Finding an inner place in the outer world

Zen Programs

Seminars and Work Weeks do not require any prior experience with a Zen tradition, and are appropriate for all levels of experience. A 1-day Zazenkai, a 7-day Sesshin, or a 90-day Ango can be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding, and generally require some discussion and approval before registering.

Residential Zen Training

We offer residential Zen training for those interested in deepening their practice. Students typically commit to a longer stay at a reduced rate. We have a limited number of sponsorships for those who cannot afford to cover their expenses. Students are required to participate in all aspects of monastic practice including work, study, Zazen, and other monastic roles. If you are interested in residential training, please contact us to apply.

Solo Retreats

At certain times of the year, we support individuals in self-guided solo retreat experiences. Solo retreatants are not expected to follow a monastic schedule, but may join residents and students for Zazen, meals, and talks.

Guest Group Events

We host a variety of events for teachers of disciplines that are complimentary to Zen practice, such as yoga, kirtan, and aikido. Registration for, and participation in such events is managed by the guest group leader.

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Personal Retreats Spring/Summer 2024

Personal Retreats Spring/Summer 2024

We welcome you to create your personal retreat in the simple and concentrated atmosphere of our monastic Zen Practice Center.
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Guest Season Volunteer

Guest Season Volunteer

Our Summer Volunteer Program runs from mid-May until the end of September. Throughout the Summer we will open our facilities to welcome external retreat leaders and their groups. The volunteer program offers room and board in exchange for helping with our Summer Guest Season.
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Residency

Residency

Residents join the daily life of the monks and teachers at CMZC. Our daily schedule includes meditation, time for self-guided study, communal meals and work periods. There are also Dharma talks and Question and Answer sessions.
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Residency at Crestone Mountain Zen Center

Student Stays

Student Stays

To be a student at CMZC means to join the resident monks and lay practitioners in following the schedule completely. This includes meditation and work periods, talks and discussions, and community meals.
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Student Stays at Crestone Mountain Zen Center

Financial Assistance

Financial Assistance

We are committed to ensuring that those who wish to practice at Crestone Mountain Zen Center can do so. Anyone who is interested in coming here to join programs or events, but needs support to do so, can apply for financial assistance.
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Financial Assistance at Crestone Mountain Zen Center

April Sesshin 2024

April Sesshin 2024

4/1/2024

With Tatsudo Nicole Baden Roshi.

Sesshin is the traditional, 'Seven-day Meditation Intensive' of sitting and walking meditation, three-bowl (oryoki) meals, daily Dharma talks, and personal interviews (dokusan) with the teacher.
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Sesshin

May Zazenkai 2024

May Zazenkai 2024

5/3/2024

With Senior Practitioner.

A Zazenkai is a silent weekend retreat. We follow a sesshin-like schedule; most of the day is dedicated to zazen but includes chanting, a work period, walks, and a dharma talk given by a senior practitioner.
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Zazenkai at Crestone Mountain Zen Center

2024 Spring Sangha Work Week

2024 Spring Sangha Work Week

5/22/2024

During the Work Week, the Sangha comes together to prepare the campus for our Summer Guest Season.
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Sangha Work Week

Spring Yintensive: Yin Yoga and Meditation with Kali Durga

Spring Yintensive: Yin Yoga and Meditation with Kali Durga

5/30/2024

Kali will bring us together as Sangha (spiritual family) to be held by the ancient teachings of Traditional Chinese Medicine (5 Element Theory) and Zen Buddhism. This Yin Yoga and Meditation Spring Retreat will re-establish essential foundations for all of us to uplevel our relationship to a life lived in mindfulness.
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June Zazenkai

June Zazenkai

6/7/2024

With Senior Practitioner.

A Zazenkai is a silent weekend retreat. We follow a sesshin-like schedule; most of the day is dedicated to zazen but includes chanting, a work period, walks, and a dharma talk given by a senior practitioner.
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Zazenkai at Crestone Mountain Zen Center

July Practice Week 2024

July Practice Week 2024

7/9/2024

With Zentatsu Baker Roshi.

The July Practice week focuses on a topic that is developed through daily dharma talks and discussions.
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July Zazenkai

July Zazenkai

7/19/2024

With Senior Practitioner.

A Zazenkai is a silent weekend retreat. We follow a sesshin-like schedule; most of the day is dedicated to zazen but includes chanting, a work period, walks, and a dharma talk given by a senior practitioner.
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Zazenkai at Crestone Mountain Zen Center

The Primordial Stillness of Kali with Jeanie Manchester

The Primordial Stillness of Kali with Jeanie Manchester

7/31/2024

This year, Jeanie will play in the world and the ferocious and deepest aspect of Love, exploring Kali-Ma Sadhana. (This will be rich, juicy and humbling). When we are in “moment by moment” awareness of gratitude for all things in our lives both challenging and liberating we experience her Grace. In this retreat we will discuss the primal urge and longing we each have to feel full, worthy and complete. We will look to our shadow as a portal into her teachings. Through myth, mantra, movement, chanting, and meditation we will access our ability to harness ourselves to life, to creativity and to personal destiny.
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Harmonium, Chant and Yoga of Sound Retreat with Sacred Sound Lab

Harmonium, Chant and Yoga of Sound Retreat with Sacred Sound Lab

8/11/2024

Embark on an ecstatic and transformational week-long immersion into the Yoga of Sound with Sheela Bringi, Brent Kuecker, and Puja Singh. Ground in the power of your voice, launch or refine your harmonium & chant practice, and sink into sublime sacred sound spaces in compassionate community.
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Tsoknyi Rinpoche Retreat Lodging

Tsoknyi Rinpoche Retreat Lodging

8/28/2024

Crestone Mountain Zen Center will provide lodging and meals for participants in Tsoknyi Rinpoche's Advanced Practice Retreat in Crestone. Please do not register with CMZC until you have been accepted for this retreat by Pundarika. This registration does not include admission to the retreat itself.
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Humanity Shared Retreat with Taylor White Moffitt

Humanity Shared Retreat with Taylor White Moffitt

9/8/2024

Humanity Shared invites you to spend 5 days in the beautifully held, intentional and serene environment of the Crestone Mountain Zen Center. Immerse yourself with mindfulness, movement and emotional wellness practices that promote vitality and well-being. Will you regret it a year from now or will it have helped catapult you to your next right place?
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