Blue Cliff Zen Center

Thank you so much, Judy! Hope you're having a nice summer.

We have never done Zen practice or group meditation. Our visit was the same week as a death in our family. The meditation on experiencing joy in another's flourishing was surprisingly helpful. We don't agree with their beliefs, and that might be a problem. But for now, the teaching and meditation made us both feel immeasurably better afterwards.

what an amazing place. Beautiful studio space with a huge variety of activities. Lots of retreats are also available. the community of practitioners was so welcoming and inclusive. I love coming here.

Everybody here is AMAZING! They make everyone feel included and treat everyone 100% equally.I recently had the opportunity to attend a Mindfulness Course taught by Shinkai and loved every minute of it. Each class was full of information and he always answered questions with a smile and never made anyone feel "dumb" for asking. He would reiterate that just showing up and trying was proof of our efforts.He also teaches a very fun Zen Yoga class through Everyday People Yoga!I highly encourage you to check out anything Blue Cliff has to offer. You won't be disappointed!

Blue Cliff Zen is the place to learn and grow, practice meditation, learn about Zen and practice. Their retreats are amazing and beautiful, and you come thru it refreshed and a new person, everyone is so kind and helpful as well as knowledgable. If you get a chance join a zoom session or in person or a retreat or class, you will not be sorry. There is even Zen yoga on zoom or in person on Wednesdays at noon. Blue Cliff is located in Eugene near downtown with parking nearby and a beautiful space. Inside the Everyday People Yoga Studio. Has helped me immensely, in my world and the changes of the times. Can't say enough good stuff about Blue Cliff Zen Center!!

Blue Cliff is a wonderful place to both start and nurture a meditation and mindfulness practice. The center is welcoming. There's enough structure to create a sense of consistency without feeling intimidating to first time Zen practitioners. In addition to regularly scheduled meditation times, the center offers a variety of retreats, Zen Yoga classes and courses on meditation and mindfulness.

Blue Cliff Zen Center is a beautiful calming space to practice yoga, and meditation.Shinkai offers a myriad of meditation, mindfulness and yoga classes.I have noticed a transformation in my energy since I have been coming to the Blue Cliff Zen Center. I feel more grounded, centered and at peace. My problems haven't lessened however my ability to manage them seemsbetter.Our Blue Cliff Zen community is warm and welcoming. I have found a sacred space to nourish and heal my spirit.I am so thankful for the Blue Cliff Zen Center. We are lucky to have this valuable resource in Eugene Oregon.Shinkai Roshi brings a beautiful compassionate presence.Everyone is welcome here.Shelley Albrich, (TaiKai)

I discovered the Blue Cliff Zen Centre at the beginning of the Covid 19 lockdown in March of 2020. I met Shinkai, the Roshi, in another online Zoom group and, since my usual meditation centre was not extending an online meeting option, I quickly enquired about joining the Zoom meditation at Blue Cliff. Everyone at the centre was super helpful in setting up and maintaining the Zoom connection, including a lot of trial and error experimentation, so that I, and many others in lockdown, and since, in partial lockdowns, could fully participate. Early on, I attended a Precept ceremony that let me have a sweet and intimate 'front row' seat; a three day Breakthrough to Zen retreat hosted entirely over Zoom; a three day retreat on the koan of 'Death' that was an absolutely wow experience; some Zen Yoga practice; and a couple of one day workshops for Jin Shin. What an astounding miracle for a Vancouver, B.C. resident to spend such enormous quality time with these gorgeous Zen practitioners in Eugene, Oregon! After a year of regular attendance, I felt ready to commit to the Precepts and Zen lineage and Shinkai conducted the ceremony over Zoom for me. It was one of the most special days of my life! I recommend this Zen Centre most highly and congratulate anyone who checks them out in person, in Oregon, or over Zoom from anywhere in the world. You will be giving yourself an exceedingly special gift. Shinkai is an excellent teacher, with great integrity and abundant kindness. The centre is inclusive and welcoming to all.

Blue Cliff Zen Center is full of amazing people who truly care about you being the best, lightest, and most authentic version of yourself. I just finished up their 5 Day Summer Retreat and it was one of the most remarkable experiences of my entire life. I feel like my body and soul have been power-washed. I'm really happy just existing. As someone with an intense history of anxiety, that's difficult to achieve on the best of days, but Blue Cliff has made me see the deep possibility of living a life content and anxiety-free. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Very calming and easy to get into as a beginner. The priest is a wonderful man and a great teacher. Highly recommend for anyone.