A lot more about the retreats
Read about the teachings, the meals, the instructor
The teachings
As the topic for this retreat is Peace of Mind, we will start with exploring what peace of mind really is about.
We will look deep into concepts such as joy, happiness, gratefulness, excitements and cravings.
From there we will develop a deeper understanding of what can bring us peace of mind and what prevents us from it.
The meals
The food will be served as a buffet.
It will be vegetarian.
To enjoy the food properly, we eat in silence.
This is a very important practice, and when you get used to it, you will enjoy it deeply.
About Frank, the instructor
Frank is the founder and owner of zenbusiness, and founder of Center for Yoga and Mindfulness in Denmark.
He’s the author of the book: Zen in Everyday Life
He has taught mindfulness, zen and meditations for 12 years in the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh.
He has have about 30 stays at a zenbuddhists monastery behind him and has been applying this practise to his own life as much as possible.
He teach zen for high profile companies in Denmark and for leaders.
He’s 60 years old, father of 4, former musician, composer and teacher.
He’s trained and educated at European Institute for Applied Buddhism, which is one of Thich Nhat Hanh’s monasteries.
The teachings
As the topic for this retreat is Peace of Mind, we will start with exploring what peace of mind really is about.
We will look deep into concepts such as joy, happiness, gratefulness, excitements and cravings.
From there we will develop a deeper understanding of what can bring us peace of mind and what prevents us from it.
The meals
The food will be served as a buffet.
It will be vegetarian.
To enjoy the food properly, we eat in silence.
This is a very important practice, and when you get used to it, you will enjoy it deeply.
About Frank, the instructor
Frank is the founder and owner of zenbusiness, and founder of Center for Yoga and Mindfulness in Denmark.
He’s the author of the book: Zen in Everyday Life
He has taught mindfulness, zen and meditations for 12 years in the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh.
He has have about 30 stays at a zenbuddhists monastery behind him and has been applying this practise to his own life as much as possible.
He teach zen for high profile companies in Denmark and for leaders.
He’s 60 years old, father of 4, former musician, composer and teacher.
He’s trained and educated at European Institute for Applied Buddhism, which is one of Thich Nhat Hanh’s monasteries.
Accommodations, the morning exercise, the miditations and the foundation
Accommodations
The location for the retreat is Adventure Norway, which has some very fine facilities.
Some of the cabins are very close to the Mandal river.
There are different options for you to choose.
We will use several locations for our activities, but all in a short walking range.
The morning exercise
In zen-buddhism we are convinced that if you want a peaceful mind, you also need to have a “peaceful” body.
Body and Mind can not be separated.
The morning exercise will be held at the riverside, with a very beautiful view. (If the weather permits)
The exercises will be Qigong and Tai Chi, which in fact is a part of zen.
The movement are mostly slowly and focused, and everyone can do it.
The meditations
You will experience several meditations during the retreat.
In the morning, after the exercises, we will just sit without guidance.
Later there will be a longer meditation which is guided.
All the meditations on this retreat is about connecting to your self, what is going on inside and outside in the very moment.
It’s not about connecting to something religious or spiritual, but it is instead about being more aware of your own mind and feelings.
The activities
Depending on the weather, we will have several walks in silence.
Some not so long, but very slow.
Some longer and in a more normal speed.
Maybe we will do some more Qigong.
Maybe we will share something with each other.
And at some point, I will lead you to a very special, hidden place in the woods, up the mountain 🙂
The ground on which this retreat stands
This program is based on a Zen Buddhist practice and understanding.
Do you have questions, please don’t hesitate to call or write.
Hvis du er dansk, snakker vi selvfølgelig dansk 🙂
Send mail by clicking here
Or Call 0045 4068 9961
Accommodations
The location for the retreat is Adventure Norway, which has some very fine facilities.
Some of the cabins are very close to the Mandal river.
There are different options for you to choose.
We will use several locations for our activities, but all in a short walking range.
The morning exercise
In zen-buddhism we are convinced that if you want a peaceful mind, you also need to have a “peaceful” body.
Body and Mind can not be separated.
The morning exercise will be held at the riverside, with a very beautiful view. (If the weather permits)
The exercises will be Qigong and Tai Chi, which in fact is a part of zen.
The movement are mostly slowly and focused, and everyone can do it.
The meditations
You will experience several meditations during the retreat.
In the morning, after the exercises, we will just sit without guidance.
Later there will be a longer meditation which is guided.
All the meditations on this retreat is about connecting to your self, what is going on inside and outside in the very moment.
It’s not about connecting to something religious or spiritual, but it is instead about being more aware of your own mind and feelings.
The activities
Depending on the weather, we will have several walks in silence.
Some not so long, but very slow.
Some longer and in a more normal speed.
Maybe we will do some more Qigong.
Maybe we will share something with each other.
And at some point, I will lead you to a very special, hidden place in the woods, up the mountain 🙂
The ground on which this retreat stands
This program is based on a Zen Buddhist practice and understanding.
Do you have questions, please don’t hesitate to call or write.
Hvis du er dansk, snakker vi selvfølgelig dansk 🙂
Send mail by clicking here
Or Call 0045 4068 9961
The sauna has a great view
If you want to go for the sauna, you'll have a great view over the Mandal River
The financial bits
As there are several option regarding accommodation, the prices ranges from 3.500 to 7.900 Dkkr, depending on your choices.
The price include accommodation, food, minibus, and course fee.
The ferry to Kristiansand from Denmark is not included.
Click here to get the price and accommodation overview, and to sign-up
9520 Skørping
Danmark
