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SUMMARY:Beginners' Half-Day Sitting\, CC 10/18
DESCRIPTION:A gentle introduction for people who are new to meditation. The morning will include instruction in sitting meditation (zazen) and walking meditation (kinhin\, variations available if needed)\, followed by alternating brief periods of zazen (15 – 20 minutes) and kinhin (10 – 15 minutes)\, and discussion with the teacher. The morning will include tea and cookies.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/beginners-half-day-sitting-cc-10-18/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Beginners' Sitting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261023T120000
DTSTAMP:20261015T004238Z
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SUMMARY:Zazenkai Series\, CC 10/9–11/20
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, October 9–November 20 \nA series of half-day sittings led by senior students at City Center will take place every Friday morning from October 9 through November 20 in the zendo. Everyone is welcome to drop-in\, no registration required. \nZazenkai\, CC 10/9\nZazenkai\, CC 10/16\nZazenkai\, CC 10/23\nZazenkai\, CC 11/13\nZazenkai\, CC 11/20 \nZazen is the practice of sitting with awareness and experiencing whatever arises. Throughout the history of Zen\, the practice of zazen has been considered the primary agent of awakening. As Dogen Zenji declared\, before bowing\, offering incense or chanting Buddha’s name\, the practice of zazen reveals and expresses awakening. With this in mind\, zazenkai is a period of time dedicated to zazen with minimal traditional formalities. \nThese sittings are suitable for both beginners and experienced sitters. There will be instruction in the details of posture\, breath\, and establishing the mental disposition of experiencing whatever arises. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions about one’s practice. \nThere will be scheduled periods of sitting and walking\, with the option of continuing to sit through the walking meditation if desired. \nPrior Instruction: Although general instruction for meditation is included in these events\, it is recommended that participants attend public Zazen Meditation Instruction beforehand\, which is available in-person on select Saturdays at 8:40 am at 300 Page Street.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazenkai-series-cc-10-9-11-20/2026-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010147Z
CREATED:20260510T214922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T010147Z
UID:10000195-1792816200-1792868400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Saturday One-Day Sitting\, GGF 10/24
DESCRIPTION:One-Day Sittings are open to those who have completed at least one introductory half-day sitting at Green Gulch\, or have comparable background in formal Zen practice. \nDevoting this day to sitting together offers a chance to step outside the busyness and noise of everyday life\, resettle\, and clarify what’s most important. \nOne-Day Sittings include formal meals in the zendo for breakfast and lunch\, and an informal dinner in the dining room. Please bring your oryoki bowls. If you do not have oryoki bowls\, we will provide you appropriate eating bowls and utensils. \nPlease review the sample schedule before registering. \nIf you have any questions regarding the schedule\, guidelines\, or your eligibility for the One-Day Sitting\, please consult with the Head of the Meditation Hall (Ino) at ggfino@sfzc.org before completing your registration.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-one-day-sitting-ggf-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000755-1793436000-1793438700@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2026-10-31/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002119-1793445600-1793448900@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2026-10-31/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T054000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000453Z
CREATED:20260729T024455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000453Z
UID:10003547-1793857200-1794074400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Three-Day Sesshin\, City Center 11/5–11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the in-person at City Center sesshin. If you want to attend the online version\, register for the Three-Day Sesshin\, Online 11/5–11/7. \nSesshins are traditional Soto Zen meditation retreats that include formal zendo meals\, Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and private interviews with senior teachers.  \nIn order to understand the nature of our formal retreats\, and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical sesshin schedule\, as well as our guidelines for zendo conduct We ask that those who attend sesshin commit to following these guidelines and to participating in the schedule completely. If you have questions regarding the schedule or guidelines\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall\, the Ino\, via email (ccino@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nWe will be using the traditional Zen form of oryoki for eating breakfast and lunch in the zendo. While meals are included as part of the sesshin\, you will need an oryoki set to participate. You may either borrow informal bowls\, bring your own set\, purchase one ($100)\, or rent a set for the day. If needed\, the formal oryoki meal can be substituted with silent meals in the dining room. \nPrerequisitesAll participants are asked to have at least participated in one SFZC half-day sitting and one-day sitting\, attended Zazen Instruction and Zendo Forms Instruction at City Center\, and have received training in oryoki or commit to participating in the Oryoki Training on the evening before the Three Day Sit at 5:00 pm in the City Center dining room. \nIf you have any questions regarding the schedule\, guidelines\, or your eligibility for the Three-Day Sitting\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (ino) at ccino@sfzc.org  before completing your registration. \nThis sesshin is included with the 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period as a resident\, there is no need to register for this sesshin. \nIf you are not a practice period residential student and are interested in staying at City Center for sesshin\, please look for the housing option when you register. Housing is dependent on availability. Prices depend on the type of room chosen. \nThe registration deadline is October 30.