iki zen
Upcoming events
Iki Zen ry organizes weekly zazen sessions, introductions, and zazenkai at the Meditation Cellar in Kruununhaka, Helsinki, as well as other events at the Eco Atelier in Jollas.
Iki Zen ry’s retreats and monastery-style practice are organized at Villa Selkola, on the shore of Lake Selkojärvi, in Iitti.
We are currently looking for new premises for our own meditation center. Our previous center, Ikian Zen Hermitage, was located in Kalkkiranta, Sipoo.
Links to our practice locations can be found on the Contact page.
IKI ZEN CALENDAR OF EVENTS SPRING/SUMMER 2026
We organize zazen (seated Zen meditation) in the Meditation Cellar every Sunday from 10 AM to 12 PM. Other events below.
MAY 24th ZAZEN & IKI ZEN ANNUAL MEETING AT THE MEDITATION CELLAR
Zazen at 10-10:40 a.m., the meeting begins at 11 a.m.
MAY 30th VESAK AT THE ECO ATELIER 11 AM-2 PM
We celebrate traditionally the birth of Buddha during the full moon in May. In the Vesak ceremony, we bathe the Buddha statue with sweet tea. We will have a relaxed celebration day. You are welcome to bring a small snack or drink to share!
JUN 4th–7th: LIGHT RETREAT AT VILLA SELKOLA
The Light Retreat is a good start for Zen practice — and in Zen, we are always beginners! In the retreat, we approach Zen practice holistically through sitting and walking meditation, sound exercises, body awareness practices, a simple tea ceremony, and dialogue. The beautiful natural surroundings provide a calming element to our presence.
The retreat is mostly held in silence, but in connection with the tea ceremony, there is a discussion period of about an hour related to the theme. Additionally, during the evening zazen, it is possible to receive personal guidance. There will also be an opportunity to enjoy the sauna and swim in the lake during the retreat.
The retreat lasts from Thursday evening to Sunday lunch. The price is €260, for members €208. We ask that you fill out the retreat application early, but no later than May 25th: CLICK HERE.
JUL 31st-AUG 5th AUGUST SESSHIN AT VILLA SELKOLA
Five-day intensive Zen retreat. Previous experience of zazen required. Price: members 210€, non-members 265€. Fill out the sesshin application no later than 21.7. Application: Form (opens in new window)
Membership fee is 120 €/year. Membership entitles you to 20% discount on event prices. If you are a student or otherwise on a limited budget, we can discuss discounts.