Please check each program description for the location where it will be held.
Meditation Programs
Public Programs
These events are open to all - no previous experience required.
Introductory Program
Learn to Meditate Introductory Workshop 2nd Wednesday of Each Month 7:00 - 8:30pm Ideal for beginning students, this workshop provides an introduction to mindfulness-awareness (shamatha) practice. Learn More »
Great for New Meditators Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human June 23-24, 2012 Saturday, 8:30am-6:00pm; Sunday, 8:30am-1pm This weekend program includes instruction in sitting and walking meditation, group discussion, personal interviews, and talks by the director. Open to everyone! Learn More »
Meditation Schedule
First and Third Sunday of each Month 9:00–12:00 am: Meditation practice and instruction; practice period begins and ends with Buddhist chants (come and leave anytime during this period). Childcare is provided from 10am-noon. 12 noon–1:00 pm: Various formal and informal community groups occasionally host a lunch after sitting at noon; if you are interested in hosting a lunch, please contact communitylunch@dcshambhala.org
Third Sunday Schedule 9:00–11:00am: Meditation practice and instruction; practice period begins and ends with Buddhist chants (come and leave anytime during this period). 11:00am-12 noon: Sadhana of Mahamudra (Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join in the Sadhana of Mahamudra practice.) Note: The third Sunday practice schedule may be adjusted when other weekend programs are offered; please check the calendar.
Every Monday
6:00–6:45pm: Evening meditation practice. No Meditation Instruction on Mondays.
Every Tuesday 6:00–6:45pm: Evening meditation practice. No Meditation Instruction on Tuesdays. Every Thursday
6:30-7:30 pm: Evening meditation practice and instruction. 7:30 -8:15 pm: Public talk and open discussion 8:15 pm: Tea
Everyone is welcome. There is no charge for meditation sessions or meditation instruction.
Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, D.C.
3520 Connecticut Ave NW | Washington, DC 20008 | 202.787.1526
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