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
Sadhana of Mahamudra - ONLINE
with Dr. Lora Wiggins
June 6th—October 3rd
Please join us for this online practice of the Sadhana of Mahamudra. The text will be displayed on screen during practice. Continue »
Practicing in Difficult Times
with Acharya Richard John
October 10th
Acharya Richard John returns! A favorite teacher of the sangha will be leading a meditation session, talk and discussion from 9AM-noon on Saturday October 10. Continue »
Upcoming 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
Matteson Shambhala Meditation Group
The Wisdom of Aging- Online Discussion Group
April 23rd—November 12th
The Wisdom of Aging- Online Discussion Group Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Sunday Meditation and Discussion ONLINE
with Alice Dan
July 5th—December 27th
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 »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
Heart of Recovery - online
July 28th—September 29th
This weekly meditation and discussion group brings together Buddhist meditation practices with our individual paths of recovery from compulsive and addictive behaviors. Continue »
Shambhala Center of Lexington
Hinayana Course 3 on Zoom
September 6th—October 20th
This continuation of Foundations for Freedom: The Hinayana will begin with a live feed on Zoom (time to be announced). Recorded sessions will continue on Tuesday nights. Continue »
Shambhala Center of Lexington
Qigong: Breathing, Meditation and Movement for Your Immune System
September 10th—October 15th
This Zoom class will be led by Jim Concotelli. See the full program description for information on how to register. Continue »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
Development of Peace -- Basic Teachings of the Buddha - online
with Acharya Arawana Hayashi & Winnie Edgerton
September 21st—October 12th
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 Milwaukee
Mixing One's Mind with Lineage Mind
with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
September 30th—October 28th
This five-session class presents the Sakyong's teachings on guru yoga practice and a detailed commentary on Dharmaraju Guru Yoga with guided practice. For vajrayana students only. Continue »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
“The Art of Being Human” - Level I Meditation Training
with Lance Brunner
October 2nd—October 4th - Date postponed or cancelled
This path is open to anyone seeking to develop gentleness and strength through meditation. Shambhala Training is a series of contemplative workshops suited for both beginning and experienced meditators. The simple and profound technique of mindfulness and Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Learn to Meditate ONLINE
with Barbara Wolkowitz
October 3rd
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 »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
A Special Introduction to Shambhala w/ Shastri Janet Bronstein
with Shastri Janet Bronstein
October 3rd
An Introduction to the Shambhala Global Community and Practices Continue »
Cleveland Shambhala Meditation Center
Online Foundations for Freedom -The Hinayana - Part 2
October 4th—November 1st
Course two in the series will provide an in-depth exploration of the fundamental teaching of the Five Skandhas. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Contentment in Everyday Life Via Zoom
with Steven Anderson & Steven Anderson
October 6th—November 10th
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
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program ONLINE
with Ann Shillinglaw
October 7th—December 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 »
Shambhala Center of Lexington
Simplified Tai Chi class on Zoom
October 7th—November 11th
Join Jim Concotelli on Zoom for a six-week tai chi program. If you cannot attend a class, Jim will mail the link to the recording. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Chicago Shambhala Governing Council Meeting online
October 8th
Shambhala Chicago Governing Council meetings are open to members of the Chicago Shambhala Center. We welcome your presence! Continue »
Shambhala Center of Lexington
Radical Responsibility: An Online Program
October 10th—October 11th
This online weekend training is an in-depth meditation and experiential workshop open to all. Radical Responsibility is about owning our circumstances and choices. Program will be offered on Zoom. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Distance Dharma
with Prof Sue Stephens
October 15th—January 2nd (2021)
Online group meets 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month for wide ranging conversations. Time is Central Time. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Sadhana of Mahamudra ONLINE
with Alice Dan
October 17th
All are welcome to this new moon Vajrayana practice. Please join us! Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with Viki Adducci & Connie Brock
November 6th—November 7th
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
Ninthun - full day meditation retreat
November 7th
A full day of meditation practice with like minded people. Continue »
Hoosier Heartland Shambhala Meditation Group
Year End Potluck
December 5th
Year end Community Potluck Continue »
