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Dharma Field welcomes everyone to the teachings and practice of Zen Buddhism. The center, founded in 1997 by Steve Hagen, offers meditation instruction, a daily meditation schedule, and sesshins (retreats). We also offer classes in Buddhism and Zen as well as related subjects. Join us, in person or online, in the study and practice of this rich tradition, which is no less relevant today as it was in its beginnings in India over 2500 years ago.

 

DHARMA FIELD  is OPEN !!

Note: We will be closed on Christmas and New Years Day. There will be no evening sitting on Dec 24 & 31.
Daily Sitting Schedule
A quiet and settled space for daily sittings.
Mornings: M–F 6 & 6:45am
Evenings: M–W 7pm (Fridays 7 & 7:45pm)
Sunday: 8, 8:40 & 9:30am
Sunday Talks
Every Sunday at 10am.
COVID Guidelines for visiting
​Masks are required for all visitors, due to increasing transmission rates in Minneapolis.
  • If you are not vaccinated, please stay home and participate in programming on Zoom.
  • If fully vaccinated but exhibiting symptoms of COVID, you should NOT visit until certain you have not been infected, or have recovered from the infection. 
  • If fully vaccinated and exposed to COVID, monitor health for 14 days. Not required to stay away from Dharma Field.
Thank you for your cooperation.
You can find our COVID plan here.

Upcoming in our Regular Schedule...

Sunday Talks, 10 am (CDT)
Sunday talks will be given live at Dharma Field and also will be available on Zoom. Click here for the zoom link.
Dec 12 Mary Sullivan
Dec 19 Tom Bailey
Dec 26 Steve Matuszak
Jan 2 Steve Hagen
Jan 9 Norm Randolph
Solstice Sitting, Tuesday, Dec 21
4:30-6pm (live only)
Gather together to celebrate the transition of seasons with two sittings, a short talk & discussion, and time to visit. View our Solstice Sitting page for more.
Current Classes
Song of Jewel Mirror Awareness
Tuesdays, Nov 16 - Dec 7, led by Steve Matuszak
​The Teaching of Huang Po
Mondays, Nov 1 - Dec 6, led by Steve Hagen
Wednesday Talks, 7:45pm (CDT)
Teachers and Student talks live at Dharma Field and on Zoom. Click here for the zoom link. Free and open to all.
Dec 8 Norm Randolph
Dec 15 Pat Quinn
Study Groups
Everyday Zen: by Charlotte Joko Beck
Thursday mornings, 7:30-8:30 am (CDT) (Zoom only)
Led by Jed Larson
Recorded talks and YouTube
- Free recordings of recent Sunday talks.
- Commentaries on The Grand Delusion by Steve Hagen.
- Video recordings on our YouTube channel. ​

Zoom info
* Hybrid events/offerings: live at Dharma Field and on Zoom.
Visit the Zoom link page if you need a Zoom link!
Meditation Instruction
Meditation Instruction is designed to address question regarding meditation practice. This is offered in-person only. (online resources & more...)
Saturdays, 10am: Dec 18
Dokusan
Dokusan is private meeting with a Dharma Field teacher and is meant to help clarify questions you may have about the teaching or meditation practice. Available in-person, online or by phone.
dokusan schedule & Information
Dharma Field is offering dokusan, a one-on-one meeting between student and teacher, available via Zoom or phone, depending on the teacher, and also live at Dharma Field.

In-person dokusan is available Sunday mornings. Please see the sign up sheet in the far end of the Dharma Field library.

Online dokusan is available my appointment. Contact the office if you are interested in finding a time with the teacher for the current week. Appointments can not be made out further than the current week.

Online Schedule:
Norm Randolph Week beginning Nov 8
Steve Hagen Week beginning Nov 15
Steve Matuszak Week beginning Nov 22
Norm Randolph Week beginning Nov 29
Steve Matuszak Week beginning Dec 6
Norm Randolph Week beginning Dec 13
Steve Hagen Week beginning Dec 20
Steve Matuszak Week beginning Dec 27
Steve Hagen Week beginning Jan 3
Norm Randolph Week beginning Jan 10
Steve Hagen Week beginning Jan 17
Steve Matuszak Week beginning Jan 24
Norm Randolph Week beginning Jan 31

New to dharma field or zen? 
New to Dharma Field or Zen?
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​IF YOU LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH TO VISIT DHARMA FIELD…
  • Attend meditation instruction.
    Periodic in-person instruction about meditation addresses questions people may have about their meditation practice. New and seasoned practitioners are welcome. Please check our calendar to verify dates.
  • Attend a Sunday talk | 10 a.m.
    Attend our Sunday morning talks by teachers, students and guest speakers.
  • Attend a Wednesday talk | 7:45 p.m.
    Attend our Wednesday evening talks by teachers, students and guest speakers.
  • Register for classes
    You are welcome to start your exploration with classes, though there is a charge for them. Three courses: The Four Noble Truths, The Eightfold Noble Path, and The Practice of Meditation are each ideal for those beginning an exploration of Buddhism.

IF YOU DON’T LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH TO ATTEND DHARMA FIELD…
   
  Membership
  • Sign-up for membership to support our center and obtain discounts on classes, retreats and MP3 or CD recordings. Obtain access to our extensive audio archives of talks and commentaries on zen texts in our Talks for Members area.
                       OR...
  • Sign-up for an audio subscription and obtain access to our extensive audio archives of talks and commentaries on zen texts in our Talks for Members area and discounts MP3 or CD recordings.
Giving
  • Donate to the Dharma Field general fund.
  • Volunteer your time to help with the many tasks necessary in running the center.  Check the work list in the entry room, or contact our program coordinator.

Info & quick-links...

Meditation
Talks
  • Attend our Sunday morning and Wednesday talks.
  • ​Listen to recent talks online.
Classes
  • Register for Dharma Field courses on Zen Buddhism.
Classes on MP3 & CD
  • Purchase pre-recorded courses of Dharma Field's courses  on MP3 or CD.