Retreats

Find Your True North: Zen Retreats

Step out of the noise, into the silence. Our retreats–ranging from one to seven days–are sanctuaries for rediscovery. Immerse yourself in meditation, emerge with clarity. Guided by seasoned teachers, nurtures by daily wisdom talks, these journeys are your path back to center. Come, breathe, awaken.

Upcoming Retreats

Winter Retreat: December 1-7, 2024

Winter Meditation Retreat:
Illuminating the Dark: Where Stillness and Silence Meet

Dec. 1–7, 2024 (Full 7-Day) | Dec. 1-4 (3-Day Option) | In-person & On-line | Nonresidential

As snow blankets the landscape and nature enters a period of quiet rest, we are called to turn inward. This season of stillness offers the perfect opportunity to deepen your Zen practice and cultivate inner warmth and clarity. Join us for our annual Winter Meditation Retreat, a profound journey guided by our esteemed co-founders, Roshi Robert Althouse and Roshi June Tanoue. With decades of combined experience they’ll lead you through the transformative practice of intensive meditation, insightful dharma talks, and personal teacher interviews, helping you find serenity amidst the winter’s hush.

Choose Your Path to Peace:

  • Full 7-Day Retreat (Dec. 1-7): Immerse yourself fully in the rhythms of Zen life.

  • 3-Day Option (Dec. 1-4): A shorter, but no less profound journey into stillness.

  • Part-Time Participation: Join for mornings or evening sessions to fit your schedule.

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to Zen, this retreat meets you where you are. In-person at our serene Oak Park center, youll enjoy nourishing meals and the support of a dedicated community. Or, join us online from anywhere in the world.

In the midst of modern life’s constant changes, Zen offers a timeless anchor. Deepen your roots in practice, find stability in the present moment, and harvest the fruits of camer, clearer mind.

Spaces are limited. Register now or call 708.680-1220. Invest in your growth. The ripples will touch every part of your life.

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KELLY, OAK PARK, IL, USA

I found this virtual retreat to be very supportive of my practice. What a wonderful Sangha we have at the ZLMC! Experiencing the retreat in my own home stretched me to see more closely how my spiritual practice ties into my daily life. I’m glad I took the time to participate and I will be attending again.