Sanneji Zendo Turku
Sanneji Zendo Turku is a Zen Buddhist practice center. We offer guided Zen meditation three times a week, introductory courses, and full-day meditation retreats.
Our zendo is located at Käsityöläiskatu 5 b (3rd floor).
Contact: turku[at]zazen.fi
Introductory courses
We organize introductory courses to Zen practice 6-8 times a year. These are in Finnish language, but we also organize shorter introductions in English or Swedish on demand. At the introduction, we go over the basics of zazen (sitting meditation) by practicing together. The course fee includes a one-month trial membership, during which you are free to participate in all of our center’s activities. Please contact us if you wish to schedule an introduction.
Accessibility
Sanneji Zendo Turku is accessible with a wheelchair Mon-Thu 8AM-8PM and Fri 8AM-3PM, when the neighbouring dentist's staircase elevator is available. However, our restrooms are unfortunately not fully accessible.
Our Facilities for Rent
Our facilities are available for rent outside of our practice hours. Read more here.
Library
The Zen Center has a small collection of books that are available for loan to members.
Upcoming events
25.10. Zazenkai sensein johdolla klo 10-17:3012.11. Dokusan
15.11. Johdanto zen-harjoitukseen klo 12-15:30
22. Zazenkai
10.12. Dokusan
03.01. Johdanto zen-harjoitukseen klo 12-15:30
24.01. Avajaiset (temppelin vihkimisseremonia ja juhla) / Opening (temple consecration ceremony and celebration)
Weekly schedule
| Tuesdays 6-7:30 PM |
Zazen 2x40 min, tea after practice |
| Thursdays 6-7:30 PM |
Zazen 2x40 min |
| Sundays 10-11:30 AM |
Zazen 2x40 min, tea after practice |
You can check the calendar below for any changes to the regular weekly schedule. The Zendo door opens about 20 minutes before zazen and closes 5 minutes before zazen begins.