CloudWater Zendo

After The Bell
2025-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Every Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. we gather as a group to participate in a variety of activities such as group discussion over tea, informal Dharma sharing, various meditative practices, internal energy exercises, consultation with the Teacher, and whatever else may come to mind. Elements may be presented singly or in combination. This is a good way to promote community and to get input from Zendo participants.

Morning Meditation & Zen Tea
2025-07-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-14 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-07 09:00 - 10:00
Seated and walking meditation practice followed by the chanting of the Heart Sutra and the silent drinking of tea in the Meditation Hall.

The Bamboo Grove Presents "Meaningful Gestures" With Venerable Shih Mingxing On Zoom
2025-07-10 19:00 - 20:00
Mudras, hand gestures, are used in many Buddhist and Buddhist-related activities. They are not only symbolic, but also functional. Venerable Shih Mingxing will examine some of the most-utilized mudras in Buddhism to deepen our understanding of these gestures.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89783072737?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 897 8307 2737 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Introduction To Zen Meditation (Online)
2025-07-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-11 19:00 - 20:00
The class provides a basic introduction to Zen meditative practice. The casual format allows plenty of opportunity for questions and answers. The online class on Zoom is conducted on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., while the live class is conducted on the first and third Saturdays of each month at 11:00 a.m.
Reservations are required for all Introduction to Zen Meditation classes. The link for the Zoom class will be sent along with a confirmation email.
Make a Reservation

Tuesday Evening Group Meditation
2025-07-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Group meditative practice is the beating heart of any Zen Center. Our group Zen practice, which begins at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, includes periods of seated meditation and walking meditation. This is followed by chanting practice, a Dharma Talk and a discussion, followed by social tea and conversation.

Golden Wisdom Virtual Sangha On Zoom
2025-07-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-07 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-06-02 19:00 - 20:00
Led by Venerable Shih Zuandao, this virtual Zen group meets for meditation on the first two Mondays of each month. A Zen Study session is conducted on the third Monday of the month. All Monday sessions begin at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA).
Golden Wisdom also meets on the first and third Saturdays of each month at 9:00 a.m. All are welcome.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85439673161?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 854 3967 3161 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Zendo Closed For Independence Day
2025-07-05 - 2025-07-06
The Zendo will be closed today.

Zendo Closed
2025-06-29

Five Elements Meditation Class On Zoom
2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00
The Five Elements system presents a wide variety of meditative practices and exercises that can assist us in our quest to embody Compassion and Wisdom in daily life.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82574690510?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 825 7469 0510 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Chan Retreat: "Integrated Chan Practice"
2025-06-22 09:00 - 12:00
Chan meditation and Pure Land practices have complemented each other since the 9th century CE. This syncretic form is a staple of Chan practice, and has innumerable benefits. In our June retreat we will study and practice several forms of Chan/Pure Land meditation.
The retreat will include seated and walking meditation, chanting, Dharma Talks and Qigong internal energy exercises. All are welcome. A vegetarian/vegan lunch will be provided. FEE: $5 or donation.
Reservations are required for all retreats. Make a Reservation

Introduction To Zen Meditation At The Zendo
2025-06-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-07 11:00 - 12:00

Guanyin Service On Zoom
2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:00
Led by Dharma Heir Venerable Shih Zhongxin, the Guanyin Service includes study of the teachings that are related to Guanyin, the Bodhisattva who represents the spirit of Universal Compassion. The Guanyin Service includes the Atonement Ritual and a Dharma Talk by Venerable Shih Zhongxin. The service is conducted on Zoom on the 3rd Thursday of the month except for January and August at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA). See Calendar for January and August dates.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81057578753?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 810 5757 8753 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Sunday Morning Zen Meditation
2025-06-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-06-08 09:30 - 10:30
Sunday Morning Zen Meditation includes seated and walking practice and a traditional Zen chanting service which includes the Heart Sutra, the Ten-Verse Life-Prolonging Guanyin Sutra, the Four Bodhisattva Vows, the Verse In Praise of Water, and a chant honoring the venerable Chan Ancestors.
