Kyudo for Beginners: First Shot

September 1 - 3, 2023

Karmê Chöling and Seiko Kyudojo welcomes all who are curious or inspired by the contemplative disciplines and how they can deepen one's mindfulness awareness. Kyudo, the Way of the Bow, is one of the oldest contemplative arts of the Japanese tradition. The goal is not to hit the target, but to synchronize your body and awareness in the present moment. making it a true contemplative practice. Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, the renowned Tibetan meditation master, and close friend of Shibata Sensei, said: This program will provide training in Kyudo's Seven Coordinations, shichi-do, the basic form for aligning the body and properly releasing the arrow. Working with the precision of the form, a natural process gradually unfolds through which the practitioner has the opportunity to see the mind more clearly. The target becomes a mirror which reflects the qualities of heart and mind at the moment of the arrow's release. This distinguishes Kyudo from archery where simply hitting the target is the goal. To begin the study of kyudo, students are required to take First Shot instruction. All are welcome, regardless of age, gender, or physical strength. Children should be at least 10 years of age. All necessary equipment will be provided. If you have any questions about the program please contact SeikoKyudo@KarmeCholing.org Arrival & Departure: The program begins Friday, Sept. 1 at 1:30 pm. Plan on arriving between 10:30am - noon to register and settle in. Lunch is at 12:30 pm. The program ends on Sunday, Sept. 3rd at 3:00 pm. 

Pricing

Karmê Chöling values its commitment to making programs affordable and available to all who wish to study with us. To support this commitment we provide two program price options.

TUITION: $150
This is the actual price of the program.

GENEROSITY PRICE: $275
We offer this generosity price to those who can afford to pay a little more. Your generosity makes it possible for Karmê Chöling to offer it's programs at a reasonable price.

Payment Policies:
Karmê Chöling has updated its payment policies. The new policies apply to all programs that start after January 1, 2019. Please read the payment policies before proceeding with registration.

Financial Aid:
Karmê Chöling offers full-time student discounts, scholarships and other financial aid.

Program Credit:
If using existing program credit to pay for a program, you must pre-register for this program at least two weeks prior to the program start date by calling the front desk (802-633-2384 x3000). Program credit may not be used to pay for housing or practice materials and may not be used on or after arrival day.

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