Getting Started
Meditation is a practice that anyone can do.
It is based on the radical idea that the natural state of the mind is not scattered, nervous, and confused, but rather calm, creative, and clear. Practicing regularly provides a way to settle into this natural state more often. At the Shambhala Meditation Center of Boston, we begin by training in shamatha or mindfulness meditation. This foundational technique allows you to tune into the present moment, at home, at work, or wherever you go in your day to day life.
We welcome anyone new to meditation to check out these ongoing introductory classes & programs.
Each offering is a drop-in practice and a $5-10 suggested donation.
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Learn to Meditate
Every Sunday 12:30-1:30pm
An ideal way to bring the simple yet profound and powerful practice of meditation into your everyday life.
No registration required, $5 suggested donation.
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Weekly Open House: Meditation and Dharma Talk
Wednesdays 7:00-9:00pm
The Open House features meditation practice, a talk by one of our senior teachers, discussion, and a reception.
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Under 30 Meditation Night
Tuesdays 7:00-9:00pm
The Under 30 night is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other young people in the Boston area who are interested in meditation.
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Nyinthün: Sunday Morning Meditation
Sundays 9:00am-Noon
Sitting meditation is interspersed with periods of walking meditation during this morning practice, which begins with opening and closing chants.
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Learn more about Ongoing Offerings and other Introductory Programs where meditation instruction is also included.
“It seems we all agree that training the body through exercise, diet, and relaxation is a good idea, but why don’t we think about training our mind?”
-Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche
