Welcome to Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver

For over 40 years, the Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver has offered Colorado residents the opportunity to work with their minds and hearts through meditation. Our mission is to create an awake and compassionate society through personal and collective transformation, through which we offer public meditation classes, mindfulness training workshops, and a wide range of teachings from the Shambhala Buddhist tradition.

We welcome you to our community, to attend the Open House introduction and the practice of meditation every Sunday at 10am. Come and sit with us.

Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver is a place dedicated to community, learning and spiritual discovery, with roots in Tibetan Buddhism. All are welcome. We are committed to providing a safe place for people of all backgrounds, genders, race, age, and ability; free from harassment, misconduct and discrimination. If you would like, please review our Care and Conduct Policy and let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Phone: 303.369.2807
Email: denver.shambhala.info@gmail.com

 

Recent News

  • Denver Shambhala’s Q&A Regarding Allegations Against Shambhala Leaders

    December 20, 2018 by Joshua Kendall

    Q&A Regarding the allegations against Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche and other leaders in Shambhala. How has the Shambhala Meditation Center of Denver reacted to the allegations of sexual misconduct against Sakyong Mipham?   The news of these allegations is absolutely heart breaking and has rocked our community. Our members and friends are experiencing many feelings and emotions … Continue →

image of flowers Denver community roomShambhala Center Open House every Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Please join us for an introduction to the Shambhala Center of Denver. Come and learn about the variety of programs and opportunities for practice offered here. Open House includes an introductory talk and informal reception with refreshments.  More Information→

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 more about us →

Featured Programs

Full Moon Community Practice: Shambhala Sadhana & Social Meditation

February 16th

Celebrate the Full Moon with virtue and friends! Join us for the Shambhala Sadhana and Social Meditation. Open to All. Continue »

Community Conversation: Processing the Wickwire Holm Investigation Report

February 16th

A time to process feelings and impact of the publication of the Wickwire Holm Investigation Report. Continue »

Milarepa Day 2019

with David Cushman

February 17th

Milarepa Day is our annual tradition to celebrate the enlightenment and extraordinary life example of the Tibetan saint Milarepa. For this extended practice session, we will read the songs of the lineage teachers in The Rain of Wisdom along with mindfulne Continue »

Share the Magic: Staffing as Path

with Jackie Roberts & Nan Clydesdale

February 24th

Training for new, experienced and aspiring coordinators and staff for Shambhala programs at the Denver center. Open to Level III graduates and beyond. Continue »

Begin Here: Meditation for Everyone

March 2nd

This course provides introductory tools and teachings for everyone who is interested in learning how to meditate, regardless of background or belief. With simple instructions and support, meditation practice can become an integral part of our lives, incre Continue »