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/three-day-sesshin-city-center-11-5-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T054000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000454Z
CREATED:20260729T024456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000454Z
UID:10003548-1793857200-1794074400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Three-Day Sesshin\, Online 11/5–11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for ONLINE sesshin registration. If you want to sit in-person at City Center please register for the Three-Day Sesshin\, City Center 11/5-11/7. \nSesshins are traditional Soto Zen meditation retreats that include Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and the opportunity for group practice discussion sessions. \nThis sesshin will be offered through the Online Practice Center and will be geared towards supporting those who are participating at home. In addition to sitting and walking meditation and online morning\, noon\, and evening service\, there will be Dharma talks each morning. \nWe ask those who attend sesshin to commit to participating in the schedule as completely as possible. If you have questions regarding the schedule\, please consult with the director of the Online Practice Center via email (dan.gudgel@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nThis three-day online sesshin is included with the 2026 City Center Fall Practice Period\, Online/Commuter\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period there is no need to register for the online sesshin. \nThe registration deadline is November 4.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/three-day-sesshin-online-11-5-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T054000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000458Z
CREATED:20260729T024513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000458Z
UID:10003559-1794030000-1794074400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Saturday One-Day Sitting\, Online 11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the ONLINE sesshin registration. If you want to sit in-person at City Center\, register for the Saturday One-Day Sitting\, City Center 11/7. \nOne-day sittings offer traditional Soto Zen all-day meditation practice. We ask those who join one-day sittings to commit to participating in the complete schedule. (View a sample schedule). \nThis online one-day sitting is part of 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, Online/Commuter and is included as part of that practice period–if you’ve signed up for that\, there’s no need to sign up here. \nThe final version of the schedule will be available and information about participating in this sitting online will be provided to those who have registered. \nRegister by midnight on Friday\, November 4.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-one-day-sitting-online-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T054000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000458Z
CREATED:20260815T031351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000458Z
UID:10004049-1794030000-1794074400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Saturday One-Day Sitting\, CC 11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for in-person at City Center sesshin registration. If you want to join online\, register for the Saturday One-Day Sitting\, Online 11/7. \nOne-day sittings offer traditional Soto Zen all-day meditation practice. In order to understand the nature of our formal retreats and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical one-day sitting schedule. We ask those who attend one-day sittings to commit to participating in the complete schedule. \nWe will be using the traditional Zen form of oryoki for eating some of our meals in the zendo. While meals are included as part of the one-day sitting\, you will need an oryoki set to participate. You may either bring your own set\, purchase one ($100)\, or rent a set for the day ($10). \nPrerequisitesAll One-Day participants are asked to have at least participated in one SFZC half-day sitting\, attended Zazen Instruction and Zendo Forms Instruction at City Center\, and have received training in oryoki or commit to participating in the Oryoki Training on the evening before the One-Day Sit at 5:00 pm in the City Center dining room. \nIf you have any questions regarding the schedule\, guidelines\, or your eligibility for the One-Day Sitting\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (ino) at ccino@sfzc.org before completing your registration. \nThis sesshin is included with the 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period as a resident\, there is no need to register for this sesshin. \nThe registration deadline is October 30. \nComplete the registration form
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-one-day-sitting-cc-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260919T000153Z
CREATED:20260510T214922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T000153Z
