The practice of Kado, or the Way of Flowers, originated in China over 2,000 jaren geleden. Flowers in this case represent the entire rainbow of livings plants from the smallest delicate expressions to large mighty trees. The practice was eventually adopted in Japan, where its name changed to “ikebana”, meaning “living flowers”.

The ultimate goal of Kado-Ikebana is not to make pleasant flower arrangements, maar om ons hart/geest te verruimen, be in each moment, work with obstacles and develop a deep appreciation for the living world, the self, anderen en al het leven. In Kado, we learn to engage with the ancient principle of Heaven, Aarde, and Humanity that we can witness in the unfolding of life. By sensing this natural hierarchy, our life and art become more liberated and joyful.

Meditation practice is the ground of Kado, as it helps us to gain an understanding of the obstacles we encounter. Participants will be given basic instruction in meditation practice.

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Materiaal

All material is provided for students. This includes the material and all necessary containers etc.
If you have your own cutters, please bring them to the programme.

Houd er rekening mee dat een €20 bloemen vergoeding is niet inbegrepen in de prijs van de retraite.

Praktische informatie

All students attending this programme will be met at the level of skill and understanding that they enter with, whether they are beginners or persons with some experience.

Dag van aankomst (28 september): Tussen 8.30 En 9.00 ben. The programme starts at 9.15 ben.

You may also arrive the night before, on Friday 27 September from 5 p.m, in which case please specify this by email to: [email protected]

Einde van het programma (29 september): bij 5.30 pm on Sunday

Dit programma wordt in het Engels gegeven en zal in het Frans worden vertaald. Verzoeken om vertolking in andere talen moeten vooraf worden ingediend en bevestigd (Geef uw verzoek om vertolking aan op de registratiepagina).