Latest News

All the latest news from Castlemaine Zen, including recent events, publications and opportunities.

What is Zen Meditation?

Zazen, or seated meditation, is fundamental to Zen practice. We practice zazen to realise exactly what the Buddha realised — the mind completely at rest in its circumstances.

Zen Ritual and Form

A description of how to enter, leave and practice in the Dojo, including a selection of key terms.

Ethics, Young People, Safety and Conflict Resolution

Click here for the Diamond Sangha Teachers Agreement, our policy on children and young people, and our process for conflict resolution.