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Zazenkai
A Zazenkai is a day of extended practice. Zazenkai provides an opportunity for extended sitting and deepening of practice. The day is led by either Mari Rhydwen Roshi or Chris Barker Sensei. The Teacher offers dokusan (personal interview) and an encouragement talk in the afternoon.
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These events are run online, via Zoom.
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Six online Zazenkais are scheduled for 2026.
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Some dates may change. They are currently scheduled for:
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Sunday, 22 February
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Sunday, 26 April
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Sunday, 21 June
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Sunday, 23 August
- ​Sunday, 18 October
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Saturday, 5th December
Photo: Mari Rhydwen Roshi giving an encouragement talk during a Zazenkai​ in October 2023

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