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New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care

About

New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care is a deeply respected wellness space nestled in the heart of Manhattan, offering a thoughtful and compassionate approach to health and healing. Located in the vibrant Chelsea neighborhood, this center brings together the timeless wisdom of Zen Buddhist practice with contemporary contemplative care, creating a sanctuary where individuals can find genuine support for body, mind, and spirit.

The center is dedicated to serving those who are navigating life's most tender and challenging moments, including illness, grief, aging, and end-of-life transitions. Drawing on a rich tradition of mindfulness, meditation, and compassionate presence, the practitioners here offer guidance that is both spiritually grounded and deeply human. Whether someone is seeking personal healing or training to support others in care settings, the center provides meaningful pathways forward.

With an outstanding rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 44 reviews, New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care has clearly earned the trust and gratitude of the community it serves. Guests and students consistently describe the environment as warm, welcoming, and transformative. The center regularly offers programs, workshops, and training retreats rooted in contemplative practices that cultivate inner stillness and resilience.

This is a place where ancient wisdom meets modern compassion, and where every person who walks through the door is met with care, respect, and an open heart.

Modalities & Practices

Reviews

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★★★★★4.9(44)
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Steve Scott
★★★★★

I felt so welcomed on my first visit to the Sunday service. There was a lot of ceremony and unspoken rules but they walked me through it and was made to feel welcome. Most of the time was spent meditating so I know how to do that. I'll be back next week!

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Marion Rollings, PhD
★★★★★

This is a beautiful sangha and very welcoming community. I have participated online for years. The two sensei are deeply committed to helping everyone on their path. Now and through the end of this life. They regularly offer a 3 month “Commit to Sit” and a wonderful New Year’s Eve Sit that are incredible to participate in. Best way to end the old year and bring in the New.

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K Sacco
★★★★★

This place is incredible!!!! The Foundations course is all about ending the suffering of others. Which is all about ending our own suffering. Many parallels and intersections with ending oppression through dissimilating the dominance of white, heteronormative, imperialist prophecy. Bodhisattva.

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Melodie Land
★★★★★

I have been attending NYZC by Zoom for awhile now, especially for their Commit To Sit practices. Their programming and ease of access is fantastic and I am grateful to have found them!

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harpcomm
★★★★★

Just participated in a Zoom mid-day mediation with others who were so welcoming, thoughtful, and kind. Grateful for this center!

Events

Upcoming

18 events
Zendo Practice for BeginnersCLASS
15 Mar 202615 Mar 2026

Zendo Practice for Beginners

New to Zen meditation? Start here with this beginner-friendly class offering guidance in sitting pos...

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Sunday Morning Meditation and Dharma TalkCLASS
15 Mar 202615 Mar 2026

Sunday Morning Meditation and Dharma Talk

Join the New York Zen Center's main Sunday gathering featuring meditation, teachings, and community ...

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Foundations in Contemplative Care ~ Online Information SessionWORKSHOP
18 Mar 202618 Mar 2026

Foundations in Contemplative Care ~ Online Information Session

Explore a transformative nine-month training in spiritual care at this free online info session host...

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Care for Caregivers Support Group | Online OnlyCLASS
19 Mar 202619 Mar 2026

Care for Caregivers Support Group | Online Only

A monthly online support group for people managing the emotional and physical demands of caregiving,...

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Women's Council | Online OnlyCLASS
20 Mar 202620 Mar 2026

Women's Council | Online Only

The Women's Council meets monthly (third Friday evenings) as an online gathering exploring gender-ba...

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Men's Council | In Person OnlyCLASS
22 Mar 202622 Mar 2026

Men's Council | In Person Only

A monthly in-person gathering for men exploring identity and spiritual development through Buddhist ...

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Contemplative Medicine Fellowship Info SessionWORKSHOP
25 Mar 202625 Mar 2026

Contemplative Medicine Fellowship Info Session

Medical professionals seeking to reduce burnout and transform patient care should attend this free i...

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March Half-Day Retreat 2026RETREAT
28 Mar 202628 Mar 2026

March Half-Day Retreat 2026

Start your Saturday with this four-hour online half-day retreat featuring silent meditation, walking...

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Early Application Deadline - Contemplative Medicine FellowshipWORKSHOP
31 Mar 202631 Mar 2026

Early Application Deadline - Contemplative Medicine Fellowship

Deadline alert: Apply by March 31st to the Contemplative Medicine Fellowship and save $1,000 in tuit...

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Online Bereavement Support Group | TuesdaysCLASS
31 Mar 202619 May 2026

Online Bereavement Support Group | Tuesdays

Join an eight-week online bereavement support group exploring grief and loss through a contemplative...

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Serenity SanghaCLASS
3 Apr 20263 Apr 2026

Serenity Sangha

Serenity Sangha is a sober meditation community blending Buddhist practice with twelve-step recovery...

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Wisdom SanghaCLASS
10 Apr 202610 Apr 2026

Wisdom Sangha

Wisdom Sangha meets monthly to explore the realities and gifts of aging through a contemplative lens...

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April Half-Day Retreat 2026RETREAT
18 Apr 202618 Apr 2026

April Half-Day Retreat 2026

Dedicate a Saturday morning to silent practice with this half-day retreat featuring meditation, walk...

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Early Application Deadline - Foundations in Contemplative CareWORKSHOP
11 May 202611 May 2026

Early Application Deadline - Foundations in Contemplative Care

Early application deadline for the nine-month Foundations in Contemplative Care training—apply by Ma...

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Online LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Support Group | TuesdaysCLASS
26 May 202614 July 2026

Online LGBTQIA+ Bereavement Support Group | Tuesdays

An eight-week LGBTQIA+-centered bereavement support group meets Tuesday evenings online, offering a ...

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Contemplative Medicine FellowshipTRAINING
28 June 202625 July 2026

Contemplative Medicine Fellowship

An evidence-based twelve-month training for medical professionals, the Contemplative Medicine Fellow...

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Wholehearted Sesshin: Summer Silent Retreat at Garrison InstituteRETREAT
2 Aug 20269 Aug 2026

Wholehearted Sesshin: Summer Silent Retreat at Garrison Institute

An eight-day intensive silent retreat at Garrison Institute in upstate New York, Wholehearted Sesshi...

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Foundations in Contemplative CareTRAINING
18 Sept 20264 May 2027

Foundations in Contemplative Care

Foundations in Contemplative Care is a transformational nine-month training for lay and professional...

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Past Events

1 event
Midday MeditationCLASS
14 Mar 202614 Mar 2026

Midday Meditation

Join us Monday through Saturday at midday for this fifteen-minute silent meditation session. A perfe...

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