sitting quietly, doing nothing
spring comes, grass grows
by itself

- Basho

ancient pond
frog jumping in
splash

- Basho

a strange flower
for birds and butterflies
the autumn sky

- Basho

A thousand peaks covered with frozen snow
Ten thousand mountain paths, yet no sign of human beings
Everyday, only zazen
Sometimes the sound of snow blowing against the window

- Ryokan (translated by John Stevens)

Planning a workshop, group retreat, fundraising reception, or special class? Do you need an intimate performance space for a poetry reading or musical performance? Consider Hakubai Zen Center's unique facilities in Boulder.

We offer the use of our award-winning garden, a 30′ diameter yurt (heated and with air conditioning), and kitchen for food preparation and staging. Rental rates are $250 per day ($125 for half day) for programs of over 15 people, and $150 per day for programs of 15 or fewer people. We can accommodate up to 25 cars for parking.

Contact us at info@hakubai.org for more information and availability.

Are you planning an intimate wedding for up to 50 people in Boulder? Consider Hakubai Zen Center's unique Buddhist facilities.

We offer our award-winning romantic garden, 30′ diameter yurt, and possible use of our 27′ yurt for wedding party dressing. Bring your own officiant, or contact us about the possibility of having one of our ordained clergy perform the ceremony.

Come tour our space to see if it’s right for your special occasion. You can reach us at info@hakubai.org for more information and costs.

The baby blessing ceremony begins with the invocation of the spirits. Then a bowl of water Is transformed into ambrosia (spirit water) which is used to purify and consecrate the space. Then with the water the wisdom of the lineage is transferred to the child.