Programs
“The discovery of magic can happen only when we transcend our embarrassment about being alive, when we have the bravery to proclaim the goodness and dignity of human life, without either hesitation or arrogance. Then magic can descend onto our existence.”
—Chögyam Trungpa, Founder of the Shambhala Tradition
All Programs & Events
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 »
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 »
Yeshe Tsogyal Sadhana Practice (for those authorized)
with Holly Gayley
April 27th—April 28th
One session on Saturday 4/27 and one on Sunday 4/28. Sunday includes the feast practice
Join one or both. 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 »
Mindful Cinema: Beyond Two Worlds, Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX
May 3rd
This exquisite feature length documentary Beyond Two Worlds celebrates the life of Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX (1955-2012). Continue »
Continuing Education for Meditation Instructors: Weekend Two
May 4th—May 5th
The weekend trainings are designed as continuing education for already authorized Meditation Instructors, as well as meditation practitioners who are interested in developing as Meditation Instructors. Continue »
New Moon Sadhana of Mahamudra
May 7th
This practice written by Chogyam Trungpa invokes the blessings of the Kagyu and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism to help us dispel obstacles in our practice, life, and world. Open to all! Continue »
Learn to Meditate May 11th
with David Sanford
May 11th
This morning workshop includes an introductory talk by a senior teacher as well as meditation instruction and practice. Open to all, the basic practice of meditation can become a part of any spiritual path. All are welcome. Continue »
Board Mixer with Shambhala USA Board and Front Range Shambhala Board
May 16th
Come and connect with the two boards. Refreshements will be served. Continue »
Tana Dungsey Rinpoche: The Role Deities Play in Life and Death
May 17th—May 19th
In-Person & Zoom
We are pleased that the Tana Yelpa Foundation is returning with Tana Dungsey Rinpoche to share timely teachings on the role of deities in life as well as in death. Continue »
Open House
May 21st
A friendly introduction to meditation, Shambhala teachings, Buddhism, and the community. This program is open to all. Continue »
Full Moon Sadhana of Mahamudra
May 23rd
This practice written by Chogyam Trungpa invokes the blessings of the Kagyu and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism to help us dispel obstacles in our practice, life, and world. Open to all! Continue »
Shambhala Training I: The Art of Being Human (In-Person)
with Angelika Behrooz
May 31st—June 2nd
Open to the art of being human through the practice of meditation! Glimpse your unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Open to your to this original nature with gentleness and appreciation. See your potential as a genuine, dignified, carin Continue »
New Moon Sadhana of Mahamudra
June 5th
This practice written by Chogyam Trungpa invokes the blessings of the Kagyu and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism to help us dispel obstacles in our practice, life, and world. Open to all! Continue »
Sacred Path: Golden Key (Hybrid)
with Sangyum Agness Au
June 7th—June 9th
Please join us for this special offering culminating the Sacred Path. Continue »
Learn to Meditate June 8th
June 8th
This morning workshop includes an introductory talk by a senior teacher as well as meditation instruction and practice. Open to all, the basic practice of meditation can become a part of any spiritual path. All are welcome. Continue »
Shambhala Training IV: Awakened Heart (Hybrid)
with Margot Iseman
June 14th—June 16th
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. In this way we can extend ourselves to others fully with kindness. Continue »
Teachings on Yeshe Tsogyal (online)
with Holly Gayley
June 15th
Yeshe Tsogyal’s legacy looms large in Tibetan Buddhism. Her life story has inspired generations of people practicing under challenging circumstances. Continue »
Open House
June 18th
A friendly introduction to meditation, Shambhala teachings, and our community. This program is open to all. Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra Feast with Ringu Tulku Rinpoche
June 20th
Join us on the summer soltice for a very special Sadhana of Mahamudra Feast with Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, who attended the very first Sadhana of Mahamudra abhisheka with the Vidyadhara. Continue »
Vajrayogini Sadhaka Audience with Ringu Tulku Rinpoche (restricted, in-person)
June 21st
Shortly after bestowing the Vajrayogini abhisheka at the Halifax Shambhala Center, we are delighted to host Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, who will be holding an audience for Vajrayogini sadhakas, new and old. Continue »
The Heart Sutra with Ringu Tulku Rinpoche (in-person & livestream)
June 22nd—June 23rd
Ringu Tulku Rinpoche is a Tibetan Buddhist Master of the Kagyu Order. He was trained in all schools of Tibetan Buddhism under many great masters such as HH the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa and HH Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. Continue »
Shambhala Training II: Birth of the Warrior (In-person)
with Roland Cohen
June 28th—June 30th
The sacred warrior conquers the world not through violence and aggression but through gentleness, courage, and self-knowledge. This program builds on the teachings and practice from Shambhala Training I: The Art of Being Human. Continue »
Shambhala Training I: The Art of Being Human (In-Person)
with Jennifer Woodhull
August 2nd—August 4th
Open to the art of being human through the practice of meditation! Glimpse your unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Open to your to this original nature with gentleness and appreciation. See your potential as a genuine, dignified, carin Continue »
Shambhala Training V: Open Sky (Hybrid)
September 6th—September 8th
In Shambhala Training V, our awareness continues to expand. This is likened to the open clear sky of mind, a delightful source of wisdom and uplifted energy. Continue »
Bodhisattva Vow Ceremony
with Judith Simmer-Brown
September 29th
The Bodhisattva vow is a commitment to put others before oneself and to work wholeheartedly for their benefit. The basis of this vow is the heart of bodhicitta and the commitment to develop kindness, friendliness and compassion. Continue »
Shambhala Training III: Warrior in the World (Hybrid)
October 4th—October 6th
In Shambhala Training III, we work in a deliberate way, making an effort to bring the mindfulness and awareness cultivated in our meditation practice into all aspects of daily life. Continue »
Shambhala Training II: Birth of the Warrior (In-person)
with Jeffrey Scott
October 18th—October 20th
The sacred warrior conquers the world not through violence and aggression but through gentleness, courage, and self-knowledge. This program builds on the teachings and practice from Shambhala Training I: The Art of Being Human. Continue »
