Spark your heart and mind through the practice of meditation.

Meditation is a personal journey and a path of social transformation. Learn to meditate and naturally grow your confidence, mindful awareness, and compassion.

Shambhala Los Angeles offers a unique approach to meditation using the three yanas of Buddhism and the Shambhala teachings fostering a profound practical practice intended for everyday life.

FEATURED PROGRAMS

What the Buddha Taught

Meditation & Community

Weekly Group Meditation

Join us for In-Person meditation gatherings in Burbank, Santa Monica, & Orange County

Meditation Hours Classes & Programs Affinity Groups

All our weekly group meditation offerings are donation-based.

New to Meditation?

Starting a meditation practice can be challenging.  That’s why Shambhala Los Angeles offers free guided meditation in the beginning of all of public meditation sessions and group gatherings. We also provide online resources for beginners.  Our programs and classes are also a great way to support your practice.  Sign up to our newsletter for the latest updates on upcoming programs.

Community Affinity Groups

Shambhala Los Angeles has several  Community Meditation Groups that meet on a regular basis both in-person and online to support both practice and sense of community.  All are welcome regardless of meditation experience.

Shambhala Los Angeles Community

About Our Community

Shambhala Meditation Center of Los Angeles is a non-profit organization self-organized by its active community and members. Since 1971 SMCLA has offered a rich array of ongoing meditation programs free to the public with no prior meditation experience required to attend. Donors like you make it all possible. Shambhala Los Angeles is a charter affiliate of Shambhala Global Services.  For more information on our community’s relationship with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, click here.

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Upcoming Programs

The Way of Flowers: Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice

with Anjie Cho

October 5th

Learn how to connect with the qi (life force energy) of a flower, and invite it's wisdom into your home and meditation practice. You will receive an instructional demonstration on how to create an ikebana arrangement, interwoven with contemplative dharma Continue »

What the Buddha Taught: The Four Noble Truths

with Joel Wachbrit & Debra Dysart

October 8th—October 29th

Whether you've studied Buddhism extensively or are just beginning your exploration, if you've ever wondered, "What, exactly, is Buddhism all about?" then join us for four Tuesday evenings as we introduce and begin to unpack together the Four Noble Truths; Continue »

Learn to Meditate (In-Person)

October 17th

This introduction to mindfulness meditation is ideal for beginners, as well as anyone looking to refresh their understanding of meditation practice. “What It Is, What It Isn’t, How to Do It and Keep Doing It” Continue »

Before I Die: Finding Joy in End-of-Life Planning

October 19th

Contemplating our own mortality can be uncomfortable but it doesn’t have to be a dreary process. It is possible to find joy in finally writing a will or making our end-of-life wishes known. Continue »

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