Getting Started with Meditation
– In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Halifax Shambhala Centre location will be CLOSED until further notice.
– Online meditation (NEW) – Starting in April, some meditations and gatherings are continuing and will be taking place online. Please refer to the programs listing for more information.
#1 Weekly Community Talk & Meditation
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oin us online any Thursday evening for meditation instruction and a presentation on applying meditation to daily life.
Where:
When: (to be scheduled)
Details: Free, please refer to the Community Talk & Meditation page.
# 2 Sunday Morning Meditation
All morning we practice mindfulness-awareness meditation alternating with walking meditation. If you’ve never meditated before (or need a refresher), individual meditation instruction is available.
Where: Online
When: Every Sunday, 10 am
Details: Free, please refer to the Open Meditations page.
#3 Introductory Programs & Community Events
Throughout the year, the centre offers a variety of introductory programs on meditation and contemplative arts, as well as support groups, community events, and special festivities that are open to all.
Where: Online
When: Various times
Details: Please refer to the Introductory Programs page.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Online Resources
Shambhala Online
We really encourage people to come to the Shambhala Center in person when they can; having said that, Shambhala Online offers programs and talks that you can hear from home, including a great playlist of Open House talks.
Shambhala Global Site
Our centre is connected to a global community. Check out the many helpful resources on our global site including:
Meditation FAQ
YouTube Teachings Library
What is Shambhala?
Suggested Books
Simply reading a book written by our teachers and lineage holders including Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, or Pema Chödrön, are a great inspiration to many people. Some recommended classics, which can be found in our library, are:
Shambhala: Sacred Path of the Warrior by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche
The Shambhala Principle by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön
