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SUMMARY:2027 Tassajara Winter Practice Period\, ZMC 1/6–3/31
DESCRIPTION:The 117th Practice Period at Tassajara\nLed by Ryushin Paul Haller\nJanuary 6–March 31\, 2027\nApplication due date is Friday\, November 27\, 2026 \nAngo (Practice Period) offers a rare opportunity for experienced practitioners to immerse themselves in the intimacy and rigor of monastic practice at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center (Zenshinji). \nWholehearted Practice of the Way\nWithin the potent structure of a Tassajara practice period\, we can start to see and feel the opportunity to immerse body and mind in the practice of awakening. Within the rigors of a life dedicated to awareness through following the monastic schedule\, we discover wholehearted practice of the way. \nWithin the request of the way\, the joy of casting off our selfishness can arise along with an enthusiasm for interbeing. In pursuit of such wonderful experiences we will study the five faculties of early Buddhism\, the Prajna Paramita\, and Dogen Zenji’s Wholehearted Practice of The Way. \nTassajara’s three-month winter practice period follows the traditional Soto Zen monastic schedule and allows sincere practitioners to join with the community in intensive practice at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center\, Zenshinji. Links to applications\, guidelines\, and a list of items to bring are available (see below). Participants are expected to have completed a practice period at City Center or Green Gulch Farm (or its equivalent) to apply for the full Tassajara Practice Period. A one-month option also is available for those unable to attend the full period. \nFirst Month Only Option\nBecause there are many sangha members who would appreciate the opportunity to participate in the forms of a traditional ango but aren’t able to take three months away from their lives or work\, this Tassajara practice period will offer an opportunity for a few practitioners to attend the first month only. During the first month there will be an emphasis on training in the Zen monastic forms and embodying their role in the practice of awakening. \n\nPrerequisites for participating in the first month of the practice period include having sat at least one traditional sesshin and the recommendation of a Zen teacher.\n\nParticipants for the first month will sit a minimum of two days of tangaryo. Please review the information and documents below the prerequisites section on this page and fill out the application\, which includes an option for this one-month participation. \nFull Practice Period Option: January 6 – March 31\, 2027\nTo be considered for the full Winter 2027 practice period at Tassajara the following prerequisites must be fully met: \n\nCompletion of at least one two-month residential practice period at San Francisco Zen Center’s City Center or Green Gulch Farm. An exception may be made for those with comparable practice experience elsewhere; the applicant is asked to submit a letter of recommendation from their teacher.\nCommitment to participate in the full three months\nSubmitting a completed application by November 27th\nTuition paid in full before the start of the practice period\, or use of a practice period credit earned before arrival and approved by the applications committee\n\nApplying as soon as possible helps Tassajara with the logistics of planning for the practice period; priority of acceptance will be given to those who apply early. \nWe encourage all students to be fully vaccinated against Covid. In addition\, testing and masking protocols may take place during the first few days of the practice period. Please carefully review the Tassajara Health & Safety Protocols. \nSEASONAL WEATHER CONCERNS\nBased on our past experience\, we expect that the seasonal rains will bring additional challenges to the monastery. These challenges include potential flooding as well as debris flow\, slides\, and erosion risks along the Tassajara road and throughout the valley. Due to these potential hazards\, Tassajara practice period participants have been requested to sign a Waiver of Liability\, which is included as a part of the online application form. \nBe prepared for additional weather challenges given predictions that late fall 2026/winter 2027 may present a Super El Niño. \nImportant Practice Period Documents: \n\nZMC Practice Period Shingi\nVisitor Waiver\nWhat to Bring\nTassajara Zen Monastic Schedule
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/2027-tassajara-winter-practice-period-zmc-1-6-3-31/
CATEGORIES:Practice Periods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270311T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270405T110000
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SUMMARY:Green Gulch Farm Spring 2027 Three-Week Practice Period: More Wonder. Less Fear\, GGF 3/11–4/5
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 11\, 3:00 pm—Monday\, April 5\, 11:00 am \nThree-Week Practice Period at Green Gulch Farm is an opportunity for beginning and experienced students to participate in an intense period of residential practice that centers around daily zazen\, work practice\, study\, and one-on-one meetings with the teacher. Weekly events include lectures\, formal ceremonies\, classes\, and gatherings with the leading teacher. Participants commit to stay in the Green Gulch valley during the entire three weeks. The practice period will conclude with a five-day sesshin. \nMore Wonder. Less Fear.