Two 25-minute rounds of zazen followed by a Dharma talk by Head of Zendo, Greg Fellman. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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The Queer Dharma group aims to deepen our intimate understanding of the oneness of Zen practice and queer life. Sittings are open to anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ or who may be working through how they identify. We start with one round of meditation followed by a group discussion exploring the intersectionality of Buddhism and […] |
2 events,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] Twenty-five minutes of meditation followed by a group discussion supporting recovery from drugs and alcohol. Please note that this is not an AA meeting. All are welcome. |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Geoff Bouku Keeton (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, ending with a brief closing ceremony. Dokusan/daisan will be offered when available. A talk and discussion may be in offered place of the third round at the teacher's discretion. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. The landscaping team invites you to lend a hand to help keep weeds in check. We’ll be hand-weeding the ZCD grounds every Wednesday morning starting at 7:30 am. Feel free to join for any amount of time your schedule allows. Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath, to stretch muscles, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual's needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of […] |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Karin Ryuku Roshi and Peggy Metta Roshi (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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For sesshin participants: We will have sesshin setup and orientation Thursday evening at 6:30 Please plan to attend. |
2 events,Five days of intensive Zen practice, led by Peggy Metta Sheehan and Karin Ryuku Kempe including zazen, dokusan, teisho, chanting, and oryoki-style vegetarian meals. Registration Sesshin cost is $225 for ZCD members and $275 for non-members, which includes a non-refundable $50 application fee. Participants may choose one of three options: in-person and stay overnight, in-person […] Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] |
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2 events,Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath, to stretch muscles, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual's needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of […] |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Karin Ryuku Roshi and Peggy Metta Roshi (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, concluding with a brief closing ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
3 events,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […]
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Cha Dao (茶道), the Way of Tea, is more than just brewing and drinking tea—it is a practice of harmony, mindfulness, and connection to nature. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, Cha Dao embodies the balance of yin and yang, the flow of Qi (life energy), and the simplicity of Zen thought. In a traditional Chinese […]
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Cha Dao (茶道), the Way of Tea, is more than just brewing and drinking tea—it is a practice of harmony, mindfulness, and connection to nature. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, Cha Dao embodies the balance of yin and yang, the flow of Qi (life energy), and the simplicity of Zen thought. In a traditional Chinese […] |
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Our introductory seminar is the best way to get started at the Zen Center of Denver, and is recommended for anyone new to Zen and sitting meditation. During this three-hour class, you can meet our teachers, ask questions about Zen, become familiar with our practice forms and learn to meditate in a comfortable sitting posture. […]
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World Mental Health Day is on October 10. On Sunday, October 11, we will have one round of zazen, a talk about mental health, and then break into small groups for discussion. The ZCD River Watch team will collect water samples at Harvard Gulch park then return to ZCD to test the samples. No experience necessary! Anyone is welcome to join us for the day. You will learn proper water-sampling protocols and how to test for pH, dissolved oxygen, alkalinity and hardness. River Watch of Colorado is […] The Queer Dharma group aims to deepen our intimate understanding of the oneness of Zen practice and queer life. Sittings are open to anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ or who may be working through how they identify. We start with one round of meditation followed by a group discussion exploring the intersectionality of Buddhism and […] |
3 events,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] Twenty-five minutes of meditation followed by a group discussion supporting recovery from drugs and alcohol. Please note that this is not an AA meeting. All are welcome. |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Geoff Bouku Keeton (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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Brief instruction in seated meditation (zazen) and our zendo forms and etiquette, followed by a single 25-minute round and a discussion period. There is no set cost, but a donation of your choosing is much appreciated. This event is in person only. All are welcome. Space is limited to 20 participants. Please register via the […] Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, ending with a brief closing ceremony. Dokusan/daisan will be offered when available. A talk and discussion may be in offered place of the third round at the teacher's discretion. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based course developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn over 40 years ago at UMass Medical School. It is highly effective at helping manage stress, pain and illness, as well as finding more joy, ease and insight into one’s life, and has been shown to provide myriad physical and psychological benefits. This […] Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath, to stretch muscles, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual's needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of […] |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Karin Ryuku Roshi and Peggy Metta Roshi (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. One of the core values of ZCD is a commitment to kindness and service. "The fruit of our practice is loving-hearted relationships and right action in the world." As such, and in alignment ZCD's affiliation with Zen Peacemakers International, we regularly support the work at Metro Caring Food Bank by providing a crew of volunteers […] Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, concluding with a brief closing ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
