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April 2021 by Rod D.
CLOSED -- I received this, via email, in response to my query below: Is this location closing permanently, as I've seen reported? If so, when and why? Shambhala L. of Shambhala Meditation Center - Los AngelesBusiness Owner Hi, We have closed all our locations in Los Angeles but continue to meet online. All programs and classes are currently held online via zoom. We will be sending updates periodically via email. If you would like to be on our mailing list, please sign up here: la.shambhala.org/sign-up Check our monthly calendar for updated information on online meditation programs and activities: la.shambhala.org/monthly… We hope to open another location in the future! Los Angeles Shambhala I wonder how much the recent and ongoing controversies surrounding Shambhala had an impact on the organization, as well as the obvious pandemic issues.
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December 2019 by Matthew Yohn
Stopped in during the Sunday open meditation. Very calm and friendly environment. New to meditation and was a great place to start!
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December 2018 by Milla Colic
Perfect ambiance for meditation and spiritual awakening for both old and new meditators.
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December 2018 by Angela L. Lloyd, MFA
Join us, you are most welcome.
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December 2018 by Peter Carino
Visited for the first time for the Sunday open sitting meditation. Was a wonderful experience. Very peaceful sit followe ed by an invigorating discussion.
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December 2017 by Bradford Hastreiter
I've been to this particularShambhala 2x, toShambhala centers for over15 years and to Buddhist temples and centers since1992. Theabsolutely ridiculous amount of noise from people moving dishes on and on and all the chat while the sitting meditation is occurring in the room next to it is absurb... NEVER experienced so much lack of understanding or respect. Also lots of door slamming (anyone know how to manually close a door in a quiet manner??). Shambhala needs to do a thorough review... bulls in a China shop are not helpful to their cause
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December 2017 by Jason Elias
Amazing space and great people. Really a wonderful place to explore meditation and connecting with oneself.
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December 2016 by Debra Dysart
A friendly community of people interested in exploring meditation and the positive benefit it can have on your life. Come as you are -- no prior experience necessary -- free meditation instruction is offered on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings, with public dharma gatherings on Thursday evenings.
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December 2016 by Serious Munk
I appreciate the environment, the people, the meditation and the teachings. It's about everything -- life and death and everything -- but it's also so normal and sensible. Makes me feel better about the world.
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December 2016 by Linda Dare
A warm and friendly way to get acquainted with meditation.You can deepen your practice too.
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December 2015 by CJ A
Life changing meditation practice!
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December 2015 by Jennifer Wang
A warm friendly place that is so simply and elegantly conducive to slowing down, relaxing, and getting familiar with ourselves and our minds. I've been going to both the Eagle Rock and Mar Vista centers for a few years now, and it has helped to give me tools that help me improve/enhance/enjoy my everyday life. A great combo of meditation practice, teaching, community and ummm food :)
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December 2015 by George Gomez
From the first time I walked into the Shambhala center of LA in 2006 I felt right at home. The community run center is truly a family. This is obvious to anyone walking in by the countless of free programs available to beginners to meditation and seasoned meditators alike. The paid programs are worth 3X what they ask for, and still their policy is that no one is going to be turned away for lack of funds.
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December 2014 by Jennifer Read
I went to the meditation intro class last night, and it was exactly what I was looking for. The class starts at 7:30, and I arrived at 7:20. I have to say, I was quite nervous because I didn't know what to expect. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the night's host, who was sitting at a table of snacks with six other people. They all welcomed me, and most of them were first time visitors as well.At 7:30 we took our shoes off and went into the meditation room. The night's teacher spoke with use for a bit, lead us in a meditation, and then talked to us afterwards about our experiences. There were around 15 of us, and all there for various reasons. The class lasted until 9:00.If you're curious about meditation, or would just like a refresher, I'd highly recommend it.
