Born as the Earth Zen Academy (BEZA)

About this program

Born as the Earth Zen Academy (BEZA), located near Cape Town, South Africa, is the first school on the African continent to weave together authentic Zen Buddhism and Earth-based wisdom. BEZA is dedicated to fostering a shift in human consciousness through experiential, hands-on, and cooperative rites-of-passage training. The academy’s mission is to support long-lasting, authentic transformation for individuals and their communities, emphasizing a new human story grounded in spirituality and environmental connection. BEZA offers a supportive environment where learners advance at their own pace, and all programs are structured to facilitate both personal and collective growth. The academy is established within the health and wellness sector, focusing on self-realization, empowerment, and practical spirituality to nurture harmonious and sustainable living.