For Newcomers
Join us! People who are new to meditation, or who have meditated in other traditions, are most welcome. You might start by attending one of our four-week introductory classes. Or, you can just drop in to our Sunday evening sitting group. For your first time sitting with us, please arrive by 7:15 for orientation and meditation instruction.
What to Expect
At our Sunday evening group, we usually sit two rounds of silent Zazen meditation, 25 minutes each, with walking meditation in between. The meditation is followed by a different program depending on the week. If you are new, the practice and procedures will be explained. Don't worry about "getting it right," just go along with what others are doing.
Our meeting place is 3824 Grand Avenue, Oakland.
There is parking on Grand, and usually plenty of parking on side streets.
Retreats, classes, and workshops are held at a variety of locations around the Bay Area. There are opportunities for retreats between one and seven days, plus other special events. Please see our Events page for offerings.
Where: 3824 Grand Avenue, Oakland
When: Each Sunday from 7:30 - 9 pm . Here is a map.
Parking: There is metered parking on Grand, and also parking available on side streets.
At our Sunday evening group, we usually sit two rounds of silent Zazen meditation, 25 minutes each, with walking meditation in between. The meditation is followed by a different program depending on the week. If you are new, the practice and procedures will be explained. Don't worry about "getting it right," just go along with what others are doing.
Our meeting place is 3824 Grand Avenue, Oakland.
There is parking on Grand, and usually plenty of parking on side streets.
Retreats, classes, and workshops are held at a variety of locations around the Bay Area. There are opportunities for retreats between one and seven days, plus other special events. Please see our Events page for offerings.
Where: 3824 Grand Avenue, Oakland
When: Each Sunday from 7:30 - 9 pm . Here is a map.
Parking: There is metered parking on Grand, and also parking available on side streets.