Asheville

Shambhala Meditation Group of Asheville (aka SMGA)

We aspire to help create enlightened society based upon the realization of basic goodness and the cultivation of gentleness, fearlessness and dignity in ourselves, our community and the world. To this end, we offer to all the practice of meditation, the study of the Shambhala Buddhist teachings and a community dedicated to open-hearted interaction.

Contact, Location, Council, Regional, General Info Below

Public Meditation Practice (Weekly)
Thursdays 7:00pm-7:45 (Book Discussion 8:00pm-9:00)
Sundays 10am-12noon

Free meditation instruction is available during public sittings. You may also make an appointment with Charlotte at mermaid11@charter.net or 828-273-1760.

Programs and classes are offered periodically. You may
subscribe to one or both of our email lists above or request info.

Sadhana Practice
Sadhana of Mahamudra (Open to Everyone Twice each month)
Info: mermaid11@charter.net or 828-273-1760
Vajrayogini Feast (Sadhakas)
Info: kpmccall@gmail.com or 828-284-3445

Contact: email us or 828-281-1938 Top

Location: 19 Westwood Place, Asheville, NC 28806
See Map or
Take I-240 to exit 2, Haywood Rd. in West Asheville.
From I-240W, turn left at the light onto Haywood Rd.
From I-240E, turn left onto Hanover St. and then right at the light onto Haywood Rd.
Then take the 2nd left (past I-240) onto Westwood Place and then quickly turn left again to stay on Westwood Pl. SMGA is in the 2nd house on right, the one with the prayer flags!
Please note: I-240W at times is I-26E and vice-versa. It may be clearest to focus on the I-240 signs when heading our way. Top

Shambhala Council Members:
Building & Grounds: Ryonen Stewart 828-230-3308
Finances: Jon Poland 828-712-9063
Outreach, Programs: Alan Tilson 828-545-1769
Health&Well Being, Rusung: Shinay Maphet 828-777-3415

Regional Shambhala Centers & Groups: Atlanta, Birmingham, Columbia, Durham, Lexington, Louisville, Nashville, Southeastern Region Top

Related Links: Chronicle Project: The Chronicles are a celebration of the life of Vidyadhara the Venerable Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, the incomparable meditation teacher, artist, poet, translator, vajra master, and social visionary who, more than any other person, is credited with establishing the genuine path of buddhadharma in the West.Top

SMGA is part of Shambhala International, which was founded by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and now led by his son and spiritual heir Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Sakyong Mipham is the author of Turning the Mind into an Ally and Ruling Your World.

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Book Discussion: Ruling Your World
Starting soon...
Open to everyone each Thursday
Sitting 7:00pm-7:45, Discussion 8:00pm-9:00

Shambhala Training Level III: Warrior in the World
date tba, hopefully with Catherine Neill!

Kim Roe is trying to find a date that works, so if you are interested,
PLEASE CONTACT HER at roe_kimberly@yahoo.com!

Developing fearlessness by examining our habitual tendencies, we are willing to experience our life without relying on the cocoon. We begin to engage the world directly and extend the attitude of fearlessness to our activities.

Prerequisite: Shambhala Training Level II
Suggested Donation: $135 / $115 2 wks advance or Member / $40 if repeating
Coordinator: Shinay Maphet, 828-777-3415 or smaphet@gmail.com
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