Master of Zen Archery Presented by Shambala Center Los Angeles

Online, October 18, 2009 (Newswire.com) - Kyudo, also know as Zen Archery, is one of the oldest arts of the Japanese tradition of contemplative warriorship. Its aim is not the target, but the synchronization of awareness and body in the present moment.

Sensei will give a public talk on Thursday, October 22, at 7:30pm entitled , "The Way To Be Human". The suggested donation is $20, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. For more information and to register go to: http://la.shambhala.org/program_details.php?id=27352&cid=208

Anyone wishing to learn the practice of Kyudo is invited to attend the weekend beginner's class. "Beginner's Kyudo: First Shot" on October 24th & 25th from 10am to 5pm. There are no prerequisites for the class, and all levels of practitioners are welcome regardless of age, gender, or physical strength. The cost of the weekend intensive is $175 and $125 for Seniors and Students. For more information and to register, go to http://la.shambhala.org/program_details.php?id=24355&cid=208.

Kanjuro Shibata Sensei XX is a 20th generation master bowmaker and archer and 3rd generation Bowmaker to the Emperor of Japan. He has been teaching Kyudo to western meditation students since 1980.

Both events will be held at The Shambhala Meditation Center of Los Angeles, located at 963 Colorado Boulevard in Los Angeles. 90041, 323 255 5472.