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Your Guide to Zen Meditation and Yoga in Eugene
At Blue Cliff Zen Center, we believe Zen practice can be deeply nourishing and life-changing for anyone. Our center offers a unique blend of Japanese Soto and Rinzai Zen traditions, emphasizing lay practice to make Zen accessible in the modern world. Through Soto Zen lineage from Daizan Skinner and Rinzai Zen lineage from Shinzan Miyamae, we teach the Hakuin-Inzan koan curriculum, integrating rigorous Zen with informal community. Our practice includes Zen yogaa fusion of East Asian and Indian yogaand adapted Enlightenment Intensive methods developed by Charles and Ava Berner. We prioritize enhancing well-being, vitality, and awareness of body, energy, and mind, supporting individuals in living grounded, awake lives.Our commitment to the Bodhisattva path and awakened heart extends to all, welcoming diverse participants regardless of gender identity, age, race, religion, or background. We offer weekly meditation sessions, both in-person and online, alongside retreats, courses, and teacher training programs. Our mission is to provide practical tools for mindfulness, compassion, and personal growth, fostering a community dedicated to Zen practice and its transformative potential.
Services
Zen Meditation
Zen Yoga Classes
Retreats
Meditation Courses
Teacher Training
Enlightenment Intensive
Seasonal Retreats
Zenways Japan Trip
Zen Jin Shin Workshops
Meditation Days
Highlights and features
- We blend Soto and Rinzai Zen traditions with modern accessibility.
- Our Zen yoga integrates East Asian and Indian practices.
- We offer adapted Enlightenment Intensive methods for deep growth.
- Our community prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- We provide both in-person and online meditation sessions.
Services
Zen Meditation
Our Zen Meditation sessions cultivate mindfulness and inner peace through traditional practices. Designed for modern lifestyles, these sessions help participants develop focus, reduce stress, and deepen self-awareness. Both in-person and online options are available.
Zen Yoga Classes
Zen Yoga combines East Asian and Indian yoga traditions to enhance physical vitality and mental clarity. Classes emphasize breathwork, postures, and meditative awareness, supporting holistic well-being for all experience levels.
Retreats
Seasonal and themed retreats offer immersive Zen experiences, including silent meditation, yoga, and guided workshops. Held in-person at scenic locations, these retreats provide opportunities for deep reflection and community connection.
Meditation Courses
Structured courses like 'Zen Meditation for Grounding' and 'Mindfulness for Compassion' teach practical skills for daily life. Programs range from six-week sessions to intensive weekend workshops, both locally and online.
Teacher Training
Our 200-hour Zen Yoga Teacher Training equips students with skills to lead classes and deepen personal practice. The curriculum blends meditation, yoga philosophy, and teaching methodology over nine weekends.
People
Daizan Skinner
Zen Teacher
Daizan Skinner holds the Soto Zen lineage and leads retreats, blending traditional practice with modern accessibility. He co-leads the Japan Zen Adventure Trip, offering cultural and spiritual insights.
Shinzan Miyamae
Zen Teacher
Shinzan Miyamae, or Shinzan Roshi, teaches the Hakuin-Inzan koan curriculum and leads retreats. He guides Zen yoga sessions and online programs, emphasizing rigorous yet informal practice.
Renee
Instructor
Renee facilitates the Heart Sutra Study Group, offering weekly sessions to explore Zen texts and their practical applications for modern mindfulness and spiritual growth.
Questions
What types of meditation does Blue Cliff Zen Center offer?
We offer weekly Zen meditation sessions, both in-person and online, including silent retreats and themed programs focused on grounding, compassion, and insight.
What retreats are available?
Seasonal retreats, Zen yoga getaways, and intensive programs like the Breakthrough to Zen Retreat are held in Oregon and online, led by experienced teachers.
How can I support the Zen Center?
Support us through PayPal donations or monthly sponsorship. Donors receive contribution receipts for tax purposes using our EIN: 81-3626615.
Is prior experience required to join?
No prior experience is needed. Our community welcomes all, with beginner-friendly sessions and guidance for new participants.
