​​​​Members & Friends


There are two ways to be part of the Louisville Zen Center community: as a Friend or as a Member. Both Friends and Members are essential to the strength and vitality of our sangha. Both offer meaningful opportunities to engage with Zen practice, whether you're just beginning to explore or are ready to deepen your commitment.

Friends are warmly welcome to join any of our public offerings—including sittings, talks, and events—without the commitments of formal membership. While this option doesn't include the full range of member benefits, it’s a great way to explore the Center or stay connected in a more flexible, informal way.

Members make a deeper commitment to practice and to the life of the Center. In addition to the benefits Friends enjoy, Members have access to one-on-one instruction (dokusan), can formally become a student of Sensei Jissai Prince-Cherry, and have opportunities to serve in zendo roles and help guide the Center’s future. ​Here is a list of benefits and more information about becoming a member.