About us
Universal Chan International Buddhist Center is a donation-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and Buddhist meditation group based on the Chinese Chan (禪) Tradition, founded by the Chan Monk Da Xing.
हम बुद्ध के ज्ञान में मूल रूप से बसे हुए हैं और हम उससे विच्युत नहीं होते।
Your generosity will help us to continue to serve humanity. Examples of donations: Money, stocks, property, piece of land, very good condition vehicles, property/land to use for free. You may send monetary donations through https://donorbox.org/universalchan or paypal.me/universalchan. For more information, please visit https://www.universalchan.org/support-us
Offering donation-based Chan meditation, Dharma talks, retreats, tea tastings, and more with emphasis on practice in daily life.
Dharma talk (English and Chinese languages) and Chan meditation classes every Monday and Thursday 7–9 p.m.
445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA 94707
https://www.universalchan.org/
About Us:
Universal Chan is a donation-based 501(c)(3) international Buddhist non-profit organization derived from the Chinese Chan (禪) Tradition, founded by the Chan Monk Da Xing. It operates mainly in the USA, Asia, and Europe, but we are open to be active in other countries as well.
The real meaning of Chan is “Genuine Enlightenment” or even “Buddhahood Itself,” that is, Realizing the Supreme Way Directly.
Here we do not do any indoctrination; it is actually quite the opposite—we advocate to let go of all doctrines and ideas so that our Inherent Great Luminous Wisdom will be able to function.
That’s it!
The goal of the organization and of its affiliations is to spread the Chan Teachings to deeply benefit those interested in learning the essence of the Buddha’s teachings.
हम बुद्ध के ज्ञान में मूल रूप से बसे हुए हैं और हम उससे विच्युत नहीं होते।
“यूनिवर्सल चान" चीन और भारत के आध्यात्मिक परम्पराओं पर आधारित है। चान को भारत से चीन अट्ठाईसवे भारतीय पितृ बोधिधर्म द्वारा लाया गया था। यह मन से मन के संचरण तथा जीवित प्राणियों के मन के सार पर ही केंद्रित है, ना कि शब्दों या सिद्धांतों पर, ताकि सभी सीधे बुद्ध बन सकें। "यूनिवर्सल चान" की बीज और जड़ें भारत में ही हैं। उसही सार को बरकरार रखते हुए चीन मैं उसके विकास, संचालन और पोषण से "एक विशेष स्वाद" की उत्पत्ति हुई, जो "चान" है। यहाँ अमेरिका में भी हम वही तरीके से विभिन्न परिवेश के अनुकूल अपने को ढलते हुए आगे बढ़ रहे हैं।"चान" सभी बुद्धों और सभी जीवों की आत्मा है। हम पहले से ही बुद्ध हैं, परंतु हम सो रहे हैं, केवल जागने की आवश्यकता है। बस यहीं जनाना है ।
Upcoming events
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Awaken to Buddha Mind! Monday Night Dharma Talk & 禪 Meditation—In-person & Zoom
Universal Chan: International Zen Buddhist Center, 445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA, USEvery Monday evening from 7pm–9pm we have Dharma talk & Meditation Class led by Master Daxing. These Chan (禪) meditation classes are held in-person at Universal Chan Center located at 445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA 94707 and on Zoom simultaneously. You have the option of attending class either in-person or on Zoom.
Before joining our first class, please do the following:
1. Sign our Universal Chan Waiver: app.hellosign.com/s/Is7L3vLp
For our Zoom participants:
To receive the Zoom link and password, please checkout a ticket on Eventbrite at mondaymeditationclass.eventbrite.com. Once you have checked out a ticket, you will receive a confirmation message and email with the Zoom link and password to this class.
Please remember to:
1. Keep your video/webcam on during class so that everyone can see each other's faces.
2. Have your microphone muted unless you need to unmute to make comments or ask questions.
If you haven't downloaded Zoom yet, please do so now by going here: https://zoom.us/download
Zoom is available on computer, mobile phone, and tablet.
