Programs - Shambhala Center of MinneapolisShambhala Center of Minneapolis

Introductory

Monthly Potluck - First Friday

May 6th—May 3rd (2024)

Please bring a dish to share at our monthly potluck dinner. Vegetarian and GF options are welcome. Musical instruments are especially welcome! Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

Heart of Recovery Group | Online

January 5th—December 28th

Online group meeting focused on sharing support while bringing together contemplative practice and a commitment to recovery from addictions of all kinds. Continue »

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Café Shambhala | Hybrid (in person and online)

January 7th—December 30th

For beginners, as well as continuing students, we invite you to join us Saturday mornings for Café Shambhala. Continue »

Quarterly Nyinthun Practice Day

February 5th—November 5th

A nyinthün is a full-day or half-day retreat where we can take the time to be with ourselves and extend our meditation practice. Nyinthun offers time to more fully immerse ourselves in the practice of mindfulness and to do so in a shared atmosphere of sup Continue »

Shambhala Center of Madison

Madison Shambhala Center Book Club

April 27th—December 16th

Open to all, we meet on or around the third Saturday of every month to discuss a chapter in a selected book. We will be reading Carefree Dignity, by Tsoknyi Rinpoche. Continue »

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Sadhana of Mahamudra - At the Madison Shambhala Center - Saturday, September 30 at 10:00 am

with Lora Wiggins

May 5th—November 27th

Next practice session is Saturday, September 30 at 10:00 am Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

Open Meditation: Greenlight Your Practice | Hybrid (in person and online)

with Alan Anderson

July 5th—October 11th

Join us Wednesday evenings for group meditation practice and coaching. All are welcome. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

Meditation In Everyday Life | In person and online

with Rebecca McAllister

September 5th—October 3rd

This course provides introductory tools and teachings for working with meditation in daily life. These classes are perfect for beginners and those relatively new to meditation or for those wanting to have a fresh start. Continue »

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Tuesday Evening Meditation ONLINE

with Barbara Wolkowitz & Ann Shillinglaw

September 5th—October 31st

Looking for a virtual meditation group where you can drop in when you like or attend regularly and get to know other meditators? Instruction in meditation and mindfulness skills. Continue »

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In Person Tuesday Evening Meditation in West Loop

with Stephen Burns & Barbara Wolkowitz & Peter McLaughlin & Ted Ballou

September 5th—October 31st

Join us for meditation in person at the Chicago Shambhala Center. Newcomers welcome and instruction given. Continue »

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Morning Meditation & Qigong | Online

with Alan Anderson

September 8th—November 17th

Start each Monday and Friday with 30 minutes of Qigong and meditation practice. All are welcome. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis

Starting the Journey of Meditation: The Hinayana Buddhist path

with Patrick Dallas & Scott Kamilar

September 12th—October 10th

Starting the Journey of Meditation: The Hinayana Buddhist path. Tuesday evenings for 5 weeks. Continue »

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Aging as Spiritual Path: Online Book Club

with Alice Dan

September 14th—November 9th

"Old age is not for sissies!" But where do we get to share our experiences and find support to face our aging? Meditation offers a path to a healthy approach. Join our discussions on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

Waking Up in Free-Fall: Bringing The Buddhist Practices of a Bodhisattva to the Bardos of Everyday Life

with Susan Chapman

September 16th—October 7th

In this course we will explore how the Buddhist teachings on the bardo can be a guide to keeping our hearts open when life seems to fall apart. Join us in person for this Shambhala Online course. Continue »

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Sunday Morning Meditation and Discussion ONLINE

with Alice Dan

September 17th—October 29th

Weekly group meditation (sitting and walking) with guided instruction, Dharma reading and discussion. Continue »

Shambhala Center of Madison

Weekly Dharma Gathering - Fall 2023 Series

September 21st—November 16th

Please join us for a fall series of Dharma Gatherings on Thursday night from September 21 to November 16. Each evening will include 30 minutes of guided meditation, a dharma talk or reading, discussion, followed by tea and casual conversation. Continue »

Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center

Introduction to Chanting (Hybrid)

with Fred Schwieg

October 3rd—October 17th

What exactly is chanting? Why do we do it? How is it done? What does it mean? Join us and find out! Continue »

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Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche: The Tibetan Buddhist Path - Part II - Starting Oct 3

October 3rd—November 14th

This course includes videos of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche teaching that provide a rare glimpse of the early days of Buddhism in the West. Each class will consist of sitting, videos, and discussion. No prerequisites required. Continue »

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Shambhala Training Level 1: The Art of Being Human

with Mark Blumenfeld

October 7th

An excellent one day introductory retreat for those interested in the path of meditation. The day includes guided meditations, discussions, and talks on developing an ongoing and regular meditation practice. Continue »

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Learn to Meditate

with Barbara Wolkowitz

October 7th

Have you been trying to start a meditation practice on your own or with an app? This program helps beginners overcome common obstacles and establish a consistent practice. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human

October 7th—October 8th

Through meditation practice, you will glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of your existence. You will learn how to open to yourself with gentleness and appreciation, and begin to see your potential as a genuine and compassionate human being. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis

Shambhala Training Level I - The Art of Being Human

October 7th—October 8th

Shambhala Training Level 1 - the Art of being Human is an introductory weekend program with guided meditation instruction, periods of sitting, talks, and group discussions. Continue »

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ONLINE Shambhala Level I : The Art of Being Human

October 7th—October 8th

You can now take Shambhala Level 1 Training online and join us in person at our West Loop Center for Level 2. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

Contentment In Everyday Life | Hybrid

with Rebecca McAllister

October 10th—November 7th

All are welcome as we continue to focus on the fundamentals of meditation, mindfulness and fundamental Buddhist teachings and their application to bring contentment into our everyday lives. Continue »

Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center

Learn to Meditate (Online)

with Barbara Cromer

October 11th

Are you interested in learning about meditation or looking for a refresher? This ONLINE course is or you. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis

Warrior's Heart, Warrior's Action with Janet Solentjes

with Janet Solyntjes

October 14th—October 15th

Warrior's Heart, Warrior Action's a weekend community program with Janet Solentjes, open to everyone. Continue »

Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center

Sunday Open House

October 15th

Curious about Cleveland Shambhala? Now's your chance to find out! Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee

The Hidden Treasure Teachings of Shambhala on Bringing Gentleness, Magic and Bravery to Your Life | Hybrid (in person and online)

with Alan Anderson

October 18th—December 3rd

The Shambhala Buddhist path of fearlessness and gentleness, envisioned for humanity's darkest times, merges the spiritual path with the wakefulness of everyday activities. Join us for this 6-week class (plus three optional practice intensives). Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis

Exploring Foundational Buddhist Teachings with Khenpo Gawang

October 18th—June 12th (2024)

Exploring Foundational Buddhist Teachings with Khenpo Gawang, an in depth course on foundational Buddhist teachigs. Continue »

Shambhala Center of Madison

Nyinthun – Full Day of Meditation

with Mark Blumenfeld

October 22nd

Please join us for all or part of our day of practise Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis

November Nyinthun - A Day of Practice and Community

November 5th

A day long retreat, open to everyone. Continue »

Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center

Learn to Meditate (Online)

with Barbara Cromer

November 8th

Are you interested in learning about meditation or looking for a refresher? This ONLINE course is or you. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis

Shambhala Training Level II - The Birth of the Warrior

November 10th—November 12th

Shambhala Training Level II - The Birth of the Warrior is a weekend program that builds on the presentation of basic goodness in Level I, and explores how habitual patterns of thinking obscure our raw brilliance and the world we live in. Continue »