This class is for those who are new to Soto Zen practice and those who have some experience and want to learn more. It will include:
basic instructions in sitting and walking meditation
Soto Zen in the context of Zen and Buddhism
basic Zen forms and rituals
This class will offered online via Zoom. The Zoom link will be published here the week before the date.
Dai-i Flo Rublee received lay ordination in 1998 and priest ordination in 2010 from Zoketsu Norman Fischer. She was shuso (head student) for our 2008 practice period. She is a retired physiotherapist and lives on the Sunshine Coast.
Kakuko Kaye Simard: received lay ordination in 2015 and priest ordination in 2019 from Myoshin Kate McCandless and Shinmon Michael Newton. She was shuso for our 2020 practice period. She is an (almost) retired registered nurse, with a wide range of experience., and lives in Vancouver.
Fee: This class is offered on a sliding scale basis ($0-20) depending on your means. Everyone is welcome.
Dana: Class fees go to support our programs, not to the teacher. Dana (the practice of generosity) supports their ability to offer the dharma/teachings. Dana can be offered to the teachers by e-transfer.
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