Creative May
On Thursday evenings in May we will have a series of short talks followed by discussion related to the Arts and Zen, with some reference to Dogen. Thursday evenings are usually...
Meditation
On Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and Tuesday mornings we offer seated meditation, or zazen as it is called in Zen Buddhism. We offer zazen at the Annandale zendo every...
Writing Zen – Haiku
Diana Levy, experienced Zen student and writer, would like to show you how to write a haiku on Sunday 21 July, our next zazenkai. sinking sun life gets unfunny birds...
Benefit Concert
Benefit Concert on Saturday 7th September 2024 Join us for an evening of song, music, poetry, rap, storytelling and comedy presented by members of the SZC and guest artist Harry...
Online Meditation
If you can't come to the zendo because you live too far away, or you have work or family commitments, or you are restricted in your ability to travel, we...
Transmission Ceremony
Sydney Zen Centre invites you to Will Moon’s Transmission Ceremony and Celebration Saturday 11 October, 1 pm – 4 pm, 2025 On the last day of Spring Sesshin, arrive 12:30pm...
Newcomers Orientation
All are welcome to participate in our orientations which are a very relaxed way to start your Zen journey. Come along on Tuesdays once a month from 7pm to 9pm to 251 Young Street,...
Rohatsu Sesshin
Wednesday 3rd to Monday 8th December This sesshin is led by Maggie Gluek, roshi at the Annandale zendo The moon of mind, the flower of eyes, are bright and beautiful...
Full Moon Precept Ceremony
On the full moon we reflect on one of the ten Precepts we take up as Zen Buddhists. We discuss, for example, the Precept of not killing, or not indulging...
Kickstart your practice
The New Year is a wonderful time to assess your life and make changes. So if your spiritual life has been lacking, we have the answer. Start a regular morning...