We also recommend that you create a Zoom account if you haven't already.
All our classes, events, and activities are donation-based. Your generosity will help us to continue to serve humanity.
With that being said, Dharma talks and Meditation Classes are free of charge. But if you'd still wish to make a donation, then we'd really appreciate it, and you may do so through paypal.me/universalchan, donorbox.org/universalchan, or Venmo (our Venmo Charity Profile is venmo.com/universalchan aka @universalchan). There is also a donation box at our Chan Center for cash or check donations. Your donations are tax-deductible. Thank you.
At Universal Chan we do a wide variety of activities ranging from those more commonly practiced in many Buddhist centers, such as sitting meditation, to lesser known methods such as exercise and walking Chan. We typically start with a short service, and then proceed to Dharma talk. After Dharma talk, we will have some time left for some sitting meditation.
Please email info@universalchan.org if you have any questions.
Looking forward to seeing you for Dharma talk and Meditation Class!
1 attendee
Awaken to Buddha Mind! Tuesday Night Chan (禪) Meditation—In Person Only
Universal Chan: International Zen Buddhist Center, 445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA, USThis weekly class will include Dharma, Drinking Tea, Sitting, Walking, and Exercising Chan (meditation). All experience levels are welcome.
Schedule: Every Tuesday, 7pm–9pm
Class is held in person ONLY at Universal Chan Center located at 445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA 94707
Please sign our Universal Chan Waiver (if you haven't already): app.hellosign.com/s/Is7L3vLp
All our classes, events, and activities are donation-based. Your generosity will help us to continue to serve humanity.
Donation options:
- paypal.me/universalchan
- donorbox.org/universalchan
- Venmo (our Venmo Charity Profile is venmo.com/universalchan aka @universalchan)
- Cash or check donations to our donation box inside Universal Chan Center
Your donations are tax-deductible. Thank you.
1 attendee
Awaken to Buddha Mind! Thursday Night Chan (禪) Meditation—In-person & Zoom
Universal Chan: International Zen Buddhist Center, 445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA, USEvery Thursday evening from 7pm–9pm we have Meditation Class led by Master Daxing. These Chan meditation classes are held in-person at Universal Chan Center located at 445 Colusa Ave, Kensington, CA 94707 and on Zoom simultaneously. You have the option of attending class either in-person or on Zoom.
Before joining our first class, please do the following:
1. Sign our Universal Chan Waiver: app.hellosign.com/s/Is7L3vLp
For our Zoom participants:
To receive the Zoom link and password, please checkout a ticket on Eventbrite at thursdaymeditationclass.eventbrite.com. Once you have checked out a ticket, you will receive a confirmation message and email with the Zoom link and password to this class.Please remember to:
1. Keep your video/webcam on during class so that everyone can see each other's faces.
2. Have your microphone muted unless you need to unmute to make comments or ask questions.If you haven't downloaded Zoom yet, please do so now by going here: https://zoom.us/download
Zoom is available on computer, mobile phone, and tablet.
We also recommend that you create a Zoom account if you haven't already.
All our classes, events, and activities are donation-based. Your generosity will help us to continue to serve humanity.
With that being said, Dharma talks and Meditation Classes are free of charge. But if you'd still wish to make a donation, then we'd really appreciate it, and you may do so through paypal.me/universalchan, donorbox.org/universalchan, or Venmo (our Venmo Charity Profile is venmo.com/universalchan aka @universalchan). There is also a donation box at our Chan Center for cash or check donations. Your donations are tax-deductible. Thank you.
At Universal Chan we do a wide variety of activities ranging from those more commonly practiced in many Buddhist centers, such as sitting meditation, to lesser known methods such as exercise and walking Chan. We typically start with a short service, and then proceed to meditation. During class, we may alternate between different meditation activities, such as practicing 20 min of sitting meditation, 10 min of walking meditation, and then 15 min of exercise meditation.
Please email info@universalchan.org if you have any questions.