UID:10000200-1794322800-1794751200@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Five-Day Sesshin\, GGF 11/10–11/15
DESCRIPTION:Sesshin\, meaning “to gather\, collect\, and convey the mind-heart\,” is a traditional Soto Zen meditation retreat that includes formal zendo meals\, Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and private interviews with senior teachers. \nIn order to understand the nature of our formal retreats\, and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical sesshin schedule\, as well as the guidelines for zendo conduct. We ask those who attend sesshin to commit to following these guidelines and to participating in the schedule completely. If you have questions regarding the schedule or guidelines\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (the ino) via email (ggfino@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nThe in-person sesshin is open to those who have experience with formal Zen practice\, including at least two in-person One-Day Sittings at Green Gulch Farm or City Center (or comparable experience and permission of sesshin leader). \nThere will be an orientation on Tuesday\, November 10 at 3:00 pm. The sesshin will begin on Tuesday after dinner and conclude with lunch on Sunday. \nTo register for this sesshin\, begin by completing the application form. \nOnce you have been approved for the sesshin\, you will be sent an email with a link to complete your registration and process your payment. \nPlease pay as soon as you are able and at least 2 weeks before the event so waitlist people can be accommodated. \nMeals are included in the cost of sesshin. As most meals will be eaten formally in the zendo meditation hall\, please plan on bringing your oryoki set. If you do not have a set\, you can purchase one on arrival for an additional $55. \nThis sesshin is part of the 2026 Fall Practice Period at Green Gulch Farm\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you are already registered for the practice period there is no need to register for this sesshin.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/five-day-sesshin-ggf-11-10-11-15/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T120000
DTSTAMP:20261015T004238Z
CREATED:20261014T230659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T004238Z
UID:10004820-1794562200-1794571200@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazenkai Series\, CC 10/9–11/20
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, October 9–November 20 \nA series of half-day sittings led by senior students at City Center will take place every Friday morning from October 9 through November 20 in the zendo. Everyone is welcome to drop-in\, no registration required. \nZazenkai\, CC 10/9\nZazenkai\, CC 10/16\nZazenkai\, CC 10/23\nZazenkai\, CC 11/13\nZazenkai\, CC 11/20 \nZazen is the practice of sitting with awareness and experiencing whatever arises. Throughout the history of Zen\, the practice of zazen has been considered the primary agent of awakening. As Dogen Zenji declared\, before bowing\, offering incense or chanting Buddha’s name\, the practice of zazen reveals and expresses awakening. With this in mind\, zazenkai is a period of time dedicated to zazen with minimal traditional formalities. \nThese sittings are suitable for both beginners and experienced sitters. There will be instruction in the details of posture\, breath\, and establishing the mental disposition of experiencing whatever arises. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions about one’s practice. \nThere will be scheduled periods of sitting and walking\, with the option of continuing to sit through the walking meditation if desired. \nPrior Instruction: Although general instruction for meditation is included in these events\, it is recommended that participants attend public Zazen Meditation Instruction beforehand\, which is available in-person on select Saturdays at 8:40 am at 300 Page Street.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazenkai-series-cc-10-9-11-20/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000757-1794645600-1794648300@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002121-1794655200-1794658500@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261120T120000
DTSTAMP:20261015T004238Z
CREATED:20261014T230659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T004238Z
UID:10004821-1795167000-1795176000@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazenkai Series\, CC 10/9–11/20
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, October 9–November 20 \nA series of half-day sittings led by senior students at City Center will take place every Friday morning from October 9 through November 20 in the zendo. Everyone is welcome to drop-in\, no registration required. \nZazenkai\, CC 10/9\nZazenkai\, CC 10/16\nZazenkai\, CC 10/23\nZazenkai\, CC 11/13\nZazenkai\, CC 11/20 \nZazen is the practice of sitting with awareness and experiencing whatever arises. Throughout the history of Zen\, the practice of zazen has been considered the primary agent of awakening. As Dogen Zenji declared\, before bowing\, offering incense or chanting Buddha’s name\, the practice of zazen reveals and expresses awakening. With this in mind\, zazenkai is a period of time dedicated to zazen with minimal traditional formalities. \nThese sittings are suitable for both beginners and experienced sitters. There will be instruction in the details of posture\, breath\, and establishing the mental disposition of experiencing whatever arises. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions about one’s practice. \nThere will be scheduled periods of sitting and walking\, with the option of continuing to sit through the walking meditation if desired. \nPrior Instruction: Although general instruction for meditation is included in these events\, it is recommended that participants attend public Zazen Meditation Instruction beforehand\, which is available in-person on select Saturdays at 8:40 am at 300 Page Street.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazenkai-series-cc-10-9-11-20/2026-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010151Z
