Way of Shambhala
Basic Goodness I: Who Am I?
with Shastri Robert Gailey
September 19th—October 24th
This first course in the Basic Goodness Series focuses on our understanding of self, thorugh meditation, contemplation, traditional Buddhist teachings, and Shambhala teachings on Basic Goodness. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with Acharya Noel McLellan
October 5th—October 6th
Through the practice of meditation, we glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
November 8th—November 10th
In Level 2, we explore how habitual ways of thinking obscure the raw brilliance of the world. We learn how to work with fear and with the obstacles that may have arisen as meditation practice develops. Continue »
Contentment in Everyday Life
with Shastri Mary Campbell
November 14th—December 12th
This introductory class provides an exploration of genuine contentment through the study of foundational Buddhist teachings. With meditation, we can learn to appreciate ourselves and simple human experiences, free from self-aggression. Continue »
Fearlessness in Everyday Life
November 14th—December 12th
Beyond the practical approaches to dealing with fear, the Shambhala teachings address what it is like to look directly into the openness of our lives, rather than hide from our own existence. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
January 25th—January 26th (2020)
Discovering Basis Goodness in ourselves and others. A weekend of meditation instruction and practice, teachings and discussions. Continue »
Wisdom in Everyday Life
January 30th—February 27th (2020)
Meditation sharpens our intelligence and uncovers our wisdom. When we touch the world directly, we discover ordinary magic. No longer deterred or depressed by obstacles, we can include everything as part of the path and play with whatever arises. Continue »
Contentment in Everyday Life
January 30th—February 27th (2020)
This introductory class provides an exploration of genuine contentment through the study of foundational Buddhist teachings. With meditation, we can learn to appreciate ourselves and simple human experiences, free from self-aggression. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
March 6th—March 8th (2020)
In Level 2, we explore how habitual ways of thinking obscure the raw brilliance of the world. We learn how to work with fear and with the obstacles that may have arisen as meditation practice develops. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level III: Warrior in the World
April 17th—April 19th (2020)
When we become awake to our sense perceptions, we can venture into the world with confidence and a vulnerability that is fearless, gentle, and alive. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level IV: Awakened Heart
May 15th—May 17th (2020)
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. We find that we can extend ourselves to others fully with kindness. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
May 30th—May 31st (2020)
Through the practice of meditation, we glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level V: Open Sky
June 12th—June 14th (2020)
Communicating with the world gently and fearlessly, our awareness is sharpened and we find the open clear sky of mind, a delightful source of wisdom and uplifted energy. We learn to trust our nature enough to let go into the present moment. Continue »
