About SFZC Public Programs
San Francisco Zen Center responds to the needs of an increasingly volatile, uncertain, and complex world by offering nourishing and supportive programs that inspire personal and spiritual development. We are finding new ways to offer Zen practice to an ever-widening circle of practitioners, as well as reaching outside of our existing circles to include programs offered by leaders in movement arts, creative expression, and social justice movements.
Fees and Pricing (Online)
Online programs at SFZC have tiered pricing options, to make them as widely accessible as possible. We encourage paying at the highest level you're able. The general admission tier reflects the actual cost to produce our courses, provides teachers with the most generous compensation for their offerings, and allows us to continue offering programs such as these. For online courses, you may register at whichever level you choose. No prior authorization is required.
Fees and Pricing (Onsite)
As San Francisco Zen Center is committed to making Zen practice and the Dharma accessible to all who seek it, we have both a General support fund and a dedicated BIPOC support fund available for in-person events. If you are interested in requesting support funds to attend an in-person event, please email supportfunds@sfzc.org for more information BEFORE signing up.
Cancellations
In-Person Programs
- 15 days or more in advance of the program: Refund with $20 cancellation fee.
- 14–8 days in advance: 50% of event registration is refunded.
- 7 days or fewer in advance: No refund applies.
Online Programs
- We offer a full refund for cancellations made within 24 hours of purchase.
- Up to 5 days in advance: Refund with a $20 cancellation fee.
- 4 days or fewer in advance: No refund applies.