Meditation for a better society
Shambhala Meditation Center Zurich
Welcome!
Shambhala Zürich
Our concern is, to awaken the trust of all people in their own fundamental goodness and that of all other living beings, to create an appreciative one on this basis, open, to realize fearless society.
The doors of Shambhala and our path of spiritual development through meditation are open to all people.
With us you will find a protected place of peace, where you can meet yourself and learn to understand yourself better.
Get to know us at one of the free meditation evenings or at a community event, where we practice together, eat and celebrate.
Basic goodness
An open one, touchable heart, being able to experience every moment freshly and the ability to love and care for others, all people have in common. In this time of great challenges for individuals, society and the planet, the Shambhala teachings can help us, to awaken that fundamental goodness and be present with fearlessness and compassion, to meet these challenges.
FIND A MEDITATION PRACTICE, THAT SPEAKS TO YOU
Explore your path
If we “just meditate” for a while, The desire often arises, to find out more and embark on a path.
In Zurich we offer the following options:
THE BUDDHIST WAY
Shambhala teachers teach the tradition of the three Yanas of Tibetan Buddhism in an accessible and relevant way for our modern Western society.
THE SHAMBHALA path
The Shambhala Training™ makes the basic principles of spiritual development accessible to all people and in our western world & can be integrated into everyday life.
Contemplative art
Other ways, beauty, To bring vibrancy and wisdom into our lives and our surroundings.
Mindfulness Consciousness Meditation Discover
Meditation in Shambhala
Meditation works with the natural state of the human mind – at rest, Openness and alertness. As a regular practice, meditation helps the mind, to relax and find peace. It promotes the development of our inherent qualities of stability, Clarity and mental strength. At Shambhala we practice meditation as a personal path of exploration and as a means, to help ourselves and our world.
What we discover in meditation
presence. Meditation brings us into a deeper connection with ourselves, others and the world around us.
Appreciation. Meditation helps us, To make friends with ourselves – just as we are.
satisfaction. When our mind calms down and opens up in meditation, we find deeper relaxation and serenity.
compassion. Meditation enhances our innate empathy and caring for others.
Spiritual growth. Meditation helps us, to embark on a spiritual journey of self-discovery.
Retreat Center
Dechen Cöling
Dechen Cöling is in the middle of beautiful, rolling green hills and majestic, old trees near Limoges, France. It is the Shambhala community's European retreat center for deep practice and study.
It is a welcoming and hospitable place, where you will find a supportive environment, to learn and practice meditation and mindfulness. The beauty and fertility of the land nourishes the mind and body.
People from different generations meet in Dechen Chöling, countries and cultures. Dechen Chöling offers programs, that of meditation, Qigong and contemplative arts to advanced teachings.
Step out of everyday life and embark on an inner journey in a caring environment!
Meditation for a better society
Stay connected!
Get a newsletter with news once or twice a year and the Shambhala Zurich program preview, as well as direct access to online lectures and practical meetings.
Experience meditation in community
Together we thrive
Shambhala Zurich supported, combines and coordinates opportunities to learn, to grow and connect.
We cannot carry out our activities without your support.
Please explore the options below, to get in touch with us and
to share the power of meditation within and outside of our community.