Kyudo: Way of the Bow is a contemplative archery practice grounded in the ancient Japanese art of Zen archery, where the focus is not on hitting the target but on synchronizing body, mind, and awareness as a form of moving meditation. Participants meet at the Austin Shambhala Meditation Center on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM to learn and practice this traditional discipline under the guidance of instructor Toby Bernal. In Kyudo, the bow and arrow become tools for cultivating presence, confidence, and inner clarity, with the target serving as a mirror of one’s mind rather than the primary objective. This practice is open to everyone and blends physical skill with mindfulness and meditative intention.
