Membership

The Kwan Um School of Zen is an international organization of over one hundred
centers and groups founded by Zen Master Seung Sahn, the first Korean Zen Master to
live and teach in the West. The school’s purpose is to make the practice of Zen
Buddhism available to an ever-growing number of practitioners throughout the world.

The school is a non-profit organization entirely supported by its members; membership
has many advantages, for information, visit their site at www.kwanumzen.org.

By becoming a member of the Kwan Um School of Zen, you are supporting our
worldwide school’s on-going programs, practice, and support for the South Florida Zen
Group.

Why Join?

50% of your member dues go directly to South Florida Zen Group. This income
allows us to sustain our group’s programs and activities.

Membership benefits include:

  • Membership is required for a practitioner to take the initial Five Precepts and
    advance to further precepts upon qualification
  • Free enrollment in the worldwide Online Sangha, allowing meditation practice
    with groups around the world, having meetings and kong-on practice with
    teachers, and taking part in online classes and dharma talks
  • All retreats are discounted for KUSZ members
  • A subscription to Primary Point, the School’s magazine published three times
    per year
  • Potential qualification for travel grants and retreat scholarships

Cost of Membership

  • Individual Membership: $360 per year ($30 per month)
  • Family Membership: $480 per year ($40 per month)
    (includes 2 adults and family members to age 26)
  • Full-time Students or Seniors 65+: $240 per year ($20 per month)

If you are a Dharma Teacher, or Dharma Teacher-in-training, there are additional Dharma Teacher dues of $180 per year ($15 per month)

How to Join?