Please check each program description for the location where it will be held.
Upcoming Programs, Events, and Classes
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 >
Open to Everyone
Meditation in Everyday Life March 1 – 29, 2010
Mondays, 7 –9 PM
This 5-week class is the first course in the new Way of Shambhala core curriculum. It provides instructions and support for mindfulness meditation practice becoming part of one's everyday life, revealing our innate stability, strength and clarity. Learn More >
Open to Everyone!
Smile at Fear: Developing the Tools of Gentleness and Bravery A Video Workshop featuring Pema Chödrön Tuesdays, March 2 - April 6, 2010
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
With this DVD-based program Pema addresses how can we work with our anxiety and fear about ourself in a genuine way, based on gentleness and nonaggression, yet which leads to the discovery of an indestructible fearlessness. Learn More >
Open to Everyone
Parinirvana Day Sunday, April 4, 2010
Noon - 3:00 pm
Each year we gather on this day to honor the life, teachings, outrageous wisdom, and infinite compassion of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Learn More >
Special Weekend Program with Author Susan Pivar The Wisdom of a Broken Heart April 16-18, 2010
Rather than always seeking contentment in things, achievements or relationships, with meditation practice we relax with ourselves and appreciate simple human experiences. Difficult emotions and the challenges of life can be met with gentleness, mindfulness and inquisitiveness. Learn More >
Open to Everyone Contentment in Everyday Life April 19 – May 17, 2010
Mondays, 7 – 9 PM
Rather than always seeking contentment in things, achievements or relationships, with meditation practice we relax with ourselves and appreciate simple human experiences. Difficult emotions and the challenges of life can be met with gentleness, mindfulness and inquisitiveness. Learn More >
Open to Everyone Karma and the 12 Nidanas
April 20 – May 18, 2010
Tuesdays, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Karma—cause-and-effect action—can be broken down into twelve links, or nidanas. In this course we look at how these links work together. Learn More >
Open to Everyone
Midsummer's Day June 19, 2010
Come and celebrate the changing of seasons Shambhala style! This gathering is an opportunity for families and friends to enjoy summer fun and a potluck picnic lunch together. Learn More >
Great for New Meditators! Introductory Program in The Heart of Warriorship Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human June 26-27, 2010 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 >
Advanced Programs
These are events that have pre-requisites.
For Authorized Students Path of Authentic Presence II March 27-28, 2010
Saturday & Sunday 8:30 AM – 6 PM
Includes instruction for Gesar practice, connecting with our basic goodness, wisdom, and compassion and continuously taking it into the world. Learn More >
Continuing Programs
These are programs that are ongoing throughout the year.
Kyudo Archery Sundays, 11:30am to 1:30pm Japanese Zen archery classes meet off site every Sunday, rain or shine. Equipment is provided. Learn More >
Thursday Night Talks Meditation Practice and Instruction: 7:00–7:45pm Tea and refreshments: 7:45 -8:00pm Dharma talk and open discussion: 8:00pm Learn More >
Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, D.C.
3520 Connecticut Ave NW | Washington, DC 20008 | 202.787.1526
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