A wonderful version of Shambhala International's 230 centers worldwide. This one has local flavor, great volunteers who lead meditation session several times a week. SMCLA offer classes, support groups, weekend intensives, Shambhala Arts, occasional visiting teachers, parents & children's activities and parties! Altogether, a rich variety of ways to practice and integrate classic shamatha/vipashyana discipline into your life. Trained meditation instructors will offer you guid...

I've only been once but I felt very welcome. Fairly new to meditation, they gave great instructions. It was a long silent meditation of sitting and walking, but you could always step out for a minute, grab some tea, use the restroom, and come back. It was then followed by a reading and discussion if you want to stay for that.

There is no better place to meditate or learn about the dharma in Los Angeles. I've been a member for 25 years and it has changed my life for the better. It is a warm and friendly community of fellow practitioners that believes the world can be a better place and is striving to make it happen.