Yong Maeng Jong Jin Retreats

Retreat is a time to look inside and investigate our life. It is an opportunity to clear our mind of habitual thinking and access our wisdom and compassion. Yong Maeng Jong Jin means “to leap like a tiger while sitting” a Korean term traditionally used to describe intensive Zen meditation. It points to the state of clarity and wisdom we experience that is both relaxed and wide like space, and clear and meticulous as the tip of a needle, so that we can use our experience to help ourselves and this world, moment to moment.

2010 Upcoming YMJJ Retreat Schedule

All YMJJ retreats consist of sitting and walking meditation, bowing, chanting, kong-an interviews, formal meals, work practice and optional yoga. Monthly one, two or three day retreats are held at CZC on the following dates:

Dharma Teacher, DTIT
Students with ID:
Member, clergy, seniors (65+):
Non-members:

Orientation for newcomers:

Saturday 8:00am and Sunday 8:00am. (Only one orientation is necessary.) For queries, or to register online, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call 617-576-3229 Mon - Thur, 9am-12pm. A 50% deposit is required for registration which can be made online (above) or send in your payment by check.The balance payment may be made upon arrival in check or cash at orientation.  If you are registering for a Friday, orientation is on Friday at 9am.