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Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale invites everyone to the Beginner's Zen Meditation and Buddhism course!
Drop-in guided meditation most Wednesdays at 7:25pm, all are welcome!
We offer Zen Meditation and Buddhism courses throughout the year (Separate classes in English, in Chinese, and for Family/Children) : Register Here
This free 20-week long sequential class is great for newcomers as well as those experienced with meditation and Buddhism, as it goes further in depth and is a prerequisite for more advanced courses. The class is led by fully ordained Buddhist nuns, and includes guided meditation as well as a lecture and Q&A.
Beginning Chan Meditation and Fundamental Concepts of Buddhism
The meditation portion of the class teaches breath-counting, mindfulness of the breath, and middle way reality. The lecture topics include the introduction to Buddhism and Chan (Zen), Karma and causality, the Four Noble Truths, Three Refuges and Five Precepts.
Ten weekly classes are offered at the Zen Center, including beginner's and advanced meditation courses, and separate classes are offered in Chinese and for children.
Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale is one of the branch temples of Chung Tai Chan Monastery in Taiwan, a leading center for Mahayana Buddhism and Zen (Chan). Activities offered include meditation classes and retreats, Chinese Buddhist Sunday services (ceremonies), vegetarian cooking classes, and more. Zen Buddhism teaches people how to attain inner peace and uncover the inherent wisdom within all of us. People of all backgrounds are welcome to discover Zen meditation at the Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale, nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley / South Bay. All activities are offered at no charge.
Buddha Gate Monastery (buddhagate.org) is the sister temple in East Bay (Lafayette) and also offers meditation groups and classes.
This unofficial meetup group is run by [SFZen.org](https://www.sfzen.org/) and lay supporters and friends of Chung Tai Zen Center; please visit www.sunnyvale.ctzen.org for official updates.
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See all- Guided Zen Meditation and Sunnyvale Zen Center Open HouseChung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale, Sunnyvale, CA
Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale invites you to a guided meditation and Open House: practice Zen meditation and mindfulness with Buddhist monastics right in the heart of Silicon Valley / San Francisco Bay Area.
OPEN HOUSE at【Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale】.
Saturday, Sept 27
Morning session in Chinese：10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Afternoon session in English：1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
(Sign-in & Tour / Guided Meditation with a nun / Class Intro/ Student's sharing/ Snack)One Hour Guided Meditations:
Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale (South Bay): Wednesdays at 7:25pm starting September 10, 2025
Buddha Gate Monastery in Lafayette (East Bay): Every Friday night at 7pmPlease arrive early. Socks are required. We start with a few minutes of chanting the Heart Sutra, followed by a 40 minute sit with guidance, and conclude with a dedication of merit. No experience necessary.
Where can we find peace of mind and true happiness? Zen meditation helps us attain an unbiased perception of reality. The key is to reflect inwardly. In this way, we can reach a clearer understanding of life’s difficulties with true wisdom and peace of mind as the result.
All activities at Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale and sister temple, Buddha Gate Monastery in Lafayette, are offered for free. Donations are welcome.
Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale 中台禪寺 太谷精舍:
https://sunnyvale.ctzen.org/Buddha Gate Monastery (Lafayette) 佛門寺:
https://buddhagate.org/阿彌陀佛!