Looking forward to seeing you in our meditation classes!
1 attendee
Luminous Peak 7-Day Chan Practice (Retreat)
Retreat Site, Inspiration Drive East, Pioneer, CA, USATTENTION: THIS POST IS PURELY INFORMATIONAL.
RSVPing here on Meetup for this Retreat does NOT mean you have been accepted into this Retreat nor have been guaranteed/granted a spot in this Retreat.
ACCEPTANCE INTO THIS RETREAT IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Please apply at https://form.jotform.com/universalchan/retreat by filling out this form completely and submitting your application.
You can also view our Retreat page at chan-retreat.eventbrite.com
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Universal Chan International 501(c)(3) non-profit organization will be holding a Luminous Peak 7-Day Chan Practice (meditation retreat).Silent Illumination and Investigation. Sitting meditation, hiking meditation, exercise meditation, Dharma talks, and tea.
Site: Pioneer, California
Dates: May 24 to May 30, 2026
Starts: 4:30pm (5/24) Ends: 10am (5/30)Help yourself and others with the Dharma. Join us and take advantage of this great opportunity!
All practitioners are welcome as long as they have had some experience in meditation practice.
Dedicate some time to yourself to smoothly travel on the path of wisdom, compassion, and happiness. Don’t waste your life in vain—learn how to use your inherent wisdom and function accordingly.
Chan practice isn’t solely sitting meditation, but also learning how to use Chan principles in all situations. It is very important to receive instructions from a qualified teacher who will help you practice smoothly and solve your doubts. In this retreat, you will learn proper methods of Chan practice and be guided to apply the methods and principles in various activities including drinking tea, walking in nature, easy exercises, and light chores.
As long as you sincerely want to learn, do your best, and meet the conditions specified in the application form, you can participate and make good use of this timeless teaching. We hope to meet you on this retreat.
This retreat will include indoor and outdoor practice and different meditation activities.
Space is limited—early bird gets the worm! So please apply as soon as possible.
Participants need to fill out our Luminous Peak 7-Day Chan Practice (May 24–30, 2026) Application Form in order to be considered for admittance into this retreat.
Sliding Scale Retreat Fee
Base: $490
Dharma Protector: $980
Generous Dharma Hero: $1600Please note: No matter how much you pay, all participants will receive the same meals and accommodations.
It includes: Lodging, 3 daily vegan meals, premium teas, and Chan teachings from a qualified Master.
Transportation is NOT included.
Note: Participants will not have a private room.
From about 1 month prior to the retreat, we will let you know what you need to bring to the retreat.
Acceptance into this retreat is by application only.
Application Deadline: April 24, 2026 by 11:59pm
In order to apply to be considered for a spot in this retreat, please do the following:
1. Go to https://form.jotform.com/universalchan/retreat, fill out the "Luminous Peak 7-Day Chan Practice (May 24–30, 2026) Application Form" completely, and submit your application.(If you are having trouble filling out this form, please email us at info@universalchan.org to let us know so that we can help.)
We will review your application and then email you back to let you know whether you have been accepted into this retreat.
Please note: Your spot in this retreat is not confirmed until you have paid the retreat fee.
If your application has been accepted, the final step of the reservation process is to:
1. Pay the retreat fee when you register for the retreat on our Eventbrite page.Note: We will email you a unique Access Code to enter in order to access the checkout page to make your retreat fee payment and secure your spot in this retreat. Please do not share your unique Access Code with anyone else; this code is a one-time code for your use only.
We will remind you about these steps in the email notification of your acceptance to this retreat.After paying the retreat fee on our Eventbrite page, you will be officially registered as a Retreat Participant and will have reserved your spot for this retreat.
There are no refunds after you have paid and registered for this retreat. If you do decide to cancel your registration and reserved spot, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can make the proper arrangements ahead of time.
Please email us at info@universalchan.org if you have any questions.
Looking forward to doing Chan Practice with you all!
All the best,
Universal Chan2 attendees
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