At the Shambhala Center of Minneapolis, we offer a variety of programs and meditation instruction as well as teachings on Buddhism and the Contemplative Arts. We are located in Northeast Minneapolis.
COVID-19 outbreak: We offer some small group gatherings, including Sunday sitting with meditation instruction, at our Center under social distancing guidelines and safety protocols. Registration is requested for Sunday sitting at this time. We continue to offer other classes and discussion groups via Zoom.
To see program details and to register, see Programs and Ongoing Offerings and our monthly calendar.
Shambhala vision is rooted in the contemplative teachings of Buddhism, yet is a fresh expression of the spiritual journey for our time.The Shambhala Center of Minneapolis is part of an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.
Visit Shambhala International for more information on these teachings and lineage.
The Main Shrine Room at the Minneapolis Shambhala Center.
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Ongoing Offerings
Our centre offers a rich array of ongoing offerings free to the public including weekly public sitting meditation hours and dharma talks. No prior meditation experience required to attend. All are welcome. More →
Featured Programs
The Eight Fold Path
with Prof Sue Stephens
May 5th—May 26th
The Art of Being Human
with Acharya Arawana Hayashi
May 14th—May 16th
Midsummers Day Celebration
June 19th
