NORTH SHORE ZENDO

We can offer free instruction in Zen meditation for anyone who wishes to learn, including zazen (sitting meditation practice), kinhin (walking meditation) and other practice forms which we follow in the zendo. The instructions are simple and the practice can be learned by anyone. It is not necessary to be able to sit cross legged on the floor. You may sit on a chair or bench if you prefer.We are all beginners and we aspire to the fresh attention of beginning in our practice and our lives, recognizing that not knowing is most intimate.

Newcomers are asked to first email our orientation coordinator Myokai (milemess@yahoo.ca) before coming to the zendo for the first time. We currently offer free orientations every Sunday morning at 8 am. Contact Myokai for details. If you are unable to attend at 8 am on Sunday, please email Myokai to let her know what times and days you are available for an orientation and she will try to find a orientation guide who is available then. Orientations can be done in person or over Zoom, and usually take 45 minutes to an hour.

Please arrive 15 minutes early the first time you attend Thursday sittings at the zendo, and 10 minutes early for Sunday sittings. Please arrive on time and wear loose, neutral coloured, comfortable clothing. Please do not wear clothing that draws attention or could be distracting, such as: shorts, short skirts, tank tops or shirts with pictures or messages. Please turn off your cell phone and any other electronic devices.