1 event,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] |
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Cha Dao (茶道), the Way of Tea, is more than just brewing and drinking tea—it is a practice of harmony, mindfulness, and connection to nature. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, Cha Dao embodies the balance of yin and yang, the flow of Qi (life energy), and the simplicity of Zen thought. In a traditional Chinese […]
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Cha Dao (茶道), the Way of Tea, is more than just brewing and drinking tea—it is a practice of harmony, mindfulness, and connection to nature. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, Cha Dao embodies the balance of yin and yang, the flow of Qi (life energy), and the simplicity of Zen thought. In a traditional Chinese […] |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen followed with a ceremony dedicated to Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. The Queer Dharma group aims to deepen our intimate understanding of the oneness of Zen practice and queer life. Sittings are open to anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+ or who may be working through how they identify. We start with one round of meditation followed by a group discussion exploring the intersectionality of Buddhism and […] |
2 events,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] Twenty-five minutes of meditation followed by a group discussion supporting recovery from drugs and alcohol. Please note that this is not an AA meeting. All are welcome. |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Geoff Bouku Keeton (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, ending with a brief closing ceremony. Dokusan and daisan will be offered as usual. During the second round you may choose to attend group daisan in the community room with an assistant teacher. Group daisan is an opportunity to ask a teacher about […] Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, ending with a brief closing ceremony. Dokusan/daisan will be offered when available. A talk and discussion may be in offered place of the third round at the teacher's discretion. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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This is week 2 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series. Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath, to stretch muscles, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual's needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of […] |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Karin Ryuku Roshi and Peggy Metta Roshi (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, concluding with a brief closing ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
2 events,Please join us for a Council Training Weekend Retreat facilitated by Sensei Jitsujo T. Gauthier of the White Plum Asangha. Council is an age-old tribal practice of sitting around the fire and sharing within a circle. The Way of Council is a core practice of the Zen Peacemaker Order and has had significant impact on […] Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] |
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2 events,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] Twenty-five minutes of meditation followed by a group discussion supporting recovery from drugs and alcohol. Please note that this is not an AA meeting. All are welcome. |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Geoff Bouku Keeton (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, followed by a chanting service. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. Chanting is a powerful and invaluable practice at our center. In speaking on the practice of chanting, Robert Aitken Roshi said, “The concentration of the assembly in […] |
3 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom.
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This is week 3 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series. Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath, to stretch muscles, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual's needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of […] |
2 events,Two 25-minute rounds of zazen with a brief opening ceremony and dokusan offered by Karin Ryuku Roshi and Peggy Metta Roshi (when available). This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. Three 25-minute rounds of zazen with kinhin (walking meditation) between each round, concluding with a brief closing ceremony. This is an in-person event that will also be streamed on Zoom. |
1 event,Two 28-minute rounds of zazen are offered back-to-back, with a bell between rounds for posture adjustment, kinhin, or other personal needs. The first round begins with three bells; the second round ends with two bells and a dampening bell. To support silence and simplicity, there will be little or no instruction or talking. This event […] |
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Cha Dao (茶道), the Way of Tea, is more than just brewing and drinking tea—it is a practice of harmony, mindfulness, and connection to nature. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, Cha Dao embodies the balance of yin and yang, the flow of Qi (life energy), and the simplicity of Zen thought. In a traditional Chinese […] This is a morning of work-practice around the temple grounds. We are grateful for the beauty of our practice setting and the many hands that have given time and attention to designing, nurturing and maintaining that beauty. No experience necessary. Come for part or all of the morning, join the fun, and add your hands […]
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Cha Dao (茶道), the Way of Tea, is more than just brewing and drinking tea—it is a practice of harmony, mindfulness, and connection to nature. Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy, Cha Dao embodies the balance of yin and yang, the flow of Qi (life energy), and the simplicity of Zen thought. In a traditional Chinese […] |
