Dharma Field welcomes everyone to the teachings and practice of Zen Buddhism. As Dharma Field founding teacher Steve Hagen reminds us, "Buddhism is about awareness. Not awareness of something in particular, but awareness itself—being awake, alert, in touch with what is actually happening. It's about examining and exploring the most basic questions of life. It's about relying on the immediate experience of this present moment. It's about freedom of mind." Dharma Field offers classes, talks, meditation instruction, and a quiet place to meditate with others.

 

Daily Sitting Schedule
A quiet and settled space for daily sitting.
Mornings: M–F 6 & 6:45am
Evenings: M–W, F 7 & 7:45pm*
Sunday: 8, 8:40 & 9:30am
* No 2nd evening sitting on class nights.
Sunday Talks
Every Sunday at 10am

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Sunday Talks, 10am (CentralTime)
Sundays live at Dharma Field (click here for the zoom link)
Dec 8 - sesshin (no public talk)
Dec 15 - Mary Sullivan
Dec 22 -  Steve Hagen
Note: Dharma Field will be closed Dec 24, 25, 31 & Jan 1.

Solstice Sitting
Saturday, December 21 is the winter solstice. We will mark the transition with two early evening zazen periods starting at 4:30 pm, short discussion, group sharing of poetry, thoughts and reflections, and finally a social gathering with seasonal snacks, tea and conversation in the downstairs classroom. You can sign up in the entry room.

Upcoming schedule...

January Classes

• Just This Is It: The Practice of Suchness
  led by Beau Elkington, Mondays, Jan 6-Feb 10 
  Dongshan Liangjie (807-869) was a Chan Buddhist monk of the Tang dynasty. He founded the Caodong School, which was transmitted to Japan in the thirteenth century and developed into the Soto school of Zen. Dongshan is also the attributed author of the teaching poem, “Song of the Jewel Mirror Awareness.”  This class will explore the teachings of Dongshan using the book Just This Is It, Dongshan and the Practice of Suchness by Taigen Dan Leighton. Sign up here.
• What the Buddha Taught: Wisdom
  led by Jed Larson, Tuesdays, Jan 7-Feb 11
  This course focuses on the two most profound, liberating, and unique teachings of the Buddha: the interdependence of all things and the emptiness of self. Presented simply and clearly, these teachings are as vital today as they were 2,500 years ago. You can sign up here.

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​​On the Buddha’s Path discussion group
Ongoing Wednesday evenings, 7:45pm, led by Steve Matuszak.
Participants in this weekly discussion group will read The Dhammapada. Weekly attendance encouraged but not required. Free and open to all. Click here for more info.

Meditation Instruction
Meditation Instruction is designed to address question regarding meditation practice. Learn more here.
In-person at Dharma Field:
Thursday 7pm, Dec 12
Saturday 10am, Dec 21
Thursday 7pm, Jan 2
Saturday 10am, Jan 18

Recorded talks and YouTube
- Free recordings of recent Sunday talks.
- Video recordings on our YouTube channel. ​

Zoom info
Visit the Zoom link page if you need a Zoom link!

Practice Programs
Looking to establish, maintain, or deepen your practice? Our Practice Programs are specifically designed with these factors in mind. ​Mentorship, for example, is a great way to set up an informal meeting with a teacher to discuss what might be the  next steps for your practice . Click here for more.

New to dharma field or zen? 

​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…

• Take advantage of this website
  View photos of postures and listen to the online meditation instruction.
  Listen to a selection of talks given recently at Dharma Field.
• If these pique your interest
  Consider taking a class online or purchasing audio recordings of courses (we suggest starting with The Four Noble Truths) and talks, or subscribing to online talks, commentaries, and study groups.

   
Membership

• Sign-up for membership to support the center, and help build community. Here is a full list of membership benefits.
• For out-of-town folks, an audio subscription will allow you to access our extensive audio archives.

Giving

• Donate to the Dharma Field general fund, or volunteer your time, both of which are vital to the center.

Meditation

• Visit our calendar for exact dates on in-person Meditation Instruction, or visit our meditation instruction page.

Talks

• Attend our Sunday morning and Wednesday talks.
• ​Listen to recent talks online.

Classes

• Register for Dharma Field courses on Zen Buddhism.