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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.
Our Generosity Policy
Our policy is not to turn away anyone due to financial concerns. Read more about our generosity policy.
Programs and Events
Upcoming Recurrent Events
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. |
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