OUR PEOPLE

The Chicago Zen Center was founded in 1974 by a small group of people who were interested in practicing Zen as taught by Philip Kapleau in the Harada-Yasutani tradition.  Since then it has grown into a complete practice center, under the guidance of established teachers, offering the full spectrum of Zen training and practice opportunities: daily sittings (all with dokusan), weekly teishos, a regular schedule of sesshin retreats, and a full complement of Buddhist celebrations and devotional services.

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The men and women who practice here come from every walk of life across all age ranges.  All are welcome to come and experience the richness of Zen Buddhist practice.

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If you have any questions, contact the Center: contact@chicagozen.org.

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