Sowing the Moon Teahouse
Shugetsuan

Wednesday, August 4, 10 am -
Sunday, August 8, lunch

The Fifth Annual Tea & Zen Seminar

This Seminar gives the opportunity to study temae in the Urasenke tradition, explore the connection between Zen and the Way of Tea, and enjoy the relaxed setting of a temple in the midst of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

The Seminar will make use of three tea spaces, including the Green Gulch teahouse and roji (garden). The daily schedule will include meditation, and instruction in temae (beginners, konarai, shikaden, okuden). There will also be instruction in mizuya procedures, okashi making, chashaku carving, and chabana.

Overnight accommodations, including vegetarian meals, are available in Green Gulch guest facilities. It is also possible to attend as a commuter.

Fees (includes all teaching fees):

Including accommodations: Small shared room (double bed) Large shared room (twin beds) Small private room Commuter: Includes lunch and dinner* Non-participating partner: Sharing small room

$700 $800 $830 $550 $300

*Breakfast may be added at $10 per meal.

 Registration: To register, please print the Application, fill it out, and send it by mail to: Green Gulch Farm Zen Center, 1601 Shoreline Hwy., Muir Beach, CA 94965, USA. For more information, contact the Green Gulch office at 415.383.3134.