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A First Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everything you need to know before coming to Zen River<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Welcome to Zen River<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are completely new to Zen or already have meditation experience, you are welcome to visit. You don’t need to know the forms or understand Zen practice beforehand. We will guide you and help you find your way. Most important is a willingness to learn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When to visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a first visit, it is best to start with one of our retreats – a Gy\u014dji Week or Sesshin. During these weeks, we give an introduction to our style of Zen practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrival for the instructions is always between 11 & 12 a.m. on the first day of the retreat. A resident will be there to welcome you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday Open Evening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every Sunday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, we open the temple up for a tour, public service, and meditation afterwards. Anyone is welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Guided Tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We regularly give tours to schools, companies or other groups. If you are interested, please feel welcome to contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to bring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n