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 in our Northeast Minneapolis location
COVID-19 outbreak: During this time our center is closed. But we are offering several opportunities via zoom. See a description of these at Programs and Ongoing Offerings
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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 and further developed by his son and lineage holder Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche.
Visit Shambhala International for more information on these teachings and lineage.
The Main Shrine Room at the Minneapolis Shambhala Center.
New to Shambhala?
Shambhala is an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers founded by the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, and now led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Learn about our vision, lineage & community. More →
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
Mindful Eating: Joining Heaven and Earth at the Meal Table
with Sandy Doubek
June 3rd—July 8th
Meditation in Everyday Life via Zoom
with Scott Kamilar & Steven Anderson
June 16th—July 14th
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with Ann Tyndall & Susan Engel
June 27th—June 28th
