Weekly Schedule

Sitting in silence, all the entanglements dissolve, yet a huge bright moon constantly shines! Guided by our inherent wisdom we safely walk the path! Expanding our practice to our daily activities we are always serene and happy. How wonderful! Come join us! Our Center is donation-based. Help us continue to serve the community!

Monday evenings 7pm - 9pm: Dharma Talk + Chan (Zen) Meditation (Explanation of the important principles to practice)
Wednesday evenings 5:30pm - 6:30pm: Yoga Class
Thursday evenings 7pm - 9pm: Chan (Zen) Sitting, Walking, and Exercising
Sunday mornings 8am - 11am (biweekly): Chan Practice
Sunday afternoons 2pm - 4pm (biweekly): Tea Chan

Dharma Talk and Chan Meditation Classes
Every Monday and Thursday 7pm-9pm (Kensington/Berkeley). Class is available in person and online via Zoom. Buddhist service, Dharma talk, explanation of the important principles to practice, and different Chan meditation activities such as sitting meditation, exercise meditation, walking meditation, bowing meditation, and/or chanting meditation. Sign up here: mondaymeditationclass.eventbrite.com and thursdaymeditationclass.eventbrite.com

Tai Chi and Qigong Classes
For people who are interested in taking our tai chi classes and/or qigong classes, please contact our tai chi and qigong teacher Vanessa Sequeira-Garza at +1 (814) 404-0555 to get information about the class schedule and how to join the class. Note: Classes are subject to change. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Yoga Class
Every Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm. Come join us for a gentle vinyasa yoga class. This class is perfect for beginners and those looking to strengthen their basic asana practice. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.

Chan Practice
Every other Sunday 8am–11am. Sitting, Outdoor Walking, Exercising, and Drinking Tea Chan (Meditation). There may also be some Bowing and Chanting Chan. RSVP here: sundaychan.eventbrite.com

Universal Chan Tea Club
Every other Sunday 2pm–4pm. Gongfu tea tasting of premium high-quality whole leaf teas at Universal Chan Zen Center. Includes some explanation of basic tea knowledge and very brief meditation to support a deeper appreciation of the teas. Open to everyone. RSVP here: teaclub.eventbrite.com