Youth Practice
Youth Practice at Clouds in Water Zen Center
For Children Grades 1-6
In-person only
September 28, October 12 & 26, November 9 & 23
Plus: Special Rohatsu Ceremony December 7
Suggested donation: $25 for entire program
Arrival Time: 9:00-9:30 am with songs and activities
Class Time: 9:30-10:30am, in person only
Note: Arrival time allows a less rushed beginning to class, and time for parents and caregivers to be with their children and the teachers prior to class time.
In Youth Practice at Clouds in Water, students will learn broader concepts of the dharma and mindfulness through instruction by dedicated Zen practitioners. Class time will center around learning about mindfulness through meditation and movement, as well as providing students with time for broader discussions of what mindfulness means to them. Our goal for students is to trust in their ability to practice mindfulness in practical and meaningful ways in their own lives. These lessons are often grounded in Buddhism, but we don't require either the children or parents to identify as Buddhists. The social and emotional learning we strive to offer in this program is beneficial for everyone! Some examples of topics that we discuss are teamwork, generosity, and kindness in speech and action.
Our youth, family and teen programs are committed to anit-racist and LGBTQ+ inclusive education. For more information, see Clouds in Water's Statement on Non-Harming.
For more information, contact sosan@cloudsinwater.org
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Weekly themes
Each program consists of its own weekly theme, so that your child has something new to anticipate with each coming week.
Hands-on activities
Our activities are designed to keep your child engaged, whether it’s learning how to draw the solar system or memorizing a song about the seasons.
Creative learning through making and moving
Kids at Clouds have FUN! Whether we’re doing an art project, hearing a story, or talking about our feelings, kids take center stage as they explore how they want to show up in the world.
