The Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee provides opportunities to learn how to meditate and live more mindfully. We also offer classes for those who want to deepen their practice and study on the Shambhala Buddhist path. We are here as a gathering place to inspire and awaken compassionate society through personal and collective transformation.
The Milwaukee Shambhala Center opposes all forms of discrimination, injustice and oppression. We stand in solidarity with non-violent efforts to achieve racial, social and economic justice and with all those suffering and their desire for equality. We hold true to our core value that humanity is basically good and worthy of dignity.
Join the international sangha online everyday at 10am CST for compassion practices specifically for the Ukraine sangha, and also for suffering in world everywhere. Compassion for Ukraine – Daily Tonglen Gathering – Shambhala Online
Featured Regional Program
The Hidden Treasure Teachings of Shambhala on Bringing Gentleness, Magic & Bravery to Your Life
with Alan Anderson
May 11th
What is Shambhala? Is it Buddhism or not? Is it new? Is it old? Join us online (or in person at Shambhala Chicago) for this one-day exploration with Milwaukee’s Alan Anderson.
Featured Programs
Already Awake: Seeing Our Buddha Nature | Hybrid (in person and online)
with John Rockwell
May 18th—May 19th
In this weekend retreat, we will explore the Buddha’s teachings on buddha nature and the fundamental truth that we are “already awake.” Continue »
Ongoing Offerings
Regional Programs
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
LGBTQIA2S+ Meditation Group
October 18th—June 19th
LGBTQIA2S+ Meditation Group at the Shambhala Center of Minneapolis Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Journey Without Goal via Zoom
March 31st—May 12th
This seven session course, led by experienced dharma teachers, features teaching videos of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche from Naropa University in the summer of 1974. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Way of Shambhala: Contentment in Everyday Life
with Patrick Dallas & Susan Engel
April 23rd—May 21st
This five-week evening course looks at how contentment is often hard to find. Much of the time we search for contentment in things, achievements or relationships. With meditation practice, we relax with ourselves and appreciate simple human experiences. Continue »
Shambhala Center of Madison
Sadhana of Mahamudra - Online Only - Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 PM
with Lora Wiggins
April 24th—June 21st
Next practice session is Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 PM online only via zoom Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Education for Meditation Instructors Part 2
May 4th
Weekend 2 of a 3 weekend series is open to both current Meditation Instructors, and those exploring this path. It's a time to refresh past training, or learn what is involved in becoming an MI. Participate online, or join our local group at the center. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Sowing Seeds of Peace: The Transformation of Anger - A Day Long Program
with Judith Simmer-Brown
May 5th
We are excited to host visiting senior teacher Judith Simmer-Brown for a one day program at the Shambhala Center on Sunday, May 5. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
The Hidden Treasure Teachings of Shambhala: On Bringing Gentleness, Magic and Bravery to Your Life
with Alan Anderson
May 11th
What is Shambhala? Is it Buddhism or not? Is it new? Is it old? The Shambhala teachings are some of the world’s highest spiritual teachings disguised in common, everyday language that says there is no difference between the spiritual path and how I live. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of The Warrior
with Barbara Wolkowitz
May 18th—May 19th
This is the 2nd course in the Shambhala Training series. Having experienced a taste of basic goodness, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habits to mask our fear.
Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Milwaukee
Already Awake: Seeing Our Buddha Nature | Hybrid (in person and online)
with John Rockwell
May 18th—May 19th
In this weekend retreat, we will explore the Buddha’s teachings on buddha nature and the fundamental truth that we are “already awake.” Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Introduction to Meditation
with Craig Adams
June 1st
An half day introductory course in meditation, open to all. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
June Nyinthun - A Day of Practice and Community
June 2nd
A day long retreat, open to everyone. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Shambhala Training Level V - Open Sky
June 8th—June 9th
Communicating with the world gently and fearlessly, our awareness is sharpened and we find the open clear sky of mind—a delightful source of wisdom and uplifted energy. We learn to trust our nature enough to let go into the present moment. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Midsummer's Day - A Community Celebration of the Summer Solstice
June 22nd
Midsummer's Day is a community celebration of the summer solstice. Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
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 »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Weekthun: A Multi-Day Practice Intensive at the Shambhala Center
with Patrick Dallas
August 9th
Only when you can be extremely soft and pliable can you be extremely hard and strong. (Zen proverb) Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
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). Continue »
Shambhala Chicago
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program ONLINE
with Ann Shillinglaw
August 21st—October 6th
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 Chicago
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 »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
September Nyinthun - A Day of Practice and Community
September 8th
A day long retreat, open to everyone. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Harvest of Peace - A Community Celebration of the Fall Equinox
September 22nd
Harvest of Peace - A Community Celebration of the Fall Equinox Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Qigong 3 - The Gourd and Cauldron: Chinese Medicine and Qigong
with David Stone
October 5th—October 6th
For those who have completed Qigong 1 and 2. Continue »
Shambhala Meditation Center of Minneapolis
Fall Community Weekend with Janet Solyntjes
with Janet Solyntjes
October 19th—October 20th
Janet Solyntjes returns for our annual fall community weekend. Continue »
