About River Zen
Meditation, stillness and a different way to experience the river.
OUR STORY
How River Zen Began
River Zen began with a simple conversation by the Port River. Alan, the manager of Portobello Restaurant, mentioned how peaceful it was to glide along the river and suggested that the setting could be perfect for meditation.
That conversation grew into an idea shared with Portobello Restaurant owner Gio, combining meditation, time on the water and the relaxed atmosphere of the river (and a beautiful meal at Portobello Restaurant after the meditation). Friends, family and customers soon embraced the concept, and River Zen began to take shape.
ON THE WATER
Why Meditation on the River?
There is something naturally calming about being on the water. The gentle movement of the boat, the open sky and the changing rhythm of the river create a little distance from the noise and pace of everyday life.
River Zen brings meditation into this setting in a relaxed, approachable way. You don’t need to have meditated before, simply come aboard, settle in and experience the river from a different perspective.
YOUR GUIDE
Meet Your Meditation Guide
My own interest in meditation began with a desire to better understand the mind and live with greater ease. Over time, meditation became a daily practice and eventually something I wanted to share with others.
I’m a qualified meditation teacher with postgraduate study in neuroscience, and my approach is relaxed, practical and welcoming. River Zen brings together some of the things I value most: meditation, connection, nature and creating a little space in otherwise busy lives.
THE EXPERIENCE
A Different Kind of Meditation Space
There are no studio walls at River Zen. Instead, the river becomes part of the experience — passing boats, changing light, open water and the gentle movement beneath you.
Some sessions are quiet and restorative, others are shared with friends, colleagues or family. Each experience is designed to feel relaxed and unhurried, with enough structure to help you settle while still allowing you to simply enjoy being on the river.
MEDITATION ON THE PORT RIVER
RIVER ZEN
Created for moments that feel a little different
River Zen experiences can be simple and restorative or created around a special occasion. Join a meditation cruise, gather a small group, bring your workplace team or create something more personal, all with the river as the backdrop.
RIVER ZEN EXPERIENCES
Private meditation cruises
Small group experiences
Corporate wellbeing
Special occasions
BESPOKE EXPERIENCES
Meditation & breakfast
Meditation & dining
Private groups
Custom experiences
COME ABOARD
Your time on the river starts here.
Whether you’d like to join a River Zen experience, plan something private or simply ask a question, we’d love to hear from you.