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Universal Chan International Zen Buddhist Center is a donation-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your generosity will help us to continue to serve humanity.
Examples of donations: Money, property, piece of land, very good condition vehicles, property/land to use for free.
हम बुद्ध के ज्ञान में मूल रूप से बसे हुए हैं और हम उससे विच्युत नहीं होते।
Tea Chan
December 8
December 15
2pm–4pm
Past Retreats
6-Day Chan Retreat MAR 27–APR 1, 2023 Pictures
4-Day Chan Retreat Aug 18–Aug 21, 2022 Pictures
Tai Chi Classes
For people who are interested in taking our tai chi classes, please email us at info@universalchan.org and we will put you in touch with the tai chi teacher who can give you more information about the class schedule and how to join the class. Thank you.
Class 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)
Tuesday evenings 7pm - 9pm: Recollection of Buddha’s name & Sitting Meditation
Wednesday evenings 5:30pm - 6:30pm: Yoga Class (No class on Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1)
Thursday evenings 7pm - 9pm: Chan (Zen) Sitting, Walking, and Exercising
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
Yoga Class (No class on Nov. 27, Dec. 25, and Jan. 1)
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.
Universal Chan Tea Club
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
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