Solstice Zazenkai: A One Day Meditation Retreat

Name: Solstice Zazenkai: A One Day Meditation Retreat
Start: 2026-04-25T16:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-04-26T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Great Vow Zen Monastery
Rating: 4.7

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Description

Step into a day of deeper practice held in noble silence, where extended zazen and the steady support of community can open new space for insight and possibility. This Zazenkai is a chance to strengthen your seasonal practice and join in keeping the wheel of Dharma turning.

Prerequisite: If you have not attended a retreat before, please join an Investigating Zen Practice workshop or one of our regular sitting programs first, so you can receive face-to-face Zen meditation instruction before registering. If you have questions, please reach out.

The suggested donation includes a vegetarian/vegan lunch. No one is turned away for lack of funds. These retreats often fill with waitlists, so if you need to cancel, please do so as soon as possible so your place can be offered to someone else.

This retreat is held in silence.

7:30 a.m. Zazen
9:00 a.m. Full Chanting Service
9:30 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m. Work Circle (work practice includes cleaning, cooking, or gardening)
11:00 a.m. Zazen
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Zazen
2:00 p.m. Dharma Talk
3:00 p.m. Break
3:30 p.m. Zazen
5:00 p.m. Closing Circle and Temple Cleaning

Please note: This is an approximation; Zazenkai schedules may vary.

This event is in-person only.

Teachers

Larry Fuho Trussell

Bio Larry Fuho Trussell has been devoted to Zen practice since 1976, bringing decades of depth and experience to his teaching. In 2015, he received Lay Transmission from Chozen and Hogen Roshi, marking an important milestone in his path. At Heart of Wisdom, he serves as the lead teacher for Sunday morning practice, offering a grounded and steady presence for the...

Darah Shonin Ashton

About Darah Shonin Ashton Darah Shonin Ashton has been part of the Zen Community of Oregon since 2009 and became a Dharma holder in 2019. She currently co-leads Thursday evening meditation at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple, offering a grounded and welcoming presence to those who gather for practice. In addition to her role in the Zen community, she has served as...

Jogen Salzberg, Sensei

Bio Jogen Salzberg, Sensei has been devoted to Zen practice since 1997, bringing decades of grounded experience and insight to his teaching. He entered monastic training at Great Vow in 2003 and received Dharma Transmission in 2017 from Chozen Bays, Roshi and Hogen Bays, Roshi. Each week, he leads the Wednesday evening meditation gathering, offering a steady space for practice, reflection,...

Laura Jomon Martin

BioLaura Jomon Martin has been devoted to Zen practice since 2004 and received Lay Teacher Transmission from Chozen and Hogen Roshi in 2019. Within the ZCO Sangha, she has contributed in a range of roles, including leading retreats and classes, and she remains deeply engaged in sangha-building and organizational development.Alongside her spiritual path, Laura brings a long professional background in...

Ed Gensho Welsh

Ed Gensho Welsh is a Dharma Holder who has been part of the Zen community of Oregon since 2002, bringing more than two decades of committed practice to his teaching. In 2016, he was recognized as a Dharma Holder, reflecting his long-standing dedication to the path. He co-leads the Thursday evening program at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple and also...