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 »
Maitri Five Wisdoms with Acharya Richard John eptember 14-16, 2012 Friday, 7:00pm-9:00pm; Saturday, 8:30am-6:00pm;
Sunday, 8:30am-6:00pm
Maitri, which means "kindness to oneself and others," is a practice of self-acceptance, awareness, and openness to sense perceptions. Learn More »
Harvest of Peace September 22, 2012 Saturday, Starts at 3:00pm
Harvest of Peace, held around the time of the autumn equinox, is an opportunity for local communities to gather, hear teachings by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, and celebrate the riches of our local cultures and heritage. Learn More »
Open to Everyone Meditation in Everyday Life Sept 10 - Oct 8, 2012 Mondays, 7 - 9pm This introductory 5-week course provides instructions and support for mindfulness meditation practice becoming part of one's everday life, revealing our innate stability, strength, and clarity. Learn More »
Great for New Meditators Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human Sept 29-30, 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 »
Advanced Programs
These are events that have pre-requisites.
Wisdom in Everyday Life Tuesdays, September 4 - October 9, 2012
Tuesday evenings 7-9 PM
Meditation sharpens our intelligence and uncovers our wisdom. Students receive practical instructions for transforming confused emotions and situations into effective actions. Learn More »
Emptiness Mondays, September 10 - October 15, 2012
Monday evenings 7-9 PM
This course focuses on shunyata, or emptiness -- that the apparently substantial world that we perceive and think about is, in fact, empty of any solid or objectifiable reality. Learn More »
Rigden
October 12-14, 2012 Friday, 7:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, 8:30am-6:00pm; Sunday, 8:30am-6:00pm
The emphasis in this program is on the experience of unconditional confidence in our own life and how we can engage our world, including the great problems now facing society. 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 »
Children’s Program First Sundays of the month, 10am to 12pm
The Center’s children’s program uses physical exercises, art activities, and meditation to help children relax, develop inner strength and compassion, and realize the basic goodness of all sentient beings. Learn More »
Celebrating Awakening, Creativity and Inspiration
Shambhala Art Salon Third Wednesday of the month, 7-9pm
All are invited - whether or not you regard yourself as an artist. Learn More Here »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, D.C.
3520 Connecticut Ave NW | Washington, DC 20008 | 202.787.1526
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