Ordinary Mind Zendo
Ordinary Mind Zendo was founded in 1996 by Barry Magid, a Dharma heir of Charlotte Joko Beck, and is dedicated to her vision of a psychologically minded Zen practice adapted to the needs of American students practicing in the context of their everyday lives. The zendo is committed to the proposition that the Dharma can be fully practiced, realized and transmitted in the midst of lay life.
Beginner's instruction is available to those new to Zen practice, while those with many years of experience in other traditions are welcomed to join us in deepening our understanding. Please email us at contact@ordinarymind.com for more information.
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Getting to Ordinary Mind Zendo
Public transportation to the zendo:
The Zendo is within walking distance of the 72nd Street stop on the 1, 2, and 3 lines, the 72nd Street stop on the C and B lines, and a number of busses including the M72, M11, and M57
Current Covid Policy
You must be fully vaccinated to attend in-person. Mask wearing is optional.
Weekly Schedule
Mornings
Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. EST
Evenings
Monday - Friday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
The New York zendo is open for in-person sitting for all periods until mid-August
Our online zendo is available for all sittings and events
The link to join is
www.ordinarymind.com/zoom
Click here for more information about our sitting schduele and covid
Monthly Day-Long Retreats
Our next day-long sesshin will take place Saturday, September 10th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the New York Zendo and via Zoom.
The day will include a dharma talk, an opportunity for interview, short liturgies, and zazen. The full schedule can be found on the signup page. Join us and together we will "Open the Dharma Gate of Joy and Ease."
Click here to register for Sesshin.
Recent Dharma Talks
You can find all dharma talks given at the zendo here - Dharma Talks
You can also subscribe to our podcast to receive new talks every Tuesday - OMZ Podcast
The fantasy of the universal Barry Magid July 16th 2022
What is the meaning of? Barry Magid July 8th 2022
All you can do is do what you must Barry Magid June 25th 2022
Dokusan and its relation to our zazen practice Barry Magid June 18th 2022
Examining the four noble truths Barry Magid June 11th 2022
The pure delight of simply serving rice Barry Magid June 4th 2022
Ordinary Bodhisattvas
Ordinary Mind Zendo is a non profit organization that depends entirely on the generosity of people like you for its continued existence. If sitting with us, listening to our talks, or supporting a Zen center in New York City is in line with your values, please consider making a donation here.
Stay in touch with Ordinary Mind Zendo
Subscribe to our newsletter
The newsletter will keep you up to date with our monthly schedule, sangha news, and recent dharma talks from our teachers.
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Join our google group
The Ordinary Mind google group is a place to share articles, poetry, and trade stories. To participate please email us at
developer@ordinarymind.com
Listen to our podcast
We will be releasing Dharma talks and other content via podcast on a weekly basis. Check it out if you need something to listen to on your commute!
OMZ Podcast