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The ethical teachings are one of the three legs of traditional Buddhist practice, the other two being wisdom and meditation. This class is a prerequisite for receiving Jukai and sewing a rakusu.

During this class participants will explore the heart of the ethical teachings through the 16 Bodhisattva Precepts. We will be using Robert Aitken’s “The Mind of Clover”  and John Daido Loori's "The Heart of Being" as our study guides.

If you are thinking of taking the precepts (Jukai) this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of this important aspect of Zen practice before the ceremony.

Suggested donation is $60 for this 6-week class.

http://nczencenter.org/event-registration/

Please miss no more than 1 class in the series.  You may also join us by computer using Zoom.  Email info@nczencenter.org for more information.

This five class series will cover Buddhist and Zen concepts, mediation postures and breath, ideas of embodied practice, and creating a home practice.  Each session will be 60-75 minutes long, including meditation as well as time for discussion. 

• Class dates: 5/2, 5/16, 5/23, 6/13, 6/20
• Session 1: Settling into Posture and Reviewing Zendo Protocol
• Questions? Shojun@nczencenter.org

Please register:
https://nczencenter.org/event-registration/    There is no cost for Zen Center members.  $50  for non-members for the entire series. $10 per class for drop-ins.

Join us for our Spring sesshin, or retreat. This sesshin will follow a traditional schedule with periods of silent sitting (zazen), walking meditation (kinhin), and dharma talks.  Vegetarian meals are provided. Shared accommodations.  Previous experience is recommended including attending an Introduction to Zen Workshop or Orientation and a daily meditation practice. For more information email info@nczencenter.org 

To register: https://nczencenter.org/event-registration/
$65 per day for non-members, $60 for members

This five class series will cover Buddhist and Zen concepts, mediation postures and breath, ideas of embodied practice, and creating a home practice.  Each session will be 60-75 minutes long, including meditation as well as time for discussion. 

• Class dates: 5/2, 5/16, 5/23, 6/13, 6/20
• Session 2: Finding Your Seat - Finding Your Practice
• Questions? Shojun@nczencenter.org

Please register:
https://nczencenter.org/event-registration/    There is no cost for Zen Center members.  $50  for non-members for the entire series. $10 per class for drop-ins.

This five class series will cover Buddhist and Zen concepts, mediation postures and breath, ideas of embodied practice, and creating a home practice.  Each session will be 60-75 minutes long, including meditation as well as time for discussion. 

• Class dates: 5/2, 5/16, 5/23, 6/13, 6/20
• Session 3: Saving All Beings
• Questions? Shojun@nczencenter.org

Please register:
https://nczencenter.org/event-registration/    There is no cost for Zen Center members.  $50  for non-members for the entire series. $10 per class for drop-ins.

This introductory workshop is an opportunity to learn more about the principles and practice of Zen. 

We encourage anyone who has not done an orientation at the Center to attend. Even if you have been sitting with us for a while, it can be helpful to review and perhaps learn something new. 

We will go over the philosophy, practice, and forms of Zen. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, as well as  meet some of the members and staff. Light refreshments will be offered. 

Cost is $25
To register please click HERE.