Three Treasures Sangha of the Pacific Northwest (TTS) is a lay Zen group located in Seattle, Washington; we practice in the tradition of Robert Aitken Rōshi and are affiliated with the Diamond Sangha. Our form is derived from the Japanese Zen tradition, favoring simplicity. While we focus on individual sitting meditation (zazen), we also recite texts (sutras) together. Talks and private interviews with teachers provide a chance to ask questions and to refine understanding. Zen practice emphasiz …

We bring together the classical tradition of Soto Zen, founded by Dogen Zenji in the 13th Century, with the contemporary world. We attempt to protect and preserve the time tested Zen practice begun by Dogen and carried though the centuries in the Soto lineages. At the same time, we want to address the many challenges and opportunities of the contemporary world. Although we remain flexible and open to these challenges, we also believe that it is important to maintain continuity with and deep resp …

Due to my teachers stepping down from his responsibilities at Kanzeon Zen Center in Salt Lake City. I've been requested to take over the running of the center there. The Sunday the 16th class is cancelled because I need to travel to Salt Lake and meet with the Sangha there. I'll be back the following Sunday and the doors will be open one last time, Sunday February 20th, after which there will be no more classes at Trikaya. Thankyou very much for your support and my apologies for this sudden en …

We all walk down a path, whether it be with our career, or personal development, or our spirituality. But, along the way, it can be easy to get lost. That's ok! It's happens. The purpose of this group is to help people find their way as a group, and to connect not only with nature but also to open the door to spirituality as well. Zen Hikes will take you to the tops of mountains, and down lush trails, not only in reality but also figuratively, inside oneself. We are a community of hikers, spirit …