\nDuring this Practice Period\, we will take up the study and practice of living with and embodying more heart\, aliveness\, and wonder\, and less delusion\, mistaken belief\, and fear. The primary readings will be from the teachings of Suzuki Roshi (Zen Mind\, Beginner’s Mind and Becoming Yourself) and Dogen’s Genjo Koan (Koan of Everyday Life)\, as well as assorted poetry. \nApplication \nPlease review the Practice Period Guidelines/Shingi before submitting your application. \nStudents who are accepted into the three-week practice period generally will have already participated in at least one all-day sit\, sesshin\, and/or a guest student stay at Green Gulch Farm. If you do not have prior experience with Zen practice\, we strongly suggest completing a one-day sit or sesshin at Green Gulch Farm before applying for the three-week practice period. If you have questions and aren’t sure if applying is right for you based on your practice experience\, please contact the Abbot’s assistant at ggfabbotassist@sfzc.org before applying. \nThe Applications Committee will notify applicants as to whether they have been accepted by February 15. If you need to be notified about your acceptance earlier (for your planning purposes)\, please email ggfabbotassist@sfzc.org and let us know. \nFor questions or more information\, please contact the Abbot’s assistant at ggfabbotassist@sfzc.org. \nThe application deadline is February 1.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/green-gulch-farm-spring-2027-three-week-practice-period-more-wonder-less-fear-ggf-3-11-4-5/
CATEGORIES:Workshops and Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270318T173000
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SUMMARY:The Shobogenzo in Translation\, Online 3/11–4/1
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nFour Thursdays\, March 11–April 1\, 4:00–5:30 pm PT / 7:00–8:30 pm ET \nHow does the translation we read shape our understanding of Dogen? \nThe growing worldwide interest in Dogen’s Shobogenzo has produced six complete English translations\, along with numerous versions in European and Asian languages. Each translation approaches this famously challenging and evocative work differently\, offering readers distinct pathways into Dogen’s language and teaching. \nIn this four-session course\, we will focus particularly on two major English editions: the widely-read translation produced by Kazuaki Tanahashi and a group of collaborators\, and the recent eight-volume translation by the Soto Zen Text Project. \nBoth are immensely valuable\, but they differ in their source texts\, organization\, treatment of chronology\, and approach to annotation. The course’s primary focus will be “Ikka Myoju” (One Bright Pearl)\, “Inmo” (Suchness)\, “Komyo” (Radiant Light)\, “Shunju” (Spring and Autumn)\, and “Sansuikyo” (Mountains and Rivers Sutras)\, while ranging more widely where helpful for exploring questions of translation and interpretation. \nTogether\, we will: \n\nSurvey the history and variety of English translations of the Shobogenzo since the 1970s.\nCompare how the Tanahashi and Soto Zen Text Project editions approach several exemplary fascicles.\nExplore how significant passages have been rendered differently across translations.\nDevelop practical ways of consulting multiple translations to engage Doogen’s subtle and paradoxical writing with greater confidence and appreciation.\n\nThrough close reading and discussion\, participants in this four-session online class will gain a clearer understanding of how translation choices shape our encounter with Dogen\, as well as new tools for approaching the Shobogenzo in their own study and practice.  \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/the-shobogenzo-in-translation-online-3-11-4-1/2027-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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SUMMARY:Thursday Drop-in Practice Session\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday\, 5:30 – 6:30 pm PT. \nJoin San Francisco Zen Center teachers for a weekly online drop-in session\, offering opportunities to connect in real time. \nEach session includes: \n\n20 minutes of meditation\nA brief Dharma reflection\nGroup discussion\n\nThese sessions provide a welcoming space for practice and community connection\, open to practitioners of all levels. \nFor more information\, visit the Thursday Drop-in Practice Session homepage. \n\nJoin the teacher in the Online Zendo with a computer or mobile device: \nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number \nSee Tips for Using Zoom
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/thursday-drop-in-practice-session-online/2027-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270318T190000
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SUMMARY:Trans Sangha\, BIPOC Night\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Trans Sangha is a meditation group by and for transgender people; beginners and newcomers are always welcome. Trans Sangha meets weekly in the zendo at 300 Page Street\, with different offerings depending on the week: \nSangha Night is on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month: a community building focused evening open to all trans people. Includes 25 minutes of guided meditation\, check-ins\, a short talk\, and community discussion. \nBIPOC Affinity Night is on the 3rd Thursday: a practice space reserved for members of our community who are Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color (if you identify as white\, please do not attend this night). \nBuddha Night is on the 1st Thursday: a silent meditation focused evening that includes introductions and two silent\, unguided meditation periods. There’s no talk or discussion during the session\, although optional snacks and conversation are shared after the session closes. \nDharma Night is on the 5th Thursday: different each time it comes around. It will involve a concentrated look at a Buddhist text\, a ceremony of some sort\, or anything else that feels relevant. \nJoin us after each session for cookies and conversation shared outdoors. \nFor the latest information\, and to sign up for updates via the Signal app\, visit the Trans Sangha website at transsangha.org. \nKN95 or N95 are required when attending Trans Sangha. Cloth masks and surgical masks are not permitted. We mask as an act of community care & to make this space accessible to sangha members who are disabled\, chronically ill\, and/or immunocompromised \nContact info: TransSangha@proton.me
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/trans-sangha-bipoc-night-cc/2027-03-18/
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