Zen Buddhist practice
in the heart of Cambridge.

199 AUBURN ST, CAMBRIDGE MA

about

Cambridge Zen Center welcomes anyone with an interest in meditation. CZC has been offering Zen practice, teaching, and community programming to the public every day for over 50 years.

When walking, standing, sitting, lying down, speaking, being silent, moving, being still. At all times, in all places, without interruption - what is this?

Path to Practice — Variant B

Interested in Zen Practice?

Get Involved

get acquainted

Visit the Newcomers Page

Learn about Zen and our Introductory Class, and everything you need to know to plan your first visit.

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Newcomers
Daily offerings

Meditate with us

Daily Free Offerings

No registration required for our daily offerings. Our temple schedule features daily sittings and special programs on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

Learn about daily meditation practice

Connect

Community Groups

Affinity groups meet regularly to strengthen practice together—offering connection, accountability, and friendship with fellow practitioners.

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Community groups
Retreat

Immerse Yourself

Sit a Weekend Retreat

Monthly retreats offer a special opportunity to deepen your practice, receive teacher guidance, and investigate your life.

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Join the Global Sangha

We are part of a global community of Kwan Um School of Zen (KUSZ) Temples and a thriving Online Sangha (KUZO).

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Members

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