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

Programs for US: Colorado Region

Boulder Shambhala Center

Nalandabodhi Program: Songs of Realization

March 10th—April 14th

This winter and spring our friends at Nalandabodhi Colorado are offering fabulous opportunities to experience the joy of singing songs of realization. These songs were transmitted to us mainly by Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso. Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

Equinox: First Shot and Lhasang

March 19th

Spring! To mark the equinox, a small group will gather to witness Alex Halpern offer a Kyudo "first shot" and we will also offer a lhasang. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

You Don't Have to Be Afraid of Who You Are (In Person)

March 19th—April 9th

Participants will gain an understanding of the ancient human tendency to evade, withdraw or contract from painful experiences and feelings relating to ourselves and others. Learn specific tools and methods for integrating disowned experiences. Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

Spring Werma Feast (Potluck)

March 23rd

All practitioners of the Werma Sadhana are invited to a potluck feast gathering to celebrate the Spring Equinox. Please bring a dish to share. You are invited to make a Spring-themed offering. (Restricted to those with this practice transmission.) Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

Black Institutional Racism in CO, A Brief History of Anti-Semitism/Anti-Zionism and US Southern Border Issues (In Person)

April 6th

Please join us for a light breakfast, panel discussion and Q&A. Sponsored by SMCD's Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Team (JEDI). Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

Boulder Arts Week Shambhala Center Arts Panel Event

April 6th

Boulder Arts Week Shambhala Center Arts Panel Event. What's Meditation Got to Do With It? A panel conversation with Boulder artists about contemporary art and ancient wisdom. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

Continuing Education for Meditation Instructors: Weekend One (Online)

April 13th—April 14th

Open to all, this is part of a series of three weekend trainings designed as continuing education for already authorized Meditation Instructors, as well as meditation practitioners who are interested in developing as Meditation Instructors. Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

Continuing Education for Meditation Instructors: Weekend One

April 13th—April 14th

All are welcome to join! 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 »

Boulder Shambhala Center

Sacred Path VI & VII: Outrageous & Inscrutable (Hybrid)

April 19th—April 21st

No longer afraid of making mistakes, the unconventional and visionary perspective of the outrageous warrior combines with the skill of spontaneous inscrutability to benefit others on a larger scale. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

Continuing Education for Meditation Instructors: Weekend Two (Online)

May 4th—May 5th

Open to all, this is part of a series of three weekend trainings designed as continuing education for already authorized Meditation Instructors, as well as meditation practitioners who are interested in developing as Meditation Instructors. Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

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 »

Boulder Shambhala Center

Sacred Path: Golden Key (Hybrid)

June 7th—June 9th

Please join us for this special offering culminating the Sacred Path. Continue »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

Open Sky: Shambhala Training Level V (In Person & Online)

June 8th—June 9th

Deepen your meditation practice, and continue along the path of the Shambhala teachings on warriorship. Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

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 »

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

Continuing Education for Meditation Instructors: Weekend Three (Online)

June 22nd—June 23rd

Open to all, this is part of a series of three weekend trainings designed as continuing education for already authorized Meditation Instructors, as well as meditation practitioners who are interested in developing as Meditation Instructors. Continue »

Boulder Shambhala Center

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 »