Shambhala Training
Shambhala Training is a secular meditation program of weekend retreats offering experiential practices, teachings, contemplative arts, and physical disciplines. The emphasis is in developing a meditation practice and bringing meditation into everyday life. There are 5 introductory levels, 1-5, that are taken sequentially. These trainings were developed by the meditation master Chogyam Trungpa.
Level 1 - The Art of Being Human
March 29 -30th, 2025, 8:30am-5pm on Saturday and 8:30am-4pm on Sunday
Through the practice of meditation, we glimpse unconditional goodness as the ground of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuine and compassionate human beings. This Level 1 will be hosted by The Windhorse Community and The Baltimore Shambhala Center, and it will take place at the Church of the Nativity & Holy Comforter at 6112 York Road, Baltimore, MD. 21212
Registration Full
Family Camp @ Karme Choling
July 26 - August 3, 2025
https://www.karmecholing.org/program/family-camp-2025
Family Camp is a week-long program that combines meditation practice, outdoor time, and the warmth of family and community. For parents, the morning is a time for meditation practice, dharma talks and group discussions. There will also be spaces dedicated for practitioners to do their personal practice in a group setting.
For children we offer daily programs:
9:15 am—12:15 pm, grouped by age
Tigers (3-5)
Lions (6-7)
Garudas (8-10)
Dragons (11-12)
Explorers of the Phenomenal World (13-15)
Rites of Earth Warriorship (16+)
Activities are varied and often include meditation, craft projects, time outdoors, stories, songs, hikes in the woods, and group games. Afternoons are dedicated to family time, with both structured and spontaneous activities. There are many mountain lakes nearby to enjoy. Evenings include a relaxed dinner together, laughter and play on the front lawn, and supervised campfires with songs and stories.
Stephen is the teacher in residence this year.