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
Gentle Yoga
with Judy Hirsh
March 5th
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 »
Milarepa Day
March 9th
EVERYONE IS WELCOME to join in the annual all-day reading of the beautiful songs of realization (dohas) of the Kagyu lineage, found in The Rain of Wisdom. Continue »
Day of Practice
March 17th
For new and experienced practitioners alike, this all-day community meditation retreat (or nyinthün) is a rare opportunity to take a real break from our usual routines to truly relax with ourselves and refresh our sense of wellbeing, goodness and sanity. Continue »
Family Sundays
March 17th
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 »
Online Acharya Talk: A Year of Deepening in Compassion
March 17th—April 14th
The Shambhala Acharyas have offered to lead the community in a year-long series of talks, contemplative and meditation practices from the Buddhist Mahayana teachings of our lineage. Continue »
Gentle Yoga
with Judy Hirsh
March 19th
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 »
San Diego Listening Circles
March 24th
As we continue to work through a time of groundlessness it is important that we take special care of ourselves and each other. Join us for another time of listening and sharing to help us support each other as we continue to seek a path for the future. Continue »
