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About Shambhala
Shambhala is a vision of an enlightened society that expresses the dignity of human experience and joins spiritual inspiration with practicality. It is also a worldwide network of meditation centers providing instruction, classes, and programs, founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, a master of the Shambhala and Tibetan Buddhist meditation traditions, and directed by the Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche.
There are three Gates to Shambhala, paths by which we can begin to awaken to this world: Buddhist practice, Shambhala Training, and contemplative arts.

The Chicago Shambhala Center is located on the northeast side of Chicago close to Lake Michigan. Street parking is available, as well as limited on-site parking. Public transportation is close by via the Sheridan bus route or the Jarvis el stop. Please check this map for help in finding us.

Throughout the year the center hosts many special events, including seminars by invited teachers, introductory classes in the Buddhist tradition, and a continuing program of Shambhala Training. If you are interested in any of these events please contact us by phone, mail, or e-mail and you will be placed on our mailing list. You can sign up for our quasi-weekly emails here. You can read the latest member's newsletter here.

Please see our events page for more details, additional information, and a more complete list of events.

Shambhala, Shambhala Meditation Center, and Shambhala Center are registered service marks of Shambhala International (Varjadhatu). Shambhala Training is a registered trademark of Shambhala/Nalanda Foundation.