It’s a Mini-Retreat. It’s a vegetarian lunch. It’s a great opportunity to practice together with others. It’s a monthly event. It’s air conditioned and we walk in green grass under blue sunny skies. It’s …. The Orlando Zen Center Monthly Long Sit (always on the third Saturday of the Month) Come by and join us […]
Three Day Retreat with Carlos Montero, Nov 2-4 2018
Please join us for a three day retreat (YMJJ) with Carlos Montero, JDPSN! Carlos Montero, JDPSN, started practicing meditation in 1997 studying formally in the Kwan Um School of Zen. He founded the South Florida Zen Group in 2000 and has served as the abbot since. Recently, Carlos received Inka from Zen Master Wu Kwang certifying him as a Meditation Master in the Kwan Um school of Zen. Originally from Venezuela, he earned a degree in Chemical Engineering from Penn State University and currently works as a chemistry teacher and science education researcher. Carlos also holds a first degree black belt in Aikido and is an avid Masters swimmer. He currently works as a chemistry teacher and is … [Read More...]
For Newcomers
Everyone is welcome to practice with us. There is no need to let us know in advance before attending regular practice. But if you do, … Read More
Practice Schedule
Practices are held at the Orlando Zen Center (515 S Crystal Lake Dr) Sunday Night (formal practice runs from 7:00pm - 8:00pm) … Read More
Meditation
There are many kinds if meditation such as counting breaths, watching the breath, keeping a question, using a mantra, chanting, … Read More
Retreats & Events
Retreats are an opportunity to deepen your practice. We offer monthly half day retreats (see Long Sit) and join others for weekend … Read More
Community Dinner Before Practice Every Sunday
Every Sunday at 5:30pm we host a free Community Dinner for any and everyone to come and enjoy. At 6:30pm we hold an orientation to Zen Practice for any newcomers in attendance. Feel free to come … [Read More...]
South Florida Zen Group Weekend Meditation Retreat – Sept 2018
The South Florida Zen Group will host a weekend retreat with Zen Master Wu Kwang (Richard Shrobe) from Friday, September 28th through Sunday, September 30th at Bo Hyun Sa Temple. Richard Shrobe is … [Read More...]
SUPPORT OZC
You can make a one time donation to support our Zen Center operations right now. Choose an amount: Use the CONTACT FORM for alternate … Read More
Our Tradition
Orlando Zen Center is an affiliate of the Kwan Um School of Zen, an international organization of more than a hundred centers and groups … Read More
Guiding Teacher
Our Guiding Teacher is Zen Master Jok Um, (Ken Kessel). ZM Jok Um received inka (authorization to teach in the Kwan Um School of Zen) in … Read More
Connect With Us
We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Contact us! … Read More