Welcome to Great Plains Zen Center
Welcome to Great Plains Zen Center

We practice Zen Buddhism as a supportive community, open to all.

Our vision is to end suffering by continuously raising
the heart of wisdom and compassion.

Training Programs
Training Programs

There are so many ways to start your practice at Great Plains Zen Center.  From workshops to courses and retreats to serving the community, you are sure to find your opening to a tradition that will transform your understanding of yourself and the world.

Locations
Locations

Great Plains Zen Center has locations and affiliate sites in Wisconsin and Illinois.

Beginning a Practice
Beginning a Practice

We understand that when you’re starting out on the Zen path, you are likely to have a lot of questions.  At GPZC we offer support each step of the way.

Engaged Buddhism
Engaged Buddhism

Great Plains Zen Center is committed to serving all through education, advocacy, and action in partnership with community organizations.

Donations
Donations

Great Plains Zen Center is dependent upon the donations of its students.

Please consider a gift to help support our mission to spread the Buddhadharma.

GPZC News

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Register now for June 1-4 Sesshin and Shuso Hossen

June Sesshin, June 1-4 featuring Shuso Hossen, June 3 11 AM   June Sesshin takes place from 7:30 PM Thursday evening June... Read More "Register now for June 1-4 Sesshin and Shuso Hossen"

GPZC Announces New COVID Policy

The following  COVID precautions are in effect as of May 25 2023: Anyone attending a retreat in person is required... Read More "GPZC Announces New COVID Policy"

Read May 2023 Newsletter

Included in Our May 2023 Newsletter:   Maezumi Roshi Memorial Zazenkai, May 12-14.  Register now. Summer Ango Begins May 21. ... Read More "Read May 2023 Newsletter"