This is a concentrated online morning of zazen, chanting, bodywork, and breath. It is not an all-day retreat. The aim is to ground yourself and step into your life with clarity rather than stress. Our emphasis is kiai — the unified energy that arises when body, breath, and voice work as one. Practicing together online builds a collective resonance that supports each person’s own sitting. Zen practice softens the obstructions of dualistic seeing and loosens mental fixations, allowing a more integrated and clear state of mind to emerge.

A detailed schedule by time zone is below. The first zazen at 7:00 AM CT is open to the public through the Daily Zazen link. And then we’ll switch to the Zazenkai link you’ll receive in your email. Please bring your own tea.