The programme is guided by Daicho Phil Jourdan’s original approach to consciousness education grounded in the synthesis of Zen Buddhism, Integral Theory, and his own thoroughly-examined innovations. Participants are encouraged to bring their genuine inspiration for deepening practice and self-knowledge through buddhist meditation, engagement and study of tradition’s core teachings.

Every year DoshinJi opens its doors for in-person Rohatsu Sesshin, in a small group, led online. The 7-day silent retreat includes special Rōhatsu (Buddha’s Enlightenment) celebration and allows Sangha members to visit the “Eternal University”. It is also possible to stay on for another week after sesshin, participating in the ongoing meditation & study program and integrate the practices from the Rohatsu.

Our trainees are encourage to practice with different teachers and develop discursive pliancy with different lineages and traditions, however, the core of our attitude and method is Integral Rinzai Zen.