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Shambhala Meditation Centre

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 6:00 PM
256 W 7th Ave Unit 208
(604) 874-8420
Hours
Monday6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
ThursdayClosed
Friday5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
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Answers about Shambhala Meditation Centre

LAST VERIFIED OCT 6, 2026

I have never meditated. Can I just show up?

[ VERIFIED · OCT 2026 ]

Yes, free meditation instruction is offered on Wednesday evenings at 7pm as part of the Open House. No prior experience is required for any public sitting session.

Is there a cost to attend?

[ VERIFIED · OCT 2026 ]

Public sitting meditation is free. The centre is volunteer-run, and donations are appreciated to keep the doors open for current and future meditators.

What happens at the Wednesday Open House?

[ VERIFIED · OCT 2026 ]

Sitting meditation runs from 7 to 8pm with free first-time instruction for newcomers. It is followed by announcements, a tea break, then a dharma talk and discussion from 8:20 to 9pm.

Can I join online instead of in person?

[ VERIFIED · OCT 2026 ]

Yes, a daily online sitting runs from 5 to 6pm on Zoom, open to anyone. The Wednesday Open House is also offered online as well as in person.

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