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Introductory Classes

Introduction to Zen Meditation
Are you new to Meditation, Zen Buddhism, or the Center?

Our popular introductory class is now online!

MZMC offers our four-part Introduction to Zen Meditation online via Zoom each Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Although our building is temporarily closed, we realize there is a deep need for support right now. Please consider inviting friends or sharing this class on social media.

For Introduction to Zen Meditation join us any Sunday morning and then return the next three Sundays to complete the four-week cycle. The four parts are not sequential, so you may attend them in any order. You are welcome to attend as many sessions as you like, but attend all four for the best overview. Each session includes meditation instruction and teaching on how meditation and Zen relate to daily life. These classes are open to the public by donation. No registration is necessary.

Introduction Zen Meditations schedule change: this class will meet from 10 – 11 a.m. starting February 7, until then it will still be from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Click here to join the introductory class Sundays via Zoom.

Learn the Basics of Zen Forms and Etiquette

The class will briefly cover the basics of traditional Zen forms: bows, entries and exits, walking meditation, etc. This offering is designed for the newcomer who'd like an overview of forms to help them be more familiar and comfortable joining us for morning zazen or one of our sesshins. It's a good opportunity to become familiar with the forms, stay in practice, or brush up after some time away. The same information is covered each time.
2021 Dates: 
  • Friday, March 19
  • Friday, April 9
  • Friday, June 11
  • Friday, October 15
  • Sunday, November 28
Details:
  • Time: 5:15 – 6:30 pm
  • Class size is limited to 12.
  • Cost: $10​
  • Please register five days in advance​
  • Click here to register.

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  • Home
  • Programming
    • Introductory Classes
    • Sunday/Tuesday Talks
    • Daily Meditation
    • Calendar
    • Curriculum
    • Classes
    • Retreats
    • Scholarships
    • Mentorship
    • Special Events
    • Youth Programs
    • Initiation and Priest Training
  • Resources
    • Chants and Services
    • Books/Recent Publications
    • Sunday Talks
    • Links
    • Spiritual Care
    • Ceremonies
    • Study of the Okesa
    • Primers
  • Guiding Teachers
    • Ted O'Toole
    • Tim Burkett
    • Tim's Books
    • Tim's Blog
  • Katagiri Project
    • Biography and Lineage
    • Books, Photos, and Videos
    • Audio Archive Project >
      • The Dainin Katagiri Audio Archive
    • Blog
  • About MZMC
    • Teachers
    • Beyond Our Walls
    • Board
    • Building Project
    • Ethics
    • Contact
  • Support MZMC
    • Become a Member
    • Donate
    • Volunteer