Journey into Zen Serenity

Journey into Zen Serenity

SanboJi

Up to 30 people

Live like a Zen monk at the SanboJi temple!

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About the offsite

Journey into Zen Serenity

SanboJi Monastery offers an exclusive setting for corporate events, transforming team-building activities, board meetings, and general meetings into moments of profound inspiration and meaning.


With over 30 years of experience welcoming organizations, SanboJi collaborates with companies to incorporate meditative practices into their programs, providing a unique experience that enhances awareness and connection. Located in the heart of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines in Berceto (Parma), SanboJi serves as a peaceful refuge from the daily hustle and bustle.


Immersed in natural settings of rare beauty, the monastery, surrounded by centuries-old woods, offers a harmonious space that promotes team connection and well-being.

Where you'll stay

SANBOJI, Emilia-Romagna

Italy

SanboJi Mountain Zen Monastery offers a serene hermitage perfect for a company retreat.


Founded by Master Tetsugen Serra in 1996, SanboJi, meaning Temple of the Three Jewels, is a sanctuary of peace where guests can reconnect with nature and themselves.


The monastery features a blend of restored rural buildings and new constructions, all in the traditional Zen style. Surrounded by pristine natural landscapes, including Zen gardens, meadows, and ancient woods, SanboJi provides ample space for reflection and relaxation.


Japanese tatami mats and zafu cushions is available for Zen meditation and activities, open day and night. The expansive grounds and serene squares offer perfect spots to walk, breathe, and enjoy the unique, silent landscape.


SanboJi is an ideal retreat location, promoting team connection and well-being amidst the beauty and tranquility of the Apennine hills.

Near cities

Milan, Bologna, Parma

Hubs Distances

55min by car from Parma
2hs by car from Bologna
2hs by car from Milan

Services in

Smartway App

An app for your team to live the event in a smarter way

Agenda Design Tool

Change and tweak your agenda for the event

Pulse Check

Measure the impact of the event on your team

Pre-built agenda

Sample agenda

A meaningful set of activities to engage your team, creating bondings and generating memories together.

Need a facilitator?

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What you'll do

Main activities

A meaningful set of activities to engage your team, creating bondings and generating memories together.

QI Exercises and Light Stretching

Awaken your energy, release tension, and set the tone for a balanced, focused day.

Working Day Experience with the Monks

Experience the harmony of mindful work at SanboJi Monastery. Every task becomes a lesson of teamwork and connection.

Workshop: "Work as a form of performance and achievement"

Explore how ancient wisdom can inspire modern workplace harmony.

Group Work on monks's wisdom story

Foster team-work and understanding with Monk's stories.

Meditation Walking in Pagazzano

Walk in silence under a starlit sky, guided by the monks of SanboJi, and rediscover the beauty of simplicity.

Conscious breathing Workshop

Unlock the power of breath with Zen monks, learning techniques to harness energy, reduce stress, and cultivate balance in every aspect of life.

Where you'll sleep

Your accommodations

You will stay inside the Zen monastery in shared rooms of different typology.

Zen Retreat Accomodation @Sanboji

The Accomodation fosters a sense of community and connection among guests, enhancing the retreat experience.