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Shambhala Training: Levels 1

The Art of Being Human

Art Being Human

The Art of Being Human

Discovering Who We Are Through Meditation

When we truly create the time and space to dive fully into meditation practice, we begin to glimpse that goodness – rather than confusion – is the unconditional foundation of our existence. Opening to ourselves with gentleness and appreciation, we begin to see our potential as genuinely kind and compassionate human beings.


An Immersive In-person Training in Meditation

In An Intimate Rural Setting

The Art of Being Human is the first program in the Shambhala Training series. This is a path that invites all seekers to cultivate both inner gentleness and strength. Through a series of contemplative workshops, Shambhala Training reveals simple yet profound techniques of mindfulness-awareness meditation. No matter whether you are new or experienced, or come from other spiritual traditions these meditation techniques have proven universally valuable.

Join us and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Karmê Chöling nestled on 500 acres of tranquil wooded forests and fields. This is an ideal setting for our intimate gathering where we will have shared meditation, insightful discussions, communal meals, and leisurely moments that foster connections of the heart and spirit.


Teachings & Activities

In this program

  • Guided meditation instruction
  • Talks on meditation
  • Group discussion
  • Silent periods
  • Periods of group sitting meditation
  • “Zen-style” walking meditation

No Prerequisites: Everyone is welcome!

Note: A 50% deposit is required to reserve your accommodation.


Arrival & Departure

Friday, please arrive 3:00 - 6:00pm for registration.
Dinner will be served at 6:30pm.
The program will officially begin at 7:30pm.

On Sunday, the program will finish by 12:30pm with lunch afterwards.


Getting Here

Visit our Directions and Transportation page to see different options for traveling to Karmê Chöling including pick-up service from Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction and Burlington to our front door.


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Pricing

Karmê Chöling values its commitment to making programs affordable and available to all who wish to study with us. To support this commitment we provide two program price options.

Generosity Price: $265.00
You're able to help us with this commitment by choosing the "Generosity Price". The money above the basic tuition cost goes into a scholarship fund for those who might not be able to attend a program otherwise.

Tuition: $220.00
This is the price of the program, it does not include housing options or material fees.

Please Note:
Price does not include accommodations, which will be added during the registration process.

Policies

Payment Policies:
Please read the payment policy before proceeding with registration.

Financial Aid:
Karmê Chöling offers full-time student discounts, scholarships and other financial aid.

Program Credit:
If using existing program credit to pay for a program, you must pre-register for this program at least two weeks prior to the program start date by calling the front desk (802-633-2384 x3000). Program credit may not be used to pay for housing or practice materials and may not be used on or after arrival day.

Instructor

Esther Rochon
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Scholarships are available for this program.

Instructor:

Esther Rochon

Date & Time Details:


May 2025
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Location:

On-Land

Program Fee:

Generosity Price - $265

Tuition - $220

Room/Meals Fee:

This will be added in during the registration process.
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Wellness Update:

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Getting to Karmê Chöling:

Directions and transportation

Contact Us:

Karmê Chöling
(802) 633-2384
info@karmecholing.org

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