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.

 

Dec 21 Solstice Sitting and Gathering

Join us for our 11th annual Winter Solstice Zazen as we
mark the transition with an early evening of meditation. You may participate in any or part of the evening, which is open to all.

 4:30 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.  sitting meditation
5:05 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.  walking meditation
5:15 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.  sitting meditation
5:50 p.m.  short talk and group sharing or poetry, thoughts and reflections on this time or transition

​Following the above schedule, there will be a social gathering with seasonal snacks, tea and conversation in the downstairs classroom.

(Live at DF only. ​Note there will not be sittings after the event at 7pm or 7:45pm.)

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

Find our Zoom links here.
​Sign up for our email newsletter.​

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Upcoming in our Regular Schedule...

Sunday Talks, 10am (CDT)
Sunday talks will be given live at Dharma Field and also will be available on Zoom. Click here for the zoom link..
Dec 4 - Steve Hagen
Dec 11 - sesshin (no public talk)
Dec 18 - Mary Sullivan 

Classes

• Everything Is Reality, Mondays, Oct 31-Dec 5, led by Steve Matuszak
• The Wisdom of Sound Understanding, Tuesdays, Nov 1-Dec 6, led by Jed Larson​

Meditation Instruction
Meditation Instruction is designed to address question regarding meditation practice. Learn more here.
Saturdays at Dharma Field (10am): Dec 17, Jan 21, Feb 11, Mar 18, Apr 15

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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!

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Practice Programs
Looking to establish, maintain, or deepen your practice? We offer a few different programs to help fit with your particular practice. ​More information on these programs can be found on our Deepening Practice page.

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. 

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:
Steve Hagen - Week beginning Dec 5
Norm Randolph - Week beginning Dec 12
Steve Matuszak - Week beginning Dec 19
Steve Hagen - Week beginning Dec 26
Norm Randolph - Week beginning Jan 2
Steve Matuszak - Week beginning Jan 9
Norm Randolph -Week beginning Jan 16
Steve Hagen - Week beginning Jan 23
Steve Matuszak - Week beginning Jan 30

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…

• 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 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.
  

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• 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.

Meditation

• Free instruction on our meditation instruction page.
• Join us for our in-person meditation instruction.​

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.