Welcome
Spark your heart and mind through the practice of meditation.
Shambhala Vision is rooted in the principle that every human being has a fundamental nature of basic goodness. This nature can be developed in daily life so that it radiates out to family, friends, community and society. Located in the vibrant Cleveland Park neighborhood, the Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington DC is part of a global community of meditation centers which aspire to awaken kindness, goodness and wisdom within society, through a variety of classes, retreats, community events, and free of charge public meditation sessions.
The Art of Being Human
This weekend retreat will introduce and deepen instruction on basic mindfulness meditation practice, and help new and experienced meditators alike incorporate practice into their daily lives. Learn More →
Meditation in Everyday Life
Join us for this introductory course that combines technique and teaching in a supportive, communal setting to provide you with everything you need to build a healthy, strong meditation practice. Learn More →
Featured Programs and Events
Weekly Dharma Talk & Discussion
with Tamara Bouret
August 24th
Weekly Dharma Talk & Discussion
August 31st
Shambhala Sun Day
September 3rd
Full Moon Shambhala Sadhana Gathering
September 5th
Featured News and Local Blog
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Shambhalians Manifest at the Peoples Climate March
May 17, 2017by Mark Rasmuson and Gabe Dayley “A sacred activist is someone who knows that the world’s profound crisis is challenging everyone to act from our deepest compassion and wisdom, and who is committed to ‘being’, in the face of growing chaos, suffering, and violence. In Shambhala terminology we call this the way of warriorship.” – … Continue
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