Intro to Zen Meditation Class

In this first class of a two-part series, a ZCLA instructor will take you through the basic forms of Zen meditation—or, zazen—a practice designed to unify body, breath, and mind. Topics include the different sitting postures available to meditators, how to work with thoughts during meditation, basic breathing practices, and an overview of walking meditation (kinhin). We'll also explore the bowing and chanting that take place as part of any formal time in the zendo (meditation hall). Class participants will then join others in the zendo who will have already been sitting as part of the weekly Sunday morning program.

Participants are encouraged to stay for the remainder of the morning program, which may include a talk at 11:15am and a vegetarian lunch shortly after noon (depending on the date) .

To see the list of upcoming dates when the class is offered, check our full calendar.
ZCLA.org/calendars

Cost
$10 suggested donation
After you submit the registration form, you will be taken to a page where you have the ability to donate. However, no one is turned away for lack of funds. If you have any questions or concerns regarding payment, please contact
programsteward@zcla.org

For any questions about the class itself, please email Oetsu via introduction.to.zen.meditation@gmail.com