part time consists of at least a half a day, including all scheduled activities.

Arrival Date/Time *

Date

Time

Departure Date/Time *

Date

Time

Housing (+$30/night) *

• Single Room
• Double Room
• N/A

We will try to honor requests for single rooms as space allows.
If you have a valid reason for your request, please explain in the "Notes" section.

Oryoki Rental (+$25) *

• Full
• Partial
• N/A

Please indicate if you will be needing a full or partial oryoki rental.
A full set includes bowls, utensils, linens and chant card.
A partial set includes any of those individual items.
All are charged the same fee.

Linen Rental (+$25) *

• Yes
• No

Please indicate if you will be needing linen rentals for your stay.

Please type any additional notes regarding your registration:

Do you have mobility issues that make walking up and down stairs difficult? Do you snore loudly? Do you have food allergies? Let us know.

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The Zen Center policy is to turn no one away for lack of funds. If you have concerns about payments click here to request Dharma Training Fund. If you have any other questions, please contact Myoki at programsteward@zcla.org.