Center for Contemporary Zen Practice and Inquiry

We are based in Austin, TX and make onsite and online offerings. We sit together onsite at 913 E. 38th St. and online via Zoom. Our doors are open to everyone. No experience necessary.

You are welcome here.

You don't need any experience with meditation or Buddhism to come to join us. People find their way to Appamada for all kinds of reasons. Some are looking for stillness. Some are looking for honesty. Some aren't sure what they're looking for. You don't need to know. You just need to show up

1. Come to Orientation
8:00 AM, every Sunday, onsite or online by request.

2. Stay for zazen and dharma talk
Zazen at 9:00 AM, followed by a dharma talk at 10:20.

3. Find your place
Explore what works for you.

Upcoming Events

Jul 12

July 12, 2026

Precepts Completion Ceremony

July 12, 2026

The Buddhist Precepts are not a checklist. They are a practice — a genuine looking at the ways we speak, take, react, and cause harm without quite meaning to. For the past year, a group of students has been sitting with these teachings and letting them ask hard questions. Come be part of the ceremony that honors their practice.

July 12, 2026

Jul 15

July 15, 2026

Flint's Upaya Dharma Talk

July 15, 2026

We are pleased to announce that Flint Sparks has been invited by Roshi Joan Halifax to offer another Wednesday evening Dharma Talk at Upaya Zen Center. Join us for an evening of reflection and practice. While the talk is hosted in Santa Fe, friends from all locations are welcome to attend the live stream.

July 15, 2026