CREATED:20260510T214922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T010151Z
UID:10000202-1795251600-1795280400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:All Day Sitting with Everyday Zen\, GGF 11/21
DESCRIPTION:Teachers: Zoketsu Norman Fischer and Senior Everyday Zen Dharma teachers. \nThese traditional yet relaxed all-day sittings begin at 9:00 am and include meditation\, a silent lunch\, Dharma talk/discussion\, and dokusan (private meeting with Norman or other teachers). \nIf you are new to meditation and Zen forms\, please review one or two of the introductory practice instruction videos on this SF Zen Center page. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes early (by 8:45 am) to check in. \n*Pre-registration is required\, drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/all-day-sitting-with-everyday-zen-ggf-11-21/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000759-1795855200-1795857900@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2026-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260712T004316Z
CREATED:20260712T003916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T004316Z
UID:10002685-1795856400-1795867200@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Introductory Half-Day Sitting\, GGF 11/28
DESCRIPTION:A gentle introduction for beginning sitters. The morning will include instruction in sitting meditation (zazen) and walking meditation (kinhin)\, followed by alternating brief periods of zazen (20–25 minutes) and kinhin (10–15 minutes)\, and discussion with the leader.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/introductory-half-day-sitting-ggf-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002123-1795864800-1795868100@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2026-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000451Z
CREATED:20260729T024138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000451Z
UID:10003542-1795892400-1796493600@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Rohatsu Sesshin\, City Center 11/28–12/5
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the in-person at City Center sesshin. If you want to attend the shorter online version\, register for the Three-Day Rohatsu Sesshin\, Online 12/3–12/5. \nRohatsu Sesshin commemorates Buddha’s enlightenment and closes the Fall Practice Period.Sesshin (meaning “to gather\, collect\, and convey the mind-heart”) is a traditional Soto Zen meditation retreat that includes formal zendo meals\, Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and private interviews with senior teachers. \nIn order to understand the nature of our formal retreats\, and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical sesshin schedule\, as well as our guidelines for zendo conduct. We ask those who attend sesshin to commit to following these guidelines and to participating in the schedule completely. If you have questions regarding the schedule or guidelines\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall\, the ino\, via email (ccino@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nWe have returned to the traditional Zen form of oryoki for eating meals during sesshin. You will need an oryoki set to participate in sesshin\, unless you have made other arrangements through the ino. You may either bring your own set\, purchase one ($100)\, or rent a set for the day. \nIf you are interested in staying at City Center for sesshin\, please look for the housing option when you register. Housing is dependent on availability. Prices depend on the type of room chosen. \nThis Rohatsu sesshin is included with the 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period as a resident\, there is no need to register for this sesshin. \nPlease complete this form in order to complete your registration. \nThe registration deadline is November 13.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/rohatsu-sesshin-city-center-11-28-12-5/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261203T054000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T144000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000457Z
CREATED:20260729T024512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T000457Z
UID:10003558-1796276400-1796481600@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Three-Day Rohatsu Sesshin\, Online 12/3–12/5
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the ONLINE sesshin registration. If you want to sit in-person\, register for Rohatsu Sesshin\, City Center 11/28–12/5. \nThe three-day online Rohatsu Sesshin commemorates Buddha’s enlightenment and closes the Fall Practice Period. This sesshin coincides with the final three days of the in-person sesshin. \nThis sesshin will be offered through the Online Practice Center and will be geared towards supporting those who are participating at home. In addition to sitting and walking meditation and online morning\, noon\, and evening service\, there will be Dharma talks each morning. \nWe ask those who attend sesshin to commit to participating in the schedule as completely as possible. If you have questions regarding the schedule\, please consult with the director of the Online Practice Center via email (dan.gudgel@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nThis three-day online Rohatsu sesshin is included with 2026 City Center Fall Practice Period at City Center\, Online/Commuter but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period there is no need to register for the online sesshin. \nThe registration deadline is December 2. 
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/three-day-rohatsu-sesshin-online-12-3-12-5/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010152Z
CREATED:20260510T214932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T010152Z
UID:10000204-1796461200-1796490000@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:All Day Sitting with Everyday Zen\, GGF 12/5
DESCRIPTION:Teachers: Zoketsu Norman Fischer and Senior Everyday Zen Dharma teachers. \nThese traditional yet relaxed all-day sittings begin at 9:00 am and include meditation\, a silent lunch\, Dharma talk/discussion\, and dokusan (private meeting with Norman or other teachers). \nIf you are new to meditation and Zen forms\, please review one or two of the introductory practice instruction videos on this SF Zen Center page. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes early (by 8:45 am) to check in. \n*Pre-registration is required\, drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/all-day-sitting-with-everyday-zen-ggf-12-5/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260919T000313Z
CREATED:20260510T214932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T000313Z
UID:10000205-1796569200-1797170400@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Rohatsu Sesshin\, GGF 12/6–12/13
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 6\, 3 pm—Sunday\, December 13\, 2 pm \nSesshin\, meaning “to gather\, collect\, and convey the mind-heart\,” is a traditional Soto Zen meditation retreat that includes formal zendo meals\, Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and private interviews with senior teachers. In order to understand the nature of our formal retreats\, and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical sesshin schedule \, as well as the guidelines for zendo conduct. We ask that those who attend sesshin commit to following these guidelines and to participating in the schedule completely. If you have questions regarding the schedule or guidelines\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall\, the ino\, via email (ggfino@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nThe In-Person Sesshin is open to those who have experience with formal Zen practice\, including at least two in-person One-Day Sittings at Green Gulch or City Center (or comparable experience and permission of sesshin leader). \nThere will be an orientation on Sunday\, December 6 at 3:00 pm. The sesshin will begin that evening after dinner and conclude with lunch on Sunday\, December 13. \nTo register for this sesshin\, begin by completing this form. \nOnce you have been approved for the sesshin\, you will be sent an email that will include a link through which you can process your payment and complete your registration. \nPlease pay as soon as you are able and at least 2 weeks before the event so waitlist people can be accommodated. \nTo ensure that you are able to respond to our confirmation of your application\, please add ggfino@sfzc.org to your contacts.  That way no communications will end up in your spam folder.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/rohatsu-sesshin-ggf-12-6-12-13/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000761-1797064800-1797067500@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2026-12-12/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261212T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002125-1797074400-1797077700@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2026-12-12/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000765-1799484000-1799486700@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2027-01-09/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270109T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002129-1799493600-1799496900@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2027-01-09/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000767-1800693600-1800696300@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2027-01-23/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270123T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002131-1800703200-1800706500@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2027-01-23/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270206T084000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270206T092500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023422Z
CREATED:20260511T230347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023422Z
UID:10000769-1801903200-1801905900@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zazen (Meditation) Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 8:40 – 9:25 am\, in the Buddha Hall at City Center \nPlease arrive by 8:30 am. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered at 11:40 am and complements Meditation Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zazen-meditation-instruction-cc/2027-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270206T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270206T121500
DTSTAMP:20260907T023639Z
CREATED:20260512T230034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T023639Z
UID:10002133-1801912800-1801916100@www.sfzc.org
SUMMARY:Zendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction\, CC
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, 11:20 am – 12:15 pm \nPlease arrive by 11:10 am and enter by the side door on Laguna Street. \nZendo (Meditation Hall) Forms Instruction is offered by senior practitioners and is required before participation in a one-day sitting. \nZazen (Meditation) Instruction is offered at 8:40 am and should be attended before Forms Instruction.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/zendo-meditation-hall-forms-instruction-cc/2027-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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