Zoom link to join any meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/380837494
We meet on Zoom and in person at Freedom Counseling and Yoga. Address and map here: https://zenartsflorida.com/contact/
Pre-registration isn’t required unless specified. When specified, to register for an event, click here and donate the appropriate amount. https://zenartsflorida.com/support-us/
Zen 101, 4 Week Course. Fridays, Sept. 25th – Oct. 16th, 7 to 8:30pm
On Zoom and in person at our regular location.
Fridays, Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16. 7 to 8:30pm
Address: https://zenartsflorida.com/contact/
Free for Members of Zen & the Arts
$75 for Non-members
A great offering for those new to Zen practice, or experienced meditators wanting to revisit the fundamentals. If you’re struggling to commit to a regular meditation practice, or not sure how to begin, this course may be for you. Or perhaps you’ve been practicing for a while, but want to reignite your practice in some way. We will cover many topics including Zen history and philosophy, meditation practices, teaching stories called koans, and creative practice. Our time together will include:
*Teaching and discussion
*Guided and silent meditation
*Journaling and art practice
*Homework that will fold meditation and Zen study into your daily life
Please allow for at least 30 minutes of daily homework that may include meditation, reading, journaling, and/or art practice. This daily commitment is essential to this course, so please consider whether or not you can find this time at home. Please bring a journal. Recordings will be available if you need to miss a week. To learn more about the facilitator, Sensei Laurie, click here.https://zenartsflorida.com/about-us/
Required reading: Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/zen-mind-beginners-mind-by-shunryu-suzuki/251995/?resultid=14a0a764-01c3-4c22-8f81-1b999c931104#edition=1262941&idiq=3814542
Optional reading: Buddhish, by Pierce Salguero https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/buddhish-a-guide-to-the-20-most-important-buddhist-ideas-for-the-curious-and-skeptical_c-pierce-salguero/28729198/?resultid=21bceb1f-5801-4508-a4e0-136d089113a6#edition=59733156&idiq=47425428
Register: Please visit this link. https://zenartsflorida.com/support-us/ Make your donation of $75, and include a note indicating you’re signing up for Zen 101. Members, please send me a text or email to sign up. The course is free for you! Confirmation will be sent upon registration.
Email or call with any questions. practice@zenartsflorida.com, (239) 961-2491.
Meditation and Dharma Talk: Every Sunday, 10 to 11:15am
Our main weekly gathering, in person and on Zoom. 30 minutes of zazen (silent seated meditation), followed by walking meditation, then a Dharma talk and discussion on Zen teachings.
Newcomer’s Orientation: First Sunday of each month, 9:30 to 10am
Recommended for anyone coming to practice with us for the first time. A great chance for us to get to know each other. We will introduce you to the space, our zendo etiquette, and give you some zazen (seated meditation) instructions as needed.
Zazen and Liturgy. Last Sunday of each month, 10-11:15am.
In person and on Zoom. 30 minutes of zazen (silent seated meditation), followed by walking meditation. The meeting will conclude with a chanting service incorporating traditional Zen Buddhist liturgy.
Meditation at Baker Park: Wednesdays, 8 – 8:30am.
Join us for outdoor meditation at Baker Park! Facilitated by Zen & the Arts member, Andrew Ellis, an informal gathering each Wednesday morning.
WHERE: Baker Park: 50 Riverside Circle, Naples , FL. Once you park, walk up the stairs towards the big grass field. Head to the right, and we’ll meet at the big concrete circle .
BRING: You may need any of the following: meditation cushion, hat, sunglasses, bug spray, SPF, water bottle.
CONTACT: Andrew Ellis, (508) 524-5301, ellisjunior@gmail.com
Dokusan, Face to Face Teachings, 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month.
5 to 7pm by appointment. On Zoom.
This is an opportunity to meet individually with the teacher to discuss your meditation practice. How are you working on your cushion? How is your practice functioning in your daily life? You may decide to take up koan practice with Laurie, or discuss other matters related to Zen practice. You can email, call or text Laurie to schedule time (15 -20 minutes) within the 5-7pm blocks. Email practice@zenartsflorida.com. Call or text (239) 961-2491. It’s recommended to sit a period of zazen prior to your meeting to settle in. Zoom in using our regular link above. Free for members. By donation for non-members.
Zen Origami, Next date TBD
Following our regular Sunday morning meeting. In person at our regular location (no Zoom option).
Free for members, by donation for non-members.
Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper, is a fun and mindful art practice. We begin with a blank square of paper, and fold by fold, our creations come to life in our hands. Zen teachings will inspire the models we fold. Creations may include animals, flowers, boxes, and more. All materials provided. You’ll go home with several origami creations to share or gift! No previous experience required.