• Unstructured Meditation with Recitation of Heart Sutra (in-person only)

    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    The Heart Sutra, translated from the Tibetan by Domo Geshe Rinpoche, will be read by Andy Hassinger, followed by unstructured silent sitting. You may adjust your position or do walking meditation on your own in the foyer or outside; you may stay for the entire two-hour period or leave when you need to do so, … Continued

  • Early Morning Zazen

    Early Morning Zazen
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

  • Breathe, Stretch, Move Class (in-person only)

    Breathe, Stretch, Move Class (in-person only)
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Prepare your mind and body before the 6 p.m. sitting on Tuesdays. This class is based on Aikido and Tai Chi principles. All are welcome; no prior experience is necessary. The class is offered by Kuushu Damir Jamsek, one of the Zen Center’s Dharma Teachers, who is also a martial arts master in Aikido and … Continued

  • “Just Sitting”

    “Just Sitting”
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Two periods of zazen and walking meditation. Join Via Zoom | Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

  • Early Morning Zazen

    Early Morning Zazen
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    This Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. we will be hosting the Zen Center Board of Trustees meeting in the Forman House Dharma Hall. A Zoom option is available for those who cannot join in person. In addition to routine board matters, we will be discussing the proposal from the City of Syracuse to construct a … Continued

  • Online Introduction to Zen (register at least 3 days in advance)

    Online via Zoom

    Introductory instruction in Zen meditation, followed by meditation and an informal discussion, offered via Zoom. NOTE: Registration for each Wednesday class is required, no later than the Sunday night before. Send your name, confirming the class date, to: lauren@laurenann.net. If you miss the Sunday night deadline, we look forward to receiving your registration for any … Continued

  • Early Morning Zazen

    Early Morning Zazen
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

  • Third Thursday Zazen with Dokusan/Individual Guidance-Newcomers Welcome

    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Zazen and instruction for first-time visitors and anyone new to meditation.  Arrive at the front door of the Forman House (main building) by 5:50 pm. After a short chanting ceremony in the Zendo, Shinge Roshi  will offer dokusan (private interviews) to her students and Jika-shi Lauren Melnikow will offer individual guidance to newcomers who have … Continued

  • Early Morning Zazen

    Early Morning Zazen
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

  • Early Morning Zazen

    Early Morning Zazen
    Zen Center of Syracuse 266 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

    Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630