​Zen Meditation Sessions


Louisville Zen Center offers regular opportunities for zazen (both in person and online), dokusan, and chanting. Because our teacher is also one of the three teachers of the Rochester Zen Center, we are connected to this broader network of practice and support, with access to its resources. 


Click here for information about the venues and Zoom access. For special events, click here.


Sunday 

  • Morning (8:30 - 10:30 am)
    • Online with the Rochester Zen Center
    • Usually 25 minutes of zazen, a bell for a posture change, then another 25 minutes
    • Followed by kinhin, chanting, and a talk
  • Evening (6:30 - 8:00 pm)
    • In-person & online at Infinite Bliss Yoga
    • Sitting schedule varies; see our calendar for details


Tuesday 

  • Morning (7:00 - 8:00 am)
    • Online with the Rochester Zen Center
    • 30 minutes of zazen, a bell for a posture change, then another 30 minutes
  • Evening (6:30 - 8:00 pm)
    • In-person & online at Heart of Perfect Wisdom Zendo
    • Newcomer orientation at 6 - 6:30 pm
    • 25-30 minutes of zazen, kinhin, then another 25-30 minutes of zazen
    • Followed by chanting
    • Sensei offers dokusan


Wednesday (7:00 - 8:00 am)

  • Online with the Rochester Zen Center
  • 30 minutes of zazen, a bell for a posture change, then another 30 minutes
  • Sensei offers dokusan until 8:15


Thursday (6:30 - 8:30 pm)

  • Online with the Louisville Zen Center
  • 35 minutes of zazen, then a short break
  • Afterwards, Sensei offers dokusan by appointment


Friday:

  • Morning (7:00 - 8:00 am)
    • Online with the Rochester Zen Center
    • 30 minutes of zazen, a bell for a posture change, then another 30 minutes
  • Evening (7:00 - 8:00 pm)
    • Online with the Rochester Zen Center
    • 30 minutes of zazen, a bell for a posture change, then another 30 minutes
    • Sensei offers dokusan until 8:15


Saturday (7:00 - 8:00 am)

  • Online with the Rochester Zen Center
  • 30 minutes of zazen, a bell for a posture change, then another 30 minutes
  • Sensei offers dokusan until 8:15


​Dana (Giving)

There is no charge to participate. The Center operates on dana (generosity). A suggested donation of $5–$10 is appreciated, though any amount is welcome. Consider becoming a member to offer ongoing support.​​