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Programs and classes in meditation, Buddhist teachings, and other contemplative disciplines are offered as well as individual meditation instruction.The Shambhala Buddhist path, unique in the world of Western Buddhism, combines the teachings of the Kagyu and Nyingma traditions of Tibetan Buddhism with the Shambhala principles of living an uplifted life, fully engaged with the world.
We invite you to explore our diverse programs designed to help Chicagoans of all traditions discover their inherent sanity, gentleness, and humor.
In Person Tuesday Evening Meditation in West Loop
with Stephen Burns & Barbara Wolkowitz & Peter McLaughlin & Ted Ballou
May 7th—July 16th
Join us for meditation in person at the Chicago Shambhala Center. Newcomers welcome and instruction given. Continue »
Aging as Spiritual Path: Online Book Club
with Alice Dan
May 9th—August 8th
"Old age is not for sissies!" But where do we get to share our experiences and find support to face our aging? Meditation offers a path to a healthy approach. Join our discussions on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra ONLINE
with Alice Dan
May 23rd—September 17th
All are welcome to this full moon Vajrayana practice. Please join us! Continue »
In-person Tuesday Lunchtime Meditation
June 4th—August 6th
Join us on your lunch break in the West Loop to meditate on Tuesdays Continue »
Tuesday Evening Meditation ONLINE
with Barbara Wolkowitz & Ann Shillinglaw
June 4th—August 6th
Looking for a virtual meditation group where you can drop in when you like or attend regularly and get to know other meditators? Instruction in meditation and mindfulness skills. Continue »
Sunday Morning Meditation and Discussion In Person
June 9th—August 4th
We welcome all to join us for Sunday meditation practice and dharma discussion! Come when you can, stay for the whole morning, or leave when you need to. Doors open at 9:30 am. Continue »
Sunday Morning Meditation and Discussion ONLINE
with Alice Dan
June 9th—August 4th
Weekly group meditation (sitting and walking) with guided instruction; Dharma reading and discussion. Continue »
Heart of Recovery®
June 9th—August 4th
The Heart of Recovery® is a group meeting at the Shambhala Center focused on sharing support while bringing together contemplative practice and a commitment to sobriety. Continue »
Queer Dharma
June 9th—August 4th
Queer Dharma is a weekly meditation group where LGBTQIA+ people can form a non-judgmental community while deepening our meditation practices based on openness, curiosity, and gentleness. Continue »
Midsummer's Day Celebration
June 15th
Celebrate the start of summer with Shambhala Chicago! Continue »
with David Stone
June 22nd—June 23rd
When body is relaxed and peaceful, energy will flow. When mind is still, it will embrace qi and strengthen the body. In the Chinese arts of health and longevity, qigong simultaneously cultivates a peaceful body and a peaceful mind. Continue »
CONFIDENCE: Holding Your Seat Through Life’s Eight Worldly Winds (Hybrid)
with Ethan Nichtern
June 27th
At this inspiring event based on his new book, author Ethan Nichtern will use the Buddhist concept of the Eight Worldly Winds to share how to find the confidence to navigate life’s challenges within our culture of polarization and constant change. Continue »
Collective Liberation Online Discussion Group
July 6th—September 7th
It's time for a genuine quest for Collective Liberation. This is not a class but a participatory exploration of our own identities and how we veer away from what really is - our own and others' Basic Goodness. Continue »
Community Night - The Dharma of The Princess Bride
July 12th
Join us for Community Night on July 12th, 2024. Experience the Dharma of The Princess Bride, with a Potluck Dinner at 6 pm, and watch the iconic movie in the Main Hall at 7 pm. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level III: Warrior in the World
with Alice Dan
August 10th—August 11th
As meditation practice expands and we develop trust in basic goodness, we begin to discover confidence and personal energy to go forwards on the journey. Continue »
Intro to Mindfulness and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) ONLINE
with Ann Shillinglaw
August 18th
Please join us for this free info session, Introduction to Mindfulness and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Highly recommended if you want to enroll in the 8 week MBSR course. Continue »
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program ONLINE
with Ann Shillinglaw
August 21st—October 9th
The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program is an 8-week course designed to help participants improve the quality of their lives as they work with various types of stress. Continue »
Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human
with Barbara Wolkowitz
August 24th—August 25th
This program captures the heart of Shambhala—the view that human beings are fundamentally good and awake and that this capacity can be cultivated and strengthened through meditation, reflection and personal conduct. Continue »
