Welcome!
The Shambhala Meditation Center of Madison is part of an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Our center, located in Madison’s Willy Street neigborhood, offers public meditation several times a week, a core curriculum of Buddhist and Shambhala teachings, as well as training in advanced contemplative practices.
New to Shambhala?
Shambhala is an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Shambhala Vision is rooted in the principle that every human being has a fundamental nature of basic goodness. This nature can be developed in daily life so that it radiates out to family, friends, community and society. Learn more.
Weekly Open House
This weekly online dharma gathering is a perfect introduction to the Shambhala Buddhist teachings and an opportunity to connect with other practitioners. It begins with a group meditation practice, a talk by one of our senior teachers, discussion, and a reception. Meditation instruction is also offered to beginners. The Zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81673358590 Learn more.
Upcoming Madison Programs
There are no programs at this timeUpcoming Great Lakes Regional Programs
Shambhala Chicago
What the Buddha Taught Study Group ONLINE (Alternate Sundays)
with Barbara Wolkowitz
March 22nd—December 27th
This study group will read, study, and contemplate the 52 slogans that are part of the Mahayana teachings of Lojong, or Training the Mind. By training the mind, we mean that we reflect on our thoughts and behavior as a means of reversing our habitual tend Continue »
Matteson Shambhala Meditation Group
What the Buddha Taught- Online Study Group
April 19th—December 27th
Shambhala Chicago
The Power of an Open Question (ONLINE RECORDING)
with Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel
April 22nd—September 22nd
When we ask an open question, the mind becomes naturally curious and engaged, creating a fertile environment for learning, creativity, and clear discernment. In this chaotic time, can we stay open? Video Recording of retreat with Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel. Continue »
Matteson Shambhala Meditation Group
The Wisdom of Aging- Online Discussion Group
April 23rd—July 30th
The Wisdom of Aging- Online Discussion Group Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Meditation in Everyday Life via Zoom
with Scott Kamilar & Steven Anderson
June 16th—July 14th
Introductory course to meditation. Continue »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
White Tara - A Soothing Practice for Difficult Times
with Acharya Judith Simmer-brown
June 29th—July 27th
This five-week recorded course introduces the short daily practice of White Tara, one of the most famous bodhisattvas of compassion in Tibetan Buddhism. Emanated from the tears of the compassionate Avalokiteshvara, peaceful White Tara is said to witness t Continue »
Shambhala Center of Lexington
COURSE 2 of Foundations for Freedom-The Hinayana. The Second Noble Truth: The Origin of Suffering. Part I – The Five Skandhas. (in Zoom)
June 30th—August 11th
COURSE 2 of Foundations for Freedom-The Hinayana.
The Second Noble Truth: The Origin of Suffering. Part I – The Five Skandhas.
This Shambhala Online class will be offered in Zoom for 7 consecutive Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, starting on June 30. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Sunday Meditation and Discussion ONLINE
with Alice Dan
July 5th—August 30th
Sitting Meditation Practice will begin with a brief opening chant, a short guided introduction to meditation, and 2 sessions with a break for movement. Discussion follows, questions welcome. Please register to receive the zoom link for participation. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Columbus
ONLINE: Be, Awake, Create: Mindfulness Practices to Spark Creativity Part 2
with Betsy Loeb
July 7th—August 4th
We will explore our unique reflections of our outer and inner worlds using the book Be, Awake, Create: Mindfulness Practices to Spark Creativity by Rebekah Younger, MFA. Open to all with or without a background in the arts or meditation experiences. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program ONLINE
with Ann Shillinglaw
July 15th—September 2nd
The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program is an eight-week course designed to teach participants how to improve the quality of their lives as they work with various types of stress. Continue »
Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center
Exploring Racism from the Inside Out
July 15th—August 5th
A Shambhala book and study circle Continue »
Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center
Pandemic Practices
July 17th—August 28th
A chanting practice to dispel the obstacles of our time Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Sadhana of Mahamudra ONLINE
with Alice Dan
July 19th
All are welcome to this new moon Vajrayana practice. Please join us! Continue »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
Development of Peace -- Basic Teachings of the Buddha
with Winnie Edgerton & Sarah Flint
July 20th—August 10th - Date postponed or cancelled
The Buddha first taught the path of individual liberation. In the Four Noble Truths he taught the truth of suffering, the origin of suffering, the cessation of suffering and the path to contentment and freedom. He taught the meditation practice of mindful Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Columbus
The Art of Being Human - Level I Meditation Training
with Shastri Janice Glowski & Jim Drescher
July 25th—July 26th
This online retreat will introduce and deepen instruction on basic mindfulness meditation practice, and help new and experienced meditators alike integrate practice into their daily lives. We will not stay online for the entire time, but the program will Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Hinayana:The Second Noble Truth *via Zoom*
with Ann Tyndall
July 28th—September 8th
Via Zoom. An exploration of the Hinayana Buddhist teachings through the lens of Shambhala teachings. 7 week class will meet Tuesdays 7-9 starting July 28. Generosity policy applies. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Learn to Meditate ONLINE
with Alice Dan
August 1st
Ideal for beginners as well as students who want to work on stabilizing their meditation, this program gives you the essential techniques and reasons for meditation practice in everyday life. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Contentment in Everyday Life Via Zoom
with Steven Anderson & Steven Anderson
August 5th—September 2nd
This five-week evening course looks at how contentment is often hard to find. Much of the time we search for contentment in things, achievements or relationships. With meditation practice, we relax with ourselves and appreciate simple human experiences. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism (Online)
with Barbara Wolkowitz
August 8th
The Buddhist teachings offer detailed, practical guidance to understanding our own minds and our experience of the world. With a clearer understanding, we are able to live in the world with more discernment and compassion. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Shambhala Path Meditation Instructor Training
with Shastri Janet Solyntjes & Jeffrey Scott
August 14th—August 20th - Date postponed or cancelled
An opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Way of Shambhala Path and train in working with students on that path. Continue »
Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center
Great Eastern Sun : Part 1 in Sacred Path Series
with Shastri Trinley Busby & Fred Schwieg
August 28th—August 30th
The first of the Sacred Path series of retreats Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with Ann Tyndall & Connie Brock
September 12th—September 13th
Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. Beginners are welcome. Continue »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
Harvest of Peace Potluck
September 19th
A potluck gathering to celebrate our bounty. Continue »
