Practice Schedule
At Rocks and Clouds Zendo, practice centers around cultivating an engaged life through zen practice and awareness. Through seated meditation (zazen), walking meditation (kinhin), koan study, and shared silence. The community fosters an environment of deep inquiry and compassion, encouraging practitioners to engage in their inner experience and the present moment. The Zendo emphasizes the integration of Zen teachings with everyday life, promoting a grounded and authentic approach to personal and communal practice.
Information About Practice at
Rocks and Clouds Zendo
For more information about our practice and opportunities to join our practice community, please call 707.319.2001 or email us at rocksandcloudszen@gmail.com. Inquiries about our practice and community are always welcome!
Practice Opportunities
Weds. Night Meditation and Dharama Talk
When: Wednesday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Hybrid Online and In Person
Please arrive either online or inperson by 6:55 p.m. as sitting begins promptly at 7:00 p.m.
In Person: 618 So. Main St. Sebastopol CA.
ZOOM Link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86285071242?pwd=T3U1STQ3ckUrakJDWFp4eHNESTBiZz09
Email for the passcode: rocksandcloudszendo@gmail.com.
The evening includes a 25-minute meditation (Zazen), a Dharma talk by founding teacher Daniel Terragno, Roshi, visiting teacher or seinor student and concludes with chanting sutras.
Newcomers and experienced practitioners are welcome to join and deepen their practice.
Sunday Morning Meditation and Dokusan
When: Sunday mornings, 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Please arrive on time to begin at 8:25 a.m.
Where: In-person only. 618 So. Main St. Sebastopol CA. 94553
The practice session includes several Zazen practice periods and an opportunity for Dokusan (a private meeting with the teacher to work koans or ask questions about practice).
Following meditation, there is often a time for community connection and a shared meal. All are welcome to join and deepen their practice.
The morning includes several 25-min meditation (Zazen), with a 5 min walking meditation (Kinhin) in between.
Newcomers and experienced practitioners are welcome to join and deepen their practice.
Single and Multiday Retreats
The Memorial Day retreat, Rohatsu, and Zazenkais are central practices at Rocks and Clouds Zendo, offering extended periods of sitting meditation and opportunities for deepening practice.
These retreats often include multiple sessions of Zazen, Dokusan (private meetings with the teacher), and opportunities for group reflection.
Memorial Day retreats typically span a long weekend, while Rohatsu, a celebration of the Buddha’s enlightenment, is held annually in December often is a 3 to 7 day retreat.
Zazenkais are one-day or half-day meditation intensives held periodically throughout the year.
Rocks and Clouds Zendo Events and Practice Calendar
Multiday Retreats 2025-26
Rohatsu 2025
When: December 2025 4th through 7th
Fee: $45 per day
Format: Hybrid (Online & In-person in Sebastopol, CA)
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Rohatsu Sesshin is a time for deep meditation, commemorating Buddha’s awakening. Led by Daniel Terragno, Roshi, the retreat allows participants to reconnect with their heart-mind through stillness and simplicity. Sessions include meditation, walking, chanting, and daily talks. Meals will follow the traditional oryoki style. For more details and to sign up, please check back for updates or contact us.
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Memorial Day Sesshin Meditation Retreat 2026
When: Memorial Day Weekend 2025 May 22nd to 24th
Fee: $45 per day
Format: Hybrid (Online & In-person in Sebastopol, CA)
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Join us for our annual Memorial Day Sesshin, a time to engage in deep meditation and reconnect with our true nature. Led by Daniel Terragno, Roshi, the retreat includes periods of sitting and walking meditation, chanting, and talks. Meals will follow the traditional oryoki style. This retreat is offered both online and in person. For updates and registration details, please check back or contact us directly.
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Buddha’s Birthday Celebration 2026
When: May 3rd, 2026
Ceremony: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Community Potluck: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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Celebrate Buddha’s Birthday with a meditation and ceremony, followed by a community potluck. During the ceremony, we chant the Heart Sutra and pour sweet tea over the baby Buddha. Please RSVP via email @ rocksandcloudszen@gmail.com or register via our Eventbrite page when it is posted so we can best prepare. For more information and event updates, contact us directly.
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One-Day Hybrid Retreats (Zazenkai) 2025-26
When: 2025 Dates TBD
Time: Half-day 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PST/ Fullday 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Format: Hybrid (Online & In-person)
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Join us for one-day and half-day intensive Zazenkai retreats featuring several sitting and walking meditation periods with breaks throughout the day. Dokusan will be available during the first block, and the retreat includes a Sutra service at 10:00 a.m. and a Dharma talk at 11:00 a.m. For those attending in person, a potluck lunch follows the retreat. Please sign up via our Eventbrite link when it is posted, or email interest to be on the waiting list at @ rocksandcloudszen@gmail.com to help us plan.
Practice Classes and Trainings
Practice classes such as Introduction to Zazen and study intensives on sutras, along with other practice opportunities, are offered annually. To stay informed about these events, please email us to join our contact list, and feel free to revisit this space for updates and new offerings. We look forward to sharing practice with you!