Grounded in the dharma.
Devoted to contemplative care.

We are a Dharma organization committed to transforming people’s lives through Zen practice, contemplative caregiving and learning.

PRACTICE WITH US — IN PERSON & ONLINE

We offer daily online sitting at 12:30 pm ET and both online and in-person practice on Monday, Wednesday evenings, and Sunday mornings. All levels are welcome. Join us for practice and study.

 

Learn the fundamentals of zen practice

Our new eight-video course, led by Koshin Sensei, offers a comprehensive overview of all aspects of Zen study and practice.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WORKSHOPS, CLASSES AND RETREATS

Contemplative Medicine Fellowship Info Session
Join us for this free, online information session about the Contemplative Medicine Fellowship — a twelve-month training for physicians, advanced practice registered nurses (NP &...
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11TH, 2024 | 1:00PM – 2:00 PM ET
ZEN SHABBAT // DECEMBER 2024
Lab/Shul and NYZC invite you to a shared experience of sacred space and time, harmonizing Jewish and Zen traditions in the celebration of Sabbath spirit.
Friday, December 20th, 2024 | 6:30pm – 8:30 pm ET
DECEMBER HALF-DAY RETREAT 2024
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, December 21st, 2024 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
New Year's Eve Sit 2024 | Online & In-Person
This evening is an opportunity to reflect upon the year that has passed and ponder all the possibilities a new year might hold. Join Chodo...
December 31st, 2024 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm ET
JANUARY HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, January 18th, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
Beginner’s Mind Sesshin: A Winter Silent Retreat of Wholehearted Practice at the Garrison Institute
Start the new year in community with us for Winter Sesshin at The Garrison Institute. Sesshin provides an extraordinary opportunity to slow down, enjoy a...
January 22nd – January 26th, 2025
Commit to Sit: The Path Illuminated | Winter 2025
Through weekly online dharma talks, daily video teachings, private group discussions, daily meditation opportunities, and more, we will allow our practice to strip away the...
90 DAYS OF PRACTICE | JANUARY 22ND – APRIL 21ST, 2025
FEBRUARY HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, February 8th, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
MARCH HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, March 1st, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
APRIL HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, April 19th, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
MAY HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, May 10th, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
JUNE HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
JULY HALF-DAY RETREAT 2025
Silently engaging in sitting and walking meditation, hearing a dharma talk, and connecting with community are wonderful ways to spend a Saturday morning.
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm ET

OUR THREE PILLARS

care
Transforming care through contemplative practice
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education
Bring connection and care into your life, in a very real way
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zen practice
How to approach it, embrace it, and integrate it.
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JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care offers guidance for people interested in beginning meditation or continuing in their existing practice; we train people from all walks of life— including medical professionals, parents, lawyers, artist and bankers—in compassionate caregiving; we support people and their loved ones through serious illness and death, and assists family and friends during their grieving process. We also celebrate and honor many of life’s meaningful moments.

your support
means everything
to us

Generous donations in support of our efforts to transform spiritual care are the lifeblood of our organization.