Getting Started

Welcome to the Boulder Shambhala Center!

We look forward to getting to know you! Please feel welcome to stop by the center for a visit. The Boulder Shambhala Center is part of Shambhala, an international community of meditation centers and groups. We offer extensive training in meditation through introductory classes, curriculum-based programs and individual meditation instruction.

Meditation helps us synchronize body and mind in order to be present, awake, and complete. We can then apply the sanity, clarity, and presence developed in meditation to our everyday lives. Relating to life in this way creates dignified human culture, including kindness, love, and compassion. We welcome all people interested in the practice of meditation and anyone who aspires to expand the experience of gentleness and nonaggression into all areas of life.


Introductory Programs

Weekly introductory offerings including group meditation are: Thursday Night Open Class, the Young Meditators gathering, and the Heart of Recovery gathering for those in recovery. These gatherings are also structured to support people with an ongoing practice.
Interested in the Way of Shambhala Path? Learn more here.

Or check out all of our programs and see what appeals.

In-Person Meditation

Weekday Morning Meditation
Monday-Friday, 7:30-8:30AM

Weekday Evening Meditation
Monday-Friday, 5:30-6:30PM

Sunday Morning Meditation
9AM-Noon


Join in at these events:

Introductory

Young Meditators

March 13th—July 31st

The Young Meditators group exists to foster a community of young adults who meditate, practice mindfulness, and learn to engage with the challenges of life in skillful ways. No meditation experience is necessary. Continue »

Thursday Night Open Class

March 21st—August 1st

April 18th: Reed Bye - Why are we Doing This?: Motivation and Intention to Practice Meditation Continue »

Open House

April 21st

A friendly introduction to meditation, Shambhala teachings, Buddhism, and the community. This program is open to all. Continue »

Yeshe Tsogyal: Illuminating the Path of Awakening

with Holly Gayley

April 27th—April 28th

Yeshe Tsogyal’s legacy looms large in Tibetan Buddhism. Her life story has inspired generations of people practicing under challenging circumstances. Through practice, talks and dialogues, we will explore what we can learn from Yeshe Tsogal's life. Continue »

Tana Dungsey Rinpoche - Free Evening Talk

April 29th

Come meet Tana Dungsey Rinpoche for a talk and discussion. Free event and open to all. Continue »