New to Meditation?

Meditation can seem daunting or difficult, if you’ve never tried before. However, with the right instruction and a supportive community, it can be easy to begin a practice that fits your lifestyle. Learn about the benefits of meditation and more here.

Core Curriculum

The Way of Shambhala is an extensive path of training in authentic meditation practices and wisdom teachings. Our Classical Buddhist Studies supports study and practice of the three-yana path of Kagyu and Nyingma Tibetan Buddhism.  Contemplative Arts comprise a number of secular disciplines and activities, including flower arranging and photography.

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Ongoing Events 

All are welcome and these events are free (but donations are very much appreciated!)  Groups meet on-site at the Austin Center unless online meetings are specified.  Please click the calendar link below to find location or zoom information for specific dates:

On-Site at the Austin Shambhala Center:

Online via Zoom:

Where to Start | Monthly Calendar

Contact Center Office Manager Christine Wetzl 512-736-5671

 

Featured Programs

Start Where You Are

with Lauren Newton & Diane Irwin

April 20th

Connect to other meditators in a warm, inclusive environment and learn more about the Austin Shambhala Meditation Center, and what we offer around the year. Continue »

Introductory Talk - Kyudo: The Way of the Bow

with Toby Bernal

April 26th

Kyudo is the ancient discipline of Zen archery. All are welcome to this public talk, introductory demonstration and optional kickstart to the full Kyudo weekend program Continue »

Weekend Workshop - Kyudo: The Way of the Bow

with Toby Bernal

April 27th—April 28th

Kyudo is the ancient discipline of Zen archery with the target serving only as a mirror of one's mind. Participants will explore the links between meditation and Kyudo, and will learn enough to be able to begin a practice. Continue »

Contentment in Everyday Life (Weekend Version)

with Linda Mockeridge

May 4th—May 5th

An exploration of genuine contentment, the foundational views of the Buddhist Hinayana teachings, and meditation in action for daily life. Continue »

Uncovering Self-Existing Confidence

with Moh Hardin

June 2nd

In this online and onsite program we will explore the vital role of unconditional confidence on the Buddhist path. Continue »