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Gassho Retreats

Dominican Republic
Mid Range RetreatWeekend Retreats Buddhist - ZenMindfulnessYoga
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Amenities

Airport transfersBathroom essentialsBreakfast includedInternetLunch includedMeditation ClassesSupper IncludedSwimming PoolYoga Classes

Description of the Retreat

The “Introduction to Zen” retreat from Gassho Retreats is scheduled around long weekends and has the objective of introducing Zen meditation to people with hectic lives. We will spend 4 days and 3 nights combining meditation, gentle yoga and wholesome foods with plenty of rest and hydration. The objective is to pause and learn valuable tools for incorporating a meditation practice in one’s life, regardless of how busy it may be.
Meditation sessions will be held twice per day, and they will be guided by Rev. Ryusho Joaquín Salazar, a high-rank Zen Buddhist priest affiliated to the Zen Peacemakers organization and the White Plum lineage.

Teacher/Teachings

Rev. Ryusho Joaquín Salazar
Ryusho has been following the path of Zen for more than 30 years, attending retreats with several Zen masters. He was ordained a Soto Zen priest in 2000 and received Soto Shiho, or direct transmission, in 2010. He created the Dominican Republic Zen Center, and so far has ordained four local priests as Tokudo, the first of three steps to full ordination. Ryusho currently lives in Punta Cana and is planning on building the first Zen retreat facility of the DR.

Facilities

Our "Introduction to Zen" retreat will be held at Harmony Condominiums in Cabarete, Dominican Republic. The space is luxurious, comfortable and quiet, inviting to relaxation and reflection. Although most rooms have TV and we offer WIFI, we invite guests to disconnect and use their devices to an absolute minimum. The facilities offer a beautiful garden, a swimming pool and a breathtaking view of Cabarete beach.

Timetable

Please refer to http://www.gasshoretreats.com/retreats/introduction-to-zen/

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Food

All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinners and two snacks) are included.
We provide copious amounts of remineralized water and herbal teas.
Please bear in mind that all food served will be vegetarian. Specific diet requirements must be discussed at time of booking.

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