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At the Boulder Shambhala Meditation Center, we offer programs and classes in: Buddhist and Shambhala teachings, meditation, yoga and other contemplative disciplines as well as free individual meditation instruction. View all our programs below, or choose a category from the list on the let.

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Many classes and events are open to the public, and some have prerequisites, please click on links for more info. Online registration through Pay Pal is available. For more info or questions, please contact the center directly via email or at 303-444-0190 x 100.

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Programs and Events

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Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with John Cobb
May 31st - June 2nd
Through the practice of meditation, we begin to glimpse that goodness—rather than confusion—is the unconditional ground of our existence. More
The Shambhala Principle: Exploring Personal & Social Transformation
with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche and Acharya Susan Skjei
June 2nd
Through meditation, contemplation, and conversation, we will explore Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche's new book, The Shambhala Principle. Please join us for this very special one day workshop, which includes a book signing with the Sakyong. More
Werma Feast
June 7th
Please sign up to fill one of the feast roles! More
Shambhala Meditation: Creating a Culture of Kindness
with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche and Acharya Dale Asrael
June 28th - June 30th
Join us for this special opportunity to receive the transmission of Shambhala Meditation from Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Please register early--we expect this program to reach capacity quickly. More
Shambhala Meditation: A Talk to Meditation Instructors
with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
June 29th
Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche wishes to meet with meditation instructors to talk about the essence of Shambhala Meditation practice. More
Meditation in Everyday Life
July 9th - August 6th
Meditation in Everyday Life presents presents teachings and tools to more fully be who we are and improve the quality of our daily life. More
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with Roland Cohen
July 19th - July 21st
Through the practice of meditation, we begin to glimpse that goodness—rather than confusion—is the unconditional ground of our existence. More
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
August 9th - August 11th
This weekend builds on the foundation of the meditation practice that was introduced in Level I, by exploring how habitual ways of thinking obscure the raw brilliance of the world. More
Contentment in Everyday Life
August 13th - September 10th
Contentment, simplicity, and mindfulness are connected with the precision of the hinayana, the teachings that form the foundation of the Buddhist path. In Shambhala, the meek dignity of the tiger embodies this simplicity and mindfulness. More
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
September 6th - September 8th
In Shambhala Training Level I, the ancient wisdom of Shambhala comes alive in our daily existence. This first level presents the view that the world is sacred and basic goodness is our birthright. The Friday night talk is free and open to the public. More
Meditation in Everyday Life
September 12th - October 10th
Meditation in Everyday Life presents presents teachings and tools to more fully be who we are and improve the quality of our daily life. This program accompanies Shambhala Training Level I. More
Shambhala Training Level III: Warrior in the World
September 13th - September 15th
In Shambhala Training Level III, we work in a deliberate way. We make an effort to bring the mindfulness and awareness cultivated during our meditation practice into all aspects of our daily life. More
Joy in Everyday Life
September 17th - October 15th
This course expands the meditation experience by cultivating the noble heart of the mahayana teachings, opening the path to the virtue and celebration of compassion. More
Harvest of Peace
September 22nd
Save the date! Harvest of Peace is on a Sunday this year. More
Sacred Path - Great Eastern Sun
September 27th - September 29th
Great Eastern Sun, the first program in the Sacred Path, is based on seeing that there is a natural source of radiance and brilliance in this world - which is the innate wakefulness of human beings. More
Meditation in Everyday Life (Morning Format)
October 2nd - October 30th
Meditation in Everyday Life presents presents teachings and tools to more fully be who we are and improve the quality of our daily life. This program accompanies Shambhala Training Level I. More
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
October 4th - October 6th
Through the practice of meditation, we begin to glimpse that goodness—rather than confusion—is the unconditional ground of our existence. More
What is Real? The Basic Goodness of Reality
October 9th - November 13th
This third course in the Basic Goodness Series focuses on a study of the phenomenal world. More
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
October 11th - October 13th
This weekend builds on the foundation of the meditation practice introduced in Level I by exploring how habitual ways of thinking obscure the raw brilliance of the world. More
Contentment in Everyday Life
October 17th - November 14th
Through the gentle precision of meditation practice, we can learn to appreciate ourselves and our simple, day-to-day human experiences. More
Shambhala Training Level IV: Awakened Heart
October 25th - October 27th
As we trust further in basic goodness and dare to experience the sharp edge of reality, we move forward with gentleness, increased awareness, and inquisitiveness about the world as it is. We find that we can extend ourselves to others fully, with kindness More
Fearlessness in Everyday Life
October 29th - November 26th
Through an exploration of the Buddhist teachings on mind and the nature of reality, we learn to see clearly. We dare to face life and death as they are. More
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
November 1st - November 3rd
Through the practice of meditation, we begin to glimpse that goodness—rather than confusion—is the unconditional ground of our existence. More
Sacred Path - Windhorse
November 8th - November 10th
This program, the second in the Sacred Path, teaches a practice to bring about skillful and heartfelt social engagement, enabling the warrior to go forward in the midst of whatever challenges occur. More
Contentment in Everyday Life (Morning Format)
November 13th - December 18th
Through the gentle precision of meditation practice, we can learn to appreciate ourselves and our simple, day-to-day human experiences. More
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
November 15th - November 17th
This weekend builds on the foundation of the meditation practice introduced in Level I by exploring how habitual ways of thinking obscure the raw brilliance of the world. More
Meditation Instructor Gathering
with Acharya Dale Asrael and David Rome
November 21st - November 24th
Acharya Dale Asrael, the Dean of Meditation Instructors, will hold a gathering for Meditation Instructors to contemplate portions of the Shambhala Meditation text and to deepen their training in the skills of meditation instruction. More
Shambhala Training Level III: Warrior in the World
December 6th - December 8th
In Shambhala Training Level III we work in a deliberate way. We make an effort to bring the mindfulness and awareness cultivated during our meditation practice into all aspects of our daily life. More


Schedule does not reflect all ongoing programs at the Boulder Shambhala Center. We also offer: daily and weekly community practice, community groups, and family programs.  For more info, please call the BSMC at 303-444-0190, x100.

Learn more about meditation and buddhism at shambhala.org
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