

Taste of Zen Retreat
Sep. 22-24, 2023
Spend a weekend in nature to recharge your soul
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You are cordially invited to the Taste of Zen Retreat
A weekend wellness retreat in a lovely natural setting. Wholesome schedule designed to give your mind, body, and soul a respite and recharge. Steep in the sounds of nature during the periods of Sacred Silence then let your soul reverberate with the soothing vibrations of the Sound Bath. Still the mind with meditation and rejuvenate your body with Yoga, Tai-Chi ,and Tong-Gong Health Exercise. Restore your entire being while forest bathing and enrich your understanding and wisdom with lectures. All within a span of a weekend retreat near Lambertville in New Hope PA. All are welcome.
SACRED SILENCE
YOGA
SOUND BATH
TONG-GONG HEALTH EXERCISE
MEDITATION
FOREST BATHING
TAI-CHI
LECTURES
I want to join the retreat, Sign me up!
*THIS IS AN ADULTS-ONLY RETREAT
For multiple registrations in one Private Lodge Room or Cabin, please submit separate Retreat Fee registrations for each additional guest.
By registering you agree and to the rules and regulations of the retreat and the venue some of which are outlined in the Questions and Answers section at the bottom of the page.
Friday, Sep 22
Arrival check-in & light snacks
Welcome address & lecture
Meditation
Fireside mingle
Lights out / Quiet hours
Saturday, Sep 23
Wake up
Meditation (bell chant) & start of silent period
Tong-gong health exercise
Breakfast
Personal reflection time
Lecture
Forest bathing
Tai-chi & end of the silent period
Lunch
Free time
Yoga
Dinner
Sound bath meditation
Fireside Q&A
Lights out / Quiet hours
Sunday, Sep 24
Wake up
Meditation (bell chant) & start of the silent period
108 Bows
Breakfast
Personal reflection time
Lecture
Forest bathing
Buddhist prayer service/private prayer/reflection
Lecture
Lunch & end of the silent period
Check-out
5:00-6:00 pm
6:00-7:00 pm
7:00-7:45 pm
8:00-9:00 pm
9:30 pm
5:00 am
5:30-6:00 am
6:00-6:45 am
7:00-8:00 am
8:00-9:00 am
9:00-9:45 am
10:00-11:45 am
12:00-12:45 pm
1:00-2:00 pm
2:00-3:15 pm
3:30-4:15 pm
5:00-6:00 pm
6:30-7:30 pm
8:00-9:00 pm
9:30 pm
5:00 am
5:30-6:00 am
6:00-6:45 am
7:00-8:00 am
8:00-9:00 am
9:00-9:45 am
10:00-10:45 am
11:00-12:00 pm
12:00-12:30 pm
1:00-2:00 pm
2:00-3:00 pm
RETREAT SCHEDULE
Schedule and other details of the retreat are subject to change.
Lectures
Tong-Gong Healing Arts
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Venerable
Myong-Ahn Sunim
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Abbot
Soshimsa Zen Center
Lectures
108 Bows
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Doctor
Ruben Mooh-Sang Lambert
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President
Wisdom Spring Wellness
Meditation
Tai-chi
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Venerable
Duhk-Song Sunim
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Director of Outreach
Soshimsa Zen Center
Yoga
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Ashley
Kondracki
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Registered Yoga Teacher
Sound Bath Meditation
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Nicolas Jin-Seong
Sotomayor
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Certified in Singing Bowl Sound Therapy
Forest bathing
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Dawn Seon-Ji Viczai
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Certified Meditation Instructor
ACCOMODATIONS
Retreat organizers reserve the right to assign lodgings if neccessary
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO THE RETREAT?
Each participant is responsible for bringing their own bedding, toiletries, and clothing appropriate for the activities and the setting. Please bring any medication you use on a regular basis. Also, bring a yoga mat and meditation cushion. If you do not own one, some will be available for purchase.
WHAT ARE THE LODGING ACCOMMODATIONS LIKE?
The retreat fee includes shared accommodations in a cabin or a room in the lodge building. If you are registering as a group/friends/family we will try to ensure that you are lodging together. However, we cannot guarantee the same room/cabin lodging. Other lodging options are upgrades. You can upgrade (fees listed above) to a private room in the lodge building or a private cabin.
WHAT IS THE ALCOHOL & RECREATIONAL DRUG POLICY?
A strict no alcohol or recreational drug policy. Retreat organizers will remove anyone using or under the influence of such.
IS THE USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES PERMITTED?
In keeping with the spirit of the retreat, the use of electronic devices is limited to emergencies. Please take care of any pressing business before arriving at the retreat.
WHAT ARE THE FOOD ACCOMMODATIONS?
Meals are vegetarian. We are unable to accommodate other food preferences. (As a precaution, bring any food allergy/sensitivity medication you may have)
DO I HAVE TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL ACTIVITIES?
Although strongly encouraged that you do, you do not have to participate in all of the scheduled activities. If you chose not to, make sure that you do not interrupt the harmony of the retreat.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?
We are always happy to answer any questions you may have. Please note that by registering for the retreat you agree to abide by the rules and regulations as set forth by the venue and the retreat organizers, and are bound by the Terms and Conditions are available HERE.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. By registering for the retreat the participant agrees to abide by the rules and regulations of the retreat and the venue.
2. It is further agreed that the organizer (Soshimsa Zen Center, Inc.) obligates itself to furnish competent instructors and facilities, but it is understood and agreed that the organizer is under no obligation to provide any specific instructor, food, or lodging accommodation desired or selected by the participant.
3. Participant further understands that if they should bring discredit to themselves, the venue, or the organizer, by means of improper conduct, any and all terms of their registration may be withdrawn and that no refund for any amount paid will be made.
4. At all classes, workshops, and seminars conducted at the retreat reasonable care is taken to prevent serious injuries and minimize accidents, and it is required that participants obey the rules and regulations of the retreat. Participant agrees to hold the venue, the organizer, its officers, instructors, volunteers, guests, and members free and harmless of any liability or damages.
5. It is expressly agreed that all exercises and use of all facilities shall be undertaken by the participant at the participant’s sole risk.
6. Facilities, class locations, instructors, presenters, service regulations, and policies are subject to change, without notice, at the sole discretion of the organizer and the participant agrees to accept such changes as a condition to retreat registration.
7. Participant hereby represents that they have no knowledge of any physical condition which would render them unable to participate in the retreat. Participant further represents and promises that, in the event that they become physically unable to participate herein, they will immediately notify the staff in writing of the same.
8. If the participant is injured while involved in the retreat activities and requires medical attention, your health insurance will be the primary source responsible for payment of the cost of treatment.