Zen-Gymnastik
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Zen gymnastics - A harmonious connection between body & mind. Sat 10:00-13:00 / 14:30-18:00 Sun 10:00 - 14:00, Scoula Zernez
Weekend workshop: A harmonious connection between body and mind
According to tradition, in the 6th century a.
the 28th patriarch of the Buddha visited the Shaolin monastery in
China. There he noticed that the monks were able to improve their
their physical health due to their pure meditation training.
had neglected their physical health. In order to strengthen the body again
and promote vital energy, he taught them special movement
movement exercises.
In the middle of the 20th century, the Korean monk
Hye Won discovered ancient texts describing these exercises. He
translated them and began to teach them. One of his students
taekwondo grandmaster Young-Ho Kim, brought the exercises to Europe.
exercises to Europe.
The central element of Zen gymnastics is the conscious
mindfulness, breathing and movement. The
combination of these three building blocks supports physical
fitness, promotes emotional well-being, helps to calm the mind
calms the mind, improves the ability to relax and
reduces the risk of injury.
Effects and benefits of gymnastics:
- Improving mobility and flexibility
- Stress reduction and promotion of mental clarity
- Stimulation of the digestive system
- Support for the cardiovascular system
- Increasing body awareness
Participant information:
- Bring comfortable clothing, indoor shoes and a water bottle
- Lunch together in one of the many restaurants on site
possible on site
| Location |
Chasa da scoula Zernez 7530 Zernez Switzerland |
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| Price |
CHF 210.00 - Accommodation not included in the price
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| Opening hours |
Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 and 14:30 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 14:00
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Event dates
- 20 June 2026
- 21 June 2026