Zen Center of Portland 2520 NW Upshur, Portland, Oregon 97210   Home | About Us | Our Teacher | Talks | Schedules | Retreats | Directions | Readings | Contact | Links | Calendar Information For Newcomers Click the link at left to find information such as Beginning Meditation Instruction, Guidelines For The Meditation Hall and Becoming a Member. Our Tradition Zen Center of Portland is affiliated with the Ordinary Mind Zen School founded by Charlotte Joko Beck of Zen Center of San Diego. The link at left provides more information on our forms and practices. Our Community Zen Center of Portland is a non-profit religious organization. All people are welcome. You may meditate/sit in any tradition or style you like. The link at left has specific information on our organization and community. Teacher-Student Interview Process Private Interviews With the Teacher are available during the second period of meditation (weekday mornings, Wednesday evening, and Sunday). Our teacher is Larry Christensen.