The summer camp: at the heart of Zen
The summer camp is a unique opportunity for all practitioners in Europe. It is the Ango, which translates in Japanese as “peaceful dwelling”, an unmissable gathering of the Sangha.
A thousand-year-old tradition that we perpetuate every year. The summer camp brings together nuns and monks, bodhisattvas, and all those wishing to live an authentic experience in the Yujo Nyusanji Temple, in the Haut-Languedoc.
It is the highlight of the year, a precious parenthesis to fully recharge. Crossing the door of the temple means choosing to take a break, to withdraw from the turbulence of social life to find calm and serenity.
Zazen is at the heart of our daily practice. The samu, on the other hand, allows everyone to invest in the activities they wish, while contributing to the proper functioning of temple life.
Our sessions include:
- A preparation of 4 to 6 days followed by a sesshin (period of more intense practice).
- Teaching in the dojo (kusen).
- Samu: participation in the traditional daily tasks of the temples: Zen cooking, vegetable garden, maintenance, and sewing of the Kesa.
- Various activities: yoga, do-in, shiatsu, etc.
To learn more about the summer camp, visit the page: What is the summer camp?
First session - July 17 to 25
Information and registration
We offer several prices:
- For those able to pay the session at a fairer value: 470 €
- For people who have very limited resources: 375 €
- Youth under 26: 200 €.
(Sesshin only: 175 € or 145 € reduced rate.)
Full board accommodation is included in the price.
Rate for children: up to 3 years old: fuse (free participation); from 3 to 8 years old: 30% of the adult rate; over 8 years old: 50% of the adult rate.
See the list of those registered for this retreat.
Register
If you encounter a problem registering, please contact us.
Conditions
It is recommended to register at least two weeks in advance (food orders, etc.).
To participate in a retreat at the temple, you must pay your membership fee to the ABZD association for the current year (if you haven’t already). For this, please consult: Membership.
By registering, you accept the internal rules of the temple.
A sesshin or a session is done from the first to the last day and in all cases is paid in full. In case of a request for an exemption from this rule, make it in a justified manner by contacting us.
What to bring
Zafu (meditation cushion), a sleeping bag and warm clothes, whatever the season. The temple is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 800 meters. Even in summer, evenings and nights can be cool, and it can rain from time to time.
Teaching
This session is led by Master Pierre Soko Leroux. Learn more
Where and when
From Friday, July 17 to Saturday, July 25, 5 days preparation, 1 day of rest, 2 and a half days of sesshin.
Arrival at the session or sesshin is the day before from 5 pm. The samu to prepare the session or sesshin starts at 6 pm.
At the Yujo Nyusanji Zen Temple (presentation).
Address: Temple zen du Caroux, Route du Hameau de Douch, 34610 Rosis. See how to access it
For carpooling, once your registration is validated, you will receive a link to a carpooling platform dedicated to this event. You can offer or find rides to get to the temple.
Second session - July 27 to August 4
Information and registration
We offer several prices:
- For those able to pay the session at a fairer value: 470 €
- For people who have very limited resources: 375 €
- Youth under 26: 200 €.
(Sesshin only: 175 € or 145 € reduced rate.)
Full board accommodation is included in the price.
Rate for children: up to 3 years old: fuse (free participation); from 3 to 8 years old: 30% of the adult rate; over 8 years old: 50% of the adult rate.
See the list of those registered for this retreat.
Register
If you encounter a problem registering, please contact us.
Conditions
It is recommended to register at least two weeks in advance (food orders, etc.).
To participate in a retreat at the temple, you must pay your membership fee to the ABZD association for the current year (if you haven’t already). For this, please consult: Membership.
By registering, you accept the internal rules of the temple.
A sesshin or a session is done from the first to the last day and in all cases is paid in full. In case of a request for an exemption from this rule, make it in a justified manner by contacting us.
What to bring
Zafu (meditation cushion), a sleeping bag and warm clothes, whatever the season. The temple is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 800 meters. Even in summer, evenings and nights can be cool, and it can rain from time to time.
Teaching
This session is led by Master Christophe Ryurin Desmur. Learn more
Where and when
From Monday, July 27 to Tuesday, August 4, 5 days preparation, 1 day of rest, 2 and a half days of sesshin.
Arrival at the session or sesshin is the day before from 5 pm. The samu to prepare the session or sesshin starts at 6 pm.
At the Yujo Nyusanji Zen Temple (presentation).
Address: Temple zen du Caroux, Route du Hameau de Douch, 34610 Rosis. See how to access it
For carpooling, once your registration is validated, you will receive a link to a carpooling platform dedicated to this event. You can offer or find rides to get to the temple.
Third session - August 7 to 16
Information and registration
We offer several prices:
- For those able to pay the session at a fairer value: 525 €
- For people who have very limited resources: 420 €
- Youth under 26: 200 €.
(Sesshin only: 235 € or 190 € reduced rate.)
Full board accommodation is included in the price.
Rate for children: up to 3 years old: fuse (free participation); from 3 to 8 years old: 30% of the adult rate; over 8 years old: 50% of the adult rate.
See the list of those registered for this retreat.
Register
If you encounter a problem registering, please contact us.
Conditions
It is recommended to register at least two weeks in advance (food orders, etc.).
To participate in a retreat at the temple, you must pay your membership fee to the ABZD association for the current year (if you haven’t already). For this, please consult: Membership.
By registering, you accept the internal rules of the temple.
A sesshin or a session is done from the first to the last day and in all cases is paid in full. In case of a request for an exemption from this rule, make it in a justified manner by contacting us.
What to bring
Zafu (meditation cushion), a sleeping bag and warm clothes, whatever the season. The temple is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 800 meters. Even in summer, evenings and nights can be cool, and it can rain from time to time.
Teaching
This session is led by Master Paula Rei Kiku Femenias. Learn more
Where and when
From Friday, August 7 to Sunday, August 16, 5 days preparation, 1 day of rest, 3 and a half days of sesshin.
Arrival at the session or sesshin is the day before from 5 pm. The samu to prepare the session or sesshin starts at 6 pm.
At the Yujo Nyusanji Zen Temple (presentation).
Address: Temple zen du Caroux, Route du Hameau de Douch, 34610 Rosis. See how to access it
For carpooling, once your registration is validated, you will receive a link to a carpooling platform dedicated to this event. You can offer or find rides to get to the temple.
Three sessions (permanent)
Permanents are participants who stay for the entire camp and are involved in its organization and operation. They must arrive one day before the start of the first session (Wednesday, July 15) and leave one day after the last session (Monday, August 17) to help prepare and clean up the temple. Learn more about being a permanent.
Permanents benefit from a special rate: 675€ for the three sessions.
(A contribution of 16€ will be requested for each day of late arrival or early departure.)
See the list of registered permanents.
Register as a permanent
If you encounter a problem registering, please contact us.
Conditions
Please register at least one month before the start of the camp.
To participate in a retreat at the temple, you must pay your membership fee to the ABZD association for the current year (if you haven’t already). For this, please consult: Membership.
By registering, you accept the internal rules of the temple.
What to bring
Zafu (meditation cushion), a sleeping bag and warm clothes, whatever the season. The temple is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 800 meters. Even in summer, evenings and nights can be cool, and it can rain from time to time.
Where and when
From Wednesday, July 15 to Monday, August 17.
At the Yujo Nyusanji Zen Temple (presentation).
Address: Temple zen du Caroux, Route du Hameau de Douch, 34610 Rosis. See how to access it
Intersession days
Trainees: 8€ for the night and breakfast, 8€ for lunch and/or dinner. Permanents: one fuse per meal.
Receiving ordination
Ordinations will take place during the sesshin of the 3rd session. The participation for ordinations is 160€ for monks and nuns, and 100€ for bodhisattvas.
The practice of zazen
The practice of zazen is the essence of Zen.
Sitting on a round cushion (zafu), legs in the lotus or half-lotus position, knees resting on the floor, back straight, neck stretched, left hand on the right hand, the edge of the hands against the lower abdomen, in total immobility.
Breathing is calm, we concentrate more specifically on the exhalation.
The conscious mind is at rest, without entertaining or rejecting thoughts, we let them pass by concentrating on the posture and breathing.
To learn more, visit the page: Zazen, the Zen meditation.
Cancellation policy
If after your registration, you must cancel your participation in the retreat, please inform us as soon as possible.
You can cancel up to 7 days before the start of the retreat without conditions. After this period, a valid reason must be presented.