According to the Shambhala tradition, there is a natural source of radiance and brilliance in the world, which is the innate wakefulness of human beings. This is the basis, in myth and inspiration, of the Kingdom of Shambhala, an enlightened society of fearlessness, dignity and compassion.

Shambhala Buddhism follows a well-defined graduated method of practice and study based on Tibetan Buddhism as taught in the West by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and the Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Emphasis is placed on joining the view and practice of Buddhism with everyday life. A recognition of one's own interest and level of commitment is encouraged.

Shambhala Training begins with a series of workshops (Levels I-V) based on the premise that basic human wisdom exists in everyone without exception. When uncovered and cultivated through meditation practice we are able to live our lives genuinely. Historically, this wisdom has manifested in many cultures and does not belong to any particular culture, religion or tradition.

We offer the opportunity to practice mindfulness-awareness sitting and walking meditation with others in a group setting. Retreats and training in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition are held several times a year.

The Tallahassee Shambhala space is located at 2700 Apalachee Parkway, Suite A, between Blairstone Rd. and Capital Circle.

Directions from Downtown: Head east on Apalachee Pkw., away from the capitol building. About 1 mile past Blairstone Rd. look for the sign for Sonny's BBQ on your right (or Samrat if you are a vegetarian). Get in the left turn lane and turn left onto Cross Creek Circle. Turn left at the sign for PACE. Follow the road around to your left. Just before you get back to the Parkway, you will see a one story office building on your left. Turn left into the drive just before the Parkway. Tallahassee Shambhala is in the office in that building farthest from the Parkway. There is a small sign on the door. (Brinks Secruity is in the same office building.)

Directions from East of Town: Head towards town on Apalachee Pkw. About 1/2 a mile past Capital Circle look for the sigh for King Buffet on your right. Just past King Buffet you will see the side street Cross Creek Circle on your right go past Cross Creek Circle and look for the sign for Tallahassee Shambhala. It has a yellow sun circle on it. (Brinks Secruity is on the same sign.) It is hard to see, so slow down past Cross Creek Circle. Turn into the driveway and then take a quick left into the parking lot for the office building on your left. Tallahassee Shambhala is in the office farthest from the Parkway. There is a small sign on the door.

Schedule The weekly schedule of the group and directions to our center.

Retreats and Programs Information on retreats and programs in Tallahassee.

Guiding Teachers Teachers in the Shambhala tradition and teachers who lead local retreats.

Web Resources Links on Tibetan Buddhism, and to Shambhala centers in other cities as well as links to other local Buddhist groups.

For more information contact us at mcbridemb@hotmail.com