Spark your heart and mind through the practice of meditation.
Shambhala Vision is rooted in the principle that every human being has a fundamental nature of basic goodness. This nature can be developed in daily life so that it radiates out to family, friends, community and society.
New to Shambhala?
Shambhala is an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers founded by the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, and now led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Learn about our vision, lineage & community. More →
Ongoing Offerings
Our centre offers a rich array of ongoing offerings free to the public including weekly public sitting meditation hours and dharma talks. No prior meditation experience required to attend. All are welcome. More →
Featured Programs
Hatha Yoga
with Judy Hirsh
October 9th—December 18th
The class is for both new and experienced yoga students who would like a gentle practice that stretches and challenges the body while also respecting our individual physical limitations. Continue »
2nd Sunday Dharma Talk
October 14th—November 11th
A talk or contemplation led by one of our members during Sunday morning public sitting meditation, with time for discussion. Followed by refreshments at 11:00. Continue »
Writing to Heal: A Day Long Retreat with Marni Freedman Offered by San Diego Writers, Ink
October 20th
Writing as a way of healing is both gentle and effective. Together we will be meditating, practicing expressive writing, witnessing, and sharing (and will have a few surprise break out options). Continue »
Family Sundays
October 21st—January 20th (2019)
Activities for children will be provided on the third Sunday of each month from 10:00 – 11:00 am, offering parents the opportunity to participate in group meditation practice and the whole family to enjoy tea and refreshments afterward. Continue »
Full Moon Shambhala Sadhana
October 23rd—January 21st (2019)
This hour long practice of chanting and meditation is simple and quite powerful in its direct approach to basic goodness. The Sakyong composed this practice to deepen our personal and social connection with basic goodness. Continue »
Kalapa Ikebana Fall 2018
with Donna West
October 27th—December 15th
The basic purpose of ikebana is opening to and expressing the sacredness, natural harmony and order of the world. By arranging branches, flowers, greenery, container and water, we can express this connection beautifully and simply ... Continue »
Learn to Meditate
November 5th—January 7th (2019)
People new to meditation as well as more experienced practitioners who wish to refresh their technique will receive instruction in a relaxed, uplifted atmosphere. Encourage your family, friends or others curious about meditation to attend. Continue »
