The Toulouse zen dojo is an authentic and traditional Zen dojo dedicated to the daily practice of Zen.

The responsible has received monk or nun ordination, and practice the main sesshins within the Kosen Sangha.

The dojo welcomes anybody wishing to discover the practice of zazen, in the spirit transmitted by Master Deshimaru.

On the days and times shown below, the Dojo is opened for the practice of Zazen. Zazen lasts around an hour and a half. We ask you to arrive 10 minutes in advance to prepare yourself for Zazen.

 MorningEvening
Tuesday07:00 
Wednesday  19:00
Thursday07:00 
Friday  19:00
Saturday08:30 

Beginners' course in the practice of Zazen

The beginners' course takes place each Monday,

During the beginners' course, you will be shown the different sorts of meditation exercises which are traditionally practiced in an authentic Zen Dojo : Zazen, Kin-Hin, Sampaï, Gassho.

You will be assisted in the practice of these various exercises by zen monks or advanced practitioners. You will also learn about proper behaviour and attitude in a Dojo during meditation.

The course lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a 1 hour Zazen. This is free of charge. No need to register in advance. Just dress in loose fitting, dark clothes.

Initiation à la posture mercredi 19 heures, vendredi 18 heures 30 et samedi 8 heures. La couture des kesa et rakusu a lieu tous les samedis matin de 10h30 à 12h30. Si vous souhaitez y participer n'oubliez pas de prévenir le dojo. L'atelier d'art floral japonais "ikebana" de l'école Ohara Tokyo vous accueille au dojo Zen le mardi une fois par mois, contacter la responsable Bernadette Turpin : contact@ikebana-zen.com

Address : 51, rue Bayard 31000 TOULOUSE FRANCE

Address : 51, rue Bayard 31000 TOULOUSE FRANCE

Tel. : (0)5 61 99 27 37

Website : Toulouse zen